Students stand on wall beside Oak Drive welcoming members of the Class of 2021 to campus
Last year, approximately 8,500 high schoolers wrote to 51·çÁ÷ trying to encapsulate what makes them a good fit for the university. They revealed ethical dilemmas they’ve wrestled with, intimate family stories, and momentous successes — as well as failures. This sampling of essays from a few of those hopefuls — who are now some of our newest students — reveals the character of the Class of 2021 and reflects the spirit of 51·çÁ÷.