The Short Answer Questions for first-year applicants applying forFall 2024 entry are below.
In the Short Answers section ofthe first-year application, we ask you torespond to the following threeprompts:
- Why are you applying to Occidental? Why do you think Occidental is the right place for you to pursue your interests? (150 - 200 words)
- Please answer one of the following questions — your choice(200 - 300 words):
- ’s central mission emphasizes the value of community amidst diversity. What do you value in a community and how do you see your perspectives and life experiences enhancing it?
- Briefly describe a current event or social movement that is affecting a place that is important to you. Describe its significance to you and the future implications for that community. How do you anticipate an «Ӱҵ education helping you better understand and respond to that event/movement?
- Research is an integral part of an «Ӱҵ education. Completing a senior comprehensive is a requirement of every «Ӱҵ student and there are a myriad ofopportunities for research throughout your four years. Imagine you were just awarded one of our research grants for a project of your choice. What are you researching and why?
- What is the first song you would play for your «Ӱҵ roommateon move-in day? (20 words)
Attention transfer students: please visit your required short answer questions in the Transfer Student Application Requirements section.