Essays / *My dad's influence on me in sports and technology*--Common App [5]

To my understanding, writing about role models is a pretty common essay. But that does not mean it can't be an interesting topic. If you think that your father being a role model to you is the most influential thing in your life, who's to say that it's not true?

Also, most of these role model essays have the same problem: they focus on the role model, not on themselves. The main focus of the essay should not be the things or characters your father has, but on the influence he had on you, your interests and/or personality. Always remember, you are trying to get yourself in college, not your father.

I hope my remarks can help you.