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Admissions Essay: My Journey To The US

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Medical school is an investment of time and energy, which requires numerous personal sacrifices and endurances in order to gain a return. Commitment is nothing I am a stranger to. Raised in a family that emphasized the importance of attaining a quality education and striving to be a better person, I have learned to challenge myself, balance my time, and make sacrifices. My parents did not attain professional degrees, yet they immigrated to the US with the commitment of gaining a better life and raising capable children. Witnessing their commitment, has inspired me to be dedicated and has taught me to never give up.

My parents worked multiple jobs and saved every penny possible early in my childhood. The most vivid memories of my childhood …show more content…

I completed valuable internships, heart-warming volunteering experiences, leadership experiences, mentoring, and innovative biomedical research. In all of these, I have always pushed myself to do my best work. I am a person who always needs something to do, and I look to my interests to find those opportunities.

Many times, my interests have put me in situations in which I sometimes feel that I may have bitten off more than I can chew. This has been the case many times, but I have learned to quickly find a balance. No matter how much I have on my plate, I have learned to stay focused and continue to remain a step ahead with effective planning, organization, and multitasking.

Though, there have been many times when I have had to make personal sacrifices. The most challenging sacrifice is family. Due to my college and extracurricular work-load, there have been many days when I have not been able to simply sit down and have a conversation with my parents. Yet, I am fortunate that my parents understand and support my commitment to education. The same applies to my social life. There have been many times when I have chosen to put aside friends for education. I am able to make these sacrifices because I know that my investment in the time and effort will contribute in making me a more capable

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