Transfer Essays That Worked
The essays are a place to show us who you are and who you’ll be in our community.
As a transfer applicant, your essay is a chance to tell the admissions committee more about your background or goals and how you would pursue them at Hopkins. Below you’ll find selected examples of transfer applicant essays that “worked,” as nominated by our admissions committee.
These selections represent just a few essays we found impressive and helpful during the past admissions cycle. We hope these examples inspire you as you prepare to compose your own essay. The most important thing to remember is to be original as you share your own story, thoughts, and ideas with us.
Read essays that worked from first-year applicants.
Essays That Worked
Bedtime Stories
Summer Mai Li connects the personal stories of her loved ones to global civil and human rights issues that she intends to study during her time at Hopkins.
Read Summer Mai Li’s Essay
Becoming a Better Mathematician
Jorge’s essay provides the admissions committee with a detailed narrative about his lifelong interest in mathematics: how he discovered it, cultivated it, and pursued it to the highest level available.
Read Jorge’s Essay
Pursuing My Passion in Research
Through her transfer essay, Klaire showcases her deep interest in advancing scientific research through her experiences at her community college and her future at Hopkins.
Read Klaire’s Essay
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