The self-statement should address the following two prompts in short-essay form. The prompts are designed to assess whether an applicant is likely to succeed in a program that stresses self-designed learning and interdisciplinarity.
Applicants should upload their responses as a single document during the application process.
Prompt 1:
Demonstrate your readiness for a self-designed and self-directed course of study within New College by responding to one (1) of the following prompts in a well-written, concise essay of 400-600 words.
- Tell us about a time when you advocated for yourself and how this experience prepares you for a self-directed plan of study.
- Tell us about a circumstance when you exhibited resilience and how this experience helps prepare you to address potential setbacks in your academic career.
- Tell us about a time when you were able to adapt successfully to a fluid situation and how this experience helps prepare you for the ambiguity of an interdisciplinary, individualized course of study.
Prompt 2:
Describe your proposed plan of study. New College requires students to create their own course of study with the guidance of a New College faculty advisor. How might you combine various subject areas or fields to create your individualized plan of study. When possible, mention specific departments, courses, and/or ideas for independent study.
Students who wish to submit multimedia materials should wait until they have contact from a New College faculty member.