High School Admissions Essay

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I have always been fascinated by the ocean and the incredible creatures that call it home. Now that I am approaching high school, I know that I want to pursue a career in marine biology. At the same time, computer science is a big passion of mine. For me personally, it would be a great joy to be able to marry these two fields and use my computer science skills in the field of marine biology.

In order to achieve this goal, I have been taking rigorous science classes and participating in extracurricular activities like swim club and robotics. Eventually I want to go to a college that has a strong marine biology program. After graduation, I hope to attend graduate school and ultimately get a job working as a marine biologist. Every day, I am one step closer to achieving my dream of working in the STEM field and making a difference in the world.

Swimming is a big part of my life, and it is a sport...

For me, swimming in a club has helped me to improve organization and time management skills. In addition, it has been a great opportunity for me to promote physical fitness while at the same time creating an opportunity to socialize with other club members. Swimming has also helped me to improve my mental wellbeing by giving me a great way...…shown that students who are engaged in STEM activities are more likely to develop these important abilities (Freeman). As our world becomes increasingly reliant on technology, it is clear that STEM education is essential for preparing students for the challenges of the 21st century.

STEM is an area that also supports my love for computer science and my desire to become a marine biologist. I have long been passionate about computer technology ever since I first learned to work a keyboard and an interface. I have also long had a love for the sea and the life in it. I am really hoping my high school career will be a spring board for me to catapult into my adult life with…