We take every aspect of your personal profile into consideration when calculating your admissions chances.
This section can be used for various purposes, and gives you an optional opportunity for discussing any of the following.
•Your academic record might have included periods of low performance such as grades of D or F, inconsistent or downward trends in grades, deficiencies in particular subject areas, or discrepancies between your test scores and GPA. This might be because of special personal circumstances such as death or illness of a parent, caring for a family member, homelessness, frequent moves, or due to learning disabilities/differences or study habits. If relevant, be sure to let us know what actions you have taken in order to be successful, and what you have learned from the experience.
•You want to help us better understand how your involvement in activities was limited by work or family obligations, or by the unique setting of your school or community
•You need to share any other information with us about yourself that is not provided elsewhere, or UO admissions staff told you to provide certain information in this space
(When responding, keep in mind that University of Oregon employees are required by law to report reasonable suspicion of child abuse to law enforcement or the Oregon Department of Human Services per ORS 419B.005. Other knowledge of illegal activity may also be reported by UO, pursuant to other reporting requirements.)
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Submit or review an essayEssay Instructions:
Curiosity and breadth of interests are defining characteristics of Clark Honors College students. We value originality and want to learn more about your unique journey and the nature and breadth of your intellectual curiosity.
Note: applicants are required to submit the UO‘s application essay and the CHC application essay. The UO’s essay cannot be used to fulfill the Clark Honors College admission essay requirement.
Essay Prompt:
Please tell us about a specific enthusiasm that showcases your curiosity and intellectual engagement with the world. Your chosen enthusiasm or passion can be from any domain—academic, artistic, scientific, cultural, or any other area that has captivated your interest. Be thoughtful and provide concrete examples to support your response.
Please limit your response to a maximum of 500 words.
Read our essay guide to get started. Submit your essay for free peer review to refine and perfect it.