Good examples of UC application essays?

Hi there! I'm a high school junior and I'm beginning to work on my UC application essays. Does anyone know where I can find good examples of essays that were successful in the past? It would really help me get a feel for what's expected. Thanks in advance!

Hi! I understand that seeing some successful examples can help you get a sense of what works in UC application essays. There are a few places where you can find these examples:

1. CollegeVine's Essay Guides: CollegeVine has essay guides for University of California schools where they provide prompts and advice on approaching the essays, along with some examples as well! You can find them on the CollegeVine website under "Essay Guides."

2. Online forums and blogs: There are various online forums and blogs where students share their own essays or parts of their essays that were successful for UC applications. Just make sure to take those with a grain of salt and ensure they reflect your own voice and style when writing your essays.

3. Books: There are several books available with compilations of successful college essays. One example is "50 Successful University of California Application Essays," which is available on Amazon or at your local bookstore or library.

4. Friends and family members: If you know anyone who has successfully applied to UC schools, you can ask them to share their essays with you. Be respectful of their privacy and ensure you have their consent before sharing or discussing the essays with anyone else.

Keep in mind that these examples should mainly serve as inspiration and a general idea of what the UCs might be looking for. The most important thing is to inject your own personality, experiences, and unique perspective into your essays, as this will help you stand out from other applicants.

Good luck with your essay writing, and I hope you find the examples helpful!