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本节最大的篇幅用来向读者提供可供借鉴的写作模板。借鉴的是语言，而不是内容。内容包括思想情感、经历、观点、展望等等，都是非常个性化的，必须要有独创。这个要求或忠告绝不仅仅基于简单的诚实原则，而是基于大量因为抄袭而失败的惨痛教训。
我已经花了不少篇幅来强调个性化对成功申请的重要性。以下我选择了大量在语言上较为地道的素材供读者借鉴和参考。
A P.R. Officer at HP China, and a summa cum laude graduate of Political Science from the best university in China, I now wish to enter the graduate program in Communications at your University. Armed with nearly five years' professional experience in the communications field with a couple of the world's leading high-tech companies, I am confident that I have all the necessary ingredients to succeed as a graduate student in your competitive and challenging program.
My special area of interest is organizational communication, and I wish to focus on this during my graduate studies at your institution. My main motivation in doing that is to acquire the kind of education that will enable me to contribute to the development of communications studies in my native land. In China, communications is currently an inadequately developed academic field. Only very recently have the academic authorities recognized the importance of the subject and set up communications programs in a very limited number of universities. These are fledgling institutions at the moment, but they are expanding and will present real opportunities to someone returning to China armed with a first-rate US graduate education. On returning to China, I wish to pursue an academic career with a leading role in one of the new communications programs.
Many subjects seem intriguing to me, such as math, astronomy, and aesthetics. However, communication is special. I would say it is an unassuming kind of science. It is easy to approach. It concerns people. It understands human nature. It cares for daily life. It gives advice. It brings surprises when truth contrasts conjecture. All the above were the reasons that ignited my desire for communication. Moreover, I found that at the root of advertising, my major, lies in communication. Many problems I encountered in advertising could be clarified with the theory of communication.
While still studying at high school, one of my classmates was taken seriously ill, and due to the impoverished state of his family, he was unable to afford the necessary medication. As a student representative, I felt it was my responsibility to help. With this in mind, I organized fund-raising activities in the school and wrote articles to local newspapers calling for financial aid. The level of donations received surpassed my imagination. The generosity of people around allowed him to receive the urgently needed healthcare, and the support letters that poured in raised his spirit. It was at this moment that I realized the positive impact the media can exert and that it was this field that must become my career.
It is my ambition to eventually take up a leading position in the media industry in China. In order to achieve this, I need to master the theory behind mass communication. This is what has led me to apply to the Mass Communication Program of your university.
My first exposure to Sociology was through interactions with an American visiting professor whom I accompanied on behalf of my high school on his tour in China. He introduced me to several towering figures in history: Adam Smith, Max Weber and August Conte. A book he left me as a gift, Pioneers in Social Science, further brought me into a fascinating world in which I experienced a kind of intellectual awakening that largely shaped my pursuit today. So enchanted, in my imagination I began to converse with these intellectual giants, as if they were living and within reach. As my enthusiasm was triggered, I was determined to delve deeper into this subject and eventually stand at par with the great thinkers I admired.
The Doctorate in Economics is the culmination of my educational career and the doorway to a professional career as a professor of economics and consultant to government and business alike. As an undergraduate, I excelled in economics and finance and discovered a wealth of untapped knowledge. In graduate school I continued pursuing the study of economics and finance with equal academic excellence. I feel it is imperative to continue my studies at the doctorate level if I am to reach my career objectives of being a university professor and assisting in the development of China's economy and financial sector.
In my home city of Chongqing in southwest China, my college entrance exam results put me in the top 1% of those who took the tests in that area, thus setting me on the road for substantial academic attainment at university. The past four years have brought me both accolades and tremendous opportunities to prove my stamina and intellectual capabilities as an undergraduate majoring in Finance and Banking. I am aware, however, that opportunities also bring responsibilities. Economic development of China's western regions is the next crucial stage in my country's modernization, and I want to play a part in it.
As a graduate student in Economics, I subscribe to the view that our world in this new millennium needs economists far more than politicians. This may seem tongue-in-cheek, but seriously, economists do tend to focus on the fundamental questions that concern our society, and seek new perspectives in analyzing and resolving the issues that plague our modern economies.
Developmental economics, especially those theories and models derived from Western markets, is a burgeoning field in China. However, the menu of problems requires much more critical analysis because the markets here are only partly formed. The government in China plays a large part in the markets, especially in my field of development and finance. The presence of the government moreover skews the results of many of our surveys. This has led to much waste and inefficiency. I feel that it is my duty as a top economist to iron out the problems that plague our burgeoning economy and to resolve the issue of rural versus urban finance. These are the main motivating factors that push me to seek higher education in the US.
It would be true to say that the day I became interested in economics was a turning point in my life. I will always be grateful for the book given to me while at high school by a friend, called Economics in Life. I was gripped by the question posed in the first chapter, "Why are second hand goods relatively cheaper in the USA than in China?” From my own experiences of buying simple things like a bicycle I knew that this statement rang true. The chapter went on to explain how limited resources in China lead to a higher marginal utility than those same goods in the USA. Marginal Utility was the first economic term I learned, and I suppose it was especially important concept because it brought home the fact that lofty economic theories have a concrete effect on the day-to-day lives of everyone, be their country rich or poor. It is the marriage of theory and practice that has been a guiding force in my study of economics over the years.
I have made many decisions in my life, but the most important ones have dealt with economics. For me, choosing economics early on was the best decision that I have made, because I did so with foresight. I selected economics as an undergraduate because it would give me a good life in the future. I chose economics as a graduate because it was the one discipline that I knew I would love. And right now, I am again opting for economics because I now know that it is my calling in life, not simply because of interest, but because of responsibility.
I have set sight to an intellectual challenge: to prepare myself for a teaching position in economics. As a student, it never occurred to me that I was ever going to the podium to teach. The idea germinated and became a burning desire a few years after I had left the academic environment. During this time I had the opportunity to observe, witness and learn how sound economics could drastically improve the quality of life and the competitiveness of a nation, and how poor economics gave rise to low morale, waste, inefficiency, depression and desperation.
As our market explodes with possibilities, foreign firms struggle to find qualified local employees and China's universities fail to produce enough graduates to fill the labor market. This phenomenon means that good economists are valued in today's China. My own tutor, an accomplished Chinese economist, was picked to serve as the assistant mayor of one of China's most successful international port cities. That was when I truly realized the need that China has for talented economists.
One day two decades ago, a small girl sat on the floor next to stacks of books, surrounded by her friends, spreadsheet in hand. After careful calculations, I had devised a plan to rent my comic books. Most of my friends did not understand why I charged for lending my books and felt I was being unfair. But I had a different view. As a book lover, I spent most of my allowance on books. I was willing to lend them to my friends so that they could also enjoy the stories. However, my friends often forgot to return my books and many stopped buying their own books because I always had the ones that they wanted. Thus, renting seemed like an alternative method to recover some of my losses. With the coins I saved from renting my books, I bought new books. Soon my room became a small library for all of the neighborhood children. From this positive experience, I developed my interest in economics and finance.
My talent for quantitative analysis has helped to shape my career choice in business, and early business experiences have taught me the value of education, perseverance, and hard work. Continued study in the Accounting program at your university will give me the advanced training I need to accomplish my goal of becoming a global businessman. Now my next step should be to pursue a Ph.D. in economics at your university. Doing so will expose me to a breadth of knowledge and quality of faculty practically unknown here in China.
As a social science which is neither fashionable nor profitable, Cultural Anthropology is still weak in both theoretical frameworks and practical research methodologies. There are not so many students and scholars in this area, and even fewer can claim genuine expertise. In fact, most people tend to ignore cultural anthropology, thinking that it does not have the utility of computer science or the sophistication of philosophy. It is a state of affairs to lament about, and I consider it my mission to change it. I would like to help this discipline to exert its deserved function.
During one field trip I was able to witness and learn the workings of an experienced team of journalists. Through this valuable experience I discovered what it was to be a journalist—to provide an objective view of events around us so that it may interest and educate people on those events. I found this an incredibly fascinating occupation. Furthermore, by covering stories from a wide variety of situations, from the poorest and most desolate rural communities to the largest and most modern metropolises, I was able to broaden my intellectual horizons. This one experience changed my perception on life and my surroundings and from that moment I knew that this was the profession that I would like to make my career.
Born in a province that borders on Russia, I grew up making frequent contacts with Russian travelers and businessmen alike. This is a fairly unusual experience for Chinese people; it had the advantage of providing me with an early understanding that a big world with many new ideas exists beyond China's borders. I think that it was this experience with foreign people that gave rise to my first thoughts about working in International Relations.
Former US Secretary of State Henry Kissinger epitomizes the consummate diplomat. I deeply respect him for his profound insight into foreign policy issues as well as for the dignified and skilful manner in which he handles the most delicate political situations. Like Mr. Kissinger, I aspire to become my country's leading diplomat, strengthening its role in the international political arena. Even though this may sound like a pipe dream, I am undaunted. I believe that every seemingly impossible feat can be achieved, if every effort that can be made is made.
September 11 has forever changed Americans; it has forever changed peace-loving peoples of all nations and colors. For those who aspire a career in international affairs, September 11 produces more than shock, indignation and condemnation. It presents a unique opportunity and a challenge, to reflect, to examine, to interpret, to understand and to act.
International relations in China are an increasingly important field of study, given my country's myriad political relationships with other nations. However, many political science researchers have limited knowledge of international political systems. They also lack the proper research methodology needed to analyze political relations between and among countries. Hence, there is an urgent need for promising young undergraduates like myself to enroll in an academically sound political science graduate program such as is offered by your university. Before there can be any fruitful dialogue between and among nations, there first must be knowledge and understanding of the different political systems.
My primary interest lies in the dynamics of the post war period. What roles can diplomacy play in the conflicts among nations? How can this religiously-charged world become more receptive of secular activities such as global trade, academic and people-to-people exchanges and collaborative efforts in science and technology? How can an individual culture or a nation learn to be more aware of its own excesses and extremities even as it strives to preserve its uniqueness? And, more importantly, what can researchers in international affairs and international policy makers do to illuminate and educate the general populace?
P.R. professionals are needed urgently in China, and they must work together to expand the emerging P.R. industry. During this crucial time the most important thing is education. Educating P.R. professionals will give them the foundation they need to help develop the international competitiveness of China's economy. The only way to educate is to draw on the experience and examples of other countries' markets, and to then work to raise China's P.R. industry to international standards.
Through study and research, I have discovered that for the latest several decades, western study of Chinese Classical Literature has given birth to a multitude of literary theories and formed a new frame of reference, while the current domestic studies and research in this area are still confined to their own conventional traditions. I would rather prefer an opportunity of doing a Ph.D. program in western studies of Chinese Literature and research methodology, and pursue a scientific vision to survey our own literary study and research systems.
Since childhood, the process through which I learned to speak Chinese, my mother tongue, had been forgotten completely. Later in life, I learned to speak English and French through the painstaking process of memorizing vocabularies and grammatical rules. Most adults consider learning to speak a second language a difficult task, while a normal child seems to learn to speak his/her mother tongue naturally and effortlessly. How does one explain this? Can we simply assume that a second language is difficult to learn for what it is, a "second" language—an additional challenge to our limited learning capabilities? Or, perhaps the success of language learning is determined by the age or the method. This is the question that fascinates me and drives me forward in the field of linguistics.
Born in China in the 1960's, I witnessed massive reforms, both economic and social. While the era saw opening up of economic policy, it also saw the shackles removed from people's choice of clothing. In a country full of gray suits, people began to put color into their lives and experiment with different styles and cuts of clothing. This upheaval not only opened my eyes to the beauty of clothing, but also brought home the fact that people's choice and their clothing are inseparable. Clothes not only express personalities, but also reflect the life and times. I want to become a designer who captures the essence of people's life, and the culture they live in, while adding a dash of my own color.
I am closely connected with the fashion industry, having both studied and worked in the field. As well as my academic background, my professional experience has provided me with a real picture of Chinese people's life situation and psychology and differences compared to Western countries.
The world is on the verge of a learning revolution, the likes of which have not been seen since Gutenberg's invention to promote literacy. It might seem to be a bit exaggerated, but the revolutionary breakthroughs in information technology in my country are changing the way people learn. As an educational researcher as well as a software engineer, I have pioneered several multimedia products, introducing interactive, experiential learning to primary and secondary school students. My career experience has deepened my conviction of using IT to enhance learning, and hence I have decided to pursue advanced studies in Instructional Technology.
I believe that training in your university will provide me with a good start in developing the teaching skills necessary to fulfill my goal of making a real contribution to the development of education in my native land. Broad exposure to a multitude of advanced theories and researches in my field of interest and the breadth of experiences unique on your campus will be invaluable in my training as a competent teacher. I look forward to the extensive teaching by attending professors so that I can tap into the wisdom and knowledge of those who have dedicated themselves to the art of education.
Having grown up in a deprived environment, I have long known of the importance of a good education. My goal is to provide others with the opportunities of a good education that I received, so that they may also leave the poverty trap as I did. With many years of teaching experiences I have developed a good understanding of teaching. However, in my wish to further improve my teaching methodology, I require study abroad so that I may obtain a more cosmopolitan and varied approach from a more technologically advanced environment.
My interest in education arises from extended involvement in the Chinese educational system, as both student and teacher. Having studied and worked in China's finest academic institutions, I have learned a great deal, but have also become acutely aware of the deficiencies in the Chinese system. China is currently conducting exploratory reforms in her education, but these at present are tentative and faltering. With a legacy of rote learning and an inflexible exam system that dates back thousands of years, Chinese educational institutions are ill-equipped to adapt to changes.
I was taught to believe that with increased privilege comes increased responsibility. My school experience as a child in a Western country changed me forever—both in the sense that I was able to experience firsthand the various technologies unavailable in China, and also in the sense that I benefited from a Western style of teaching. The privilege of that educational experience, my own love of solving practical, mathematical, and mechanical problems, and my desire to play some small role in making life in China more technologically advanced, has brought me to this point— specifically, to this application for an advanced degree in education.
Although I learned several introductory courses on the theory and doctrine of common law as well as the US legal system during my LL.B courses and LL.M program, my feeling is that such abstract ideas coming from indirect interpretation are insufficient to be used in confronting particular problems in the real world. Most of my understanding of the theory, the ideas and the concepts of US law and its legal system comes from my "job training" in those multinational companies where I have been working for around 8 years. But all that learning, those pieces of concepts or that consciousness of ideas, is not systemic and not coherent enough for me to make a whole picture of the US legal system. Understanding more of the US legal system, combined with my previous academic background and unique experience with respect to Chinese legal system reform and foreign investment, will transform my role as an in-house counsel.
My interest stems from the increasing involvement of Chinese businesses in international transactions. China's increasing integration with the international business world presents numerous challenges because of our naivete in international law. The impact of the Asian Economic Crisis in 1997 was a telling illustration of this. In order to remedy this and to safeguard the nation's economic development, it is vital that Chinese lawyers become well versed in international economic law. This is the route that I wish to pursue, and that is why I am applying to your corporate law program.
The traditional image of an accountant in China consists of an old man bending over an abacus and a crumbling ledger. However, as Chinese businesses struggle to compete with foreign firms, a new breed of accountants who are professional, knowledgeable, and international will have to take over the profession to insure the competitiveness and integrity of Chinese firms. As a leading member of this new breed of professional CPAs in China, I believe I am well prepared to acquire an advanced education in accounting from your Master of Professional Accounting program.
During my five years with the court I combined my legal skills with my finance and accounting background to successfully process countless depression-induced economic cases. Through my experiences I realized that unsuccessful corporations share a similar feature, namely confused management in the fields of accounting and finance. I have learnt a lot from these other people's mistakes and have always dreamt that one day I would have a company of my own. This was the initial reason for my choice of graduate study in accounting.
I enjoyed the course of insurance accuracy in the graduate program, which tapped deeply into my solid grounding in mathematics. The course of insurance investment also fascinated me by showing me horizons that I did not clearly see before. I was struck by the differences in breadth between the extensive investments made by Western insurance companies and the limited investments made by local insurance companies. Where China has not done well, I see great, great opportunities.
My management experience served to highlight my deficiencies, particularly in Accounting, that I now feel restrict my future prospects. As I became more and more involved in our business' strategic planning, the importance of a strong background in Accounting became plainly obvious to me. I am unable to comprehend the meaning of the numbers in our contracts and their far-reaching consequences the way a professional accountant can. To achieve my goals, and reach what I believe is my potential as a businessman, further specialized training in Accounting is now a necessity for me.
There is room for substantial improvements in Chinese accounting. In particular, small and medium sized companies consider accounting primarily a record of the past, rather than a guide for the future. Few businesses have recognized the potential to eliminate inefficiency through budget forecasting, and as a result many are plagued with financial difficulties. Another problem is that modern accounting techniques are relatively new tools in China. They are frequently misunderstood and implemented ineffectively. These problems frustrate me, but I see them as challenges. I can think of nothing more rewarding than learning the most advanced accounting theories and using them to increase the competitiveness of Chinese companies.
I am going to inherit a small enterprise from my family. My mission, as my family mandated, is to run this enterprise successfully and expand it. Of course I am aware of the perils that usually befall family businesses. They invariably end in demise. But my business experience is just enough for me to know that I am not up to the task. In my view, to set up a dynamic management structure is vital for a company to survive the cutthroat competition in China. This is the reason of my commitment to furthering my career by attending a higher quality American finance program.
As a mature student armed with sophisticated understanding of life and society, I have a clear sense of what I'm going to do in life. Meanwhile, I am highly aware of how much I need to learn to push myself forward. Especially at this moment in time, it is hard to imagine that one lives without computer, network and information technology. A systematic and professional business-training program in connection with the theories and practices of modern information technology would be very much suitable for me. Therefore, I am applying for acceptance to your program in e-commerce.
E-business creates new types of assets, often in the form of hardly tangible information, and e-business is by nature global. From the validity of digital evidence to the evaluation of on-line information assets, from the security of on-line information to the regulation of the e-business market in general, from e-business in a particular area to e-business across all international borders, new legal concepts, principles and regimes will have to be developed to cope with the distinctive features of the rapidly expanding e-business industry.
I firmly believe that I have all the academic credentials and experience necessary to prove a worthy participant in your doctoral program. My substantial qualifications include an MA in management and an Architecture BS. I also possess five years of rich professional experience in construction management. My academic and professional experiences continually drive me towards the pursuit of a higher level of learning, and that is why I am applying to your DBA program.
As a child, I had already developed a keen interest in the sciences and mathematics and maintained the highest of academic standards. On the basis of my proven scholarly performance, I became one of only five students selected to represent my school at the National Mathematics Contest. Most of the contestants at this annual national event were trained in computing, and it was this occasion that provided me with my first introduction to computer science. It was then that I discovered the wonders and endless possibilities available within this field of technology and decided that this was the area in which I should forge my career.
Numbers, probabilities, trends, prediction—these have become my vocabulary of choice. Now, as a qualified statistician, I want to continue my statistics education and pursue Ph.D. studies in the United States where I can be part of the exciting innovations that are occurring there.
In the past 20 years or so, I did a few things that went pretty much against popular wisdom. Some people said that mathematics was just not for girls. Well, I represented my Province of Yunnan to compete in the National Mathematics Olympics. I carried off the second prize. When I graduated from college, I had several career options, but I chose one that surprised many: I became a statistician at Heavy Industry Sales Co.
Art has become more than a career for me; it is my passion. It transcends the monotony of daily life and raises me to a higher level of being where I can see the hidden beauty of things others might fail to see. During my childhood, I received a very solid training in drawing and I became fascinated with drawing and sketching. When I wanted to relax I often went to an art gallery or an art museum. There I was able to feel the artists' spirit and immerse myself in the works and their unique opinions. My decision to pursue architecture in university came rather easily.
As a child, I was fascinated by the world's architectural wonders. The glamour of San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge, the magnificence of New York's Empire State Building, and the classical elegance of Paris' Eiffel Tower—the construction of these feats of engineering coupled with aesthetic grace never failed to intrigue me.
For as long as I can remember, I have been committed to the research and application of Chinese medicine. I have studied at the most prestigious institution of traditional Chinese medicine and am now a traditional Chinese medicine doctor. However, for all the wonder of our heritage, most of us do not know why and how these treatments work. We know what ailments and diseases require certain drugs, how long to prescribe and the effects of certain methods. This is all very good, but, increasingly the medical community of China wants to know how and why certain drugs work, so that the needs and congruencies may be seen between prescriptions and diseases. I also feel that it is inept to continue prescribing medicine without really knowing the science behind it. My aim, given proper opportunity, is to study Western pharmacology and apply these principles to professional research in Chinese medicine.
“I became a doctor to help people.” This sentiment is often expressed by doctors, and, while it may certainly be true, my motives were intensely personal—I was seriously ill as a child and might not be alive today, were it not for the local doctor. Wanting to return the favor, I vowed to help others when I grew up.
Since childhood, I have taken a keen interest in mathematics and had even felt destined to become a mathematician myself. However, at 17 years of age, I met Mr. Hu Huaidong, my first biology teacher. Suddenly, my eyes were opened to the intricate and dynamic world of life science. In his class, I was literally on the edge of my seat, and when dismissed, reluctantly left with an insatiable mind. My instant and natural affinity to biology had changed my career perspective to biological science. My devotion to mathematics, however, had not been in vain, as I later optimized my skills in biology and math to concentrate in biostatistics. With a renowned education at your esteemed institution, I may rise above and beyond our time's expectations and open the doors to great scientific discoveries.
I originally thought that becoming a doctor would be the most satisfying career for me in that it would allow me both intellectual stimulation and a feeling of fulfillment. However, as I plodded through my research and read about the great achievements of research scientists, my thinking began to change. When I thought about how some of the landmark discoveries changed the face of science, I realized that realms of Biology could be even more rewarding than medicine. Having dabbled in biostatistics for quite some time now, I would like to undertake more advanced studies in your distinguished Ph.D. program.
I grew up in a city surrounded by verdant mountains along a river. Ever since my childhood I have been enchanted by the majesty of my surroundings. Going out into parks and wildlife preserves offered me a chance to encounter lush sub-tropical plants and a wide variety of animals. During high school my interest in the natural world became more mature and systematic. I discovered that I could gain an appreciation that was even deeper through coming to understand the principles that underlie the variety and splendor of the natural world. Working hard at my biology and field research classes, I gained a foundation in the basics of biology.
There is an old Greek legend about a cornucopia. Whatever original object, whatever template was placed inside it, it could replicate in great numbers. Infinite treasure could be created in this way. I chose to major in Microbiology during undergraduate study and now prepare to continue study for the master's and doctor's degrees in life science to make full use of the abundant gene resources of my own people. I hope to put the gene—the best template —into an organism—the best cornucopia.
Since my childhood, I had a dream to work in medicine. A large influence in this decision was my mother, who is an urologist. She kept very busy with work, but I frequented her office often enough to see the impact that she had on her many patients. I saw many suffering people, relieved to be treated successfully by my mother and her colleagues. I saw many beautiful things in the way my mother could bring a new life into the world, save a live and give quality to life. I thought this occupation was noble and wanted to be a medical worker.
While performing basic clinical procedures as an intern, I came across numerous patients with severe fractures, suffering from various degrees of nerve damage, resulting in loss of sensation or use of their limbs. This stimulated my interest in neuroscience as a career. After much insistence, I was permitted to participate in the graduate course in Neuro-anatomy and Experimental Acupuncture, which highlighted the details and significance of modern neuroscience to the ancient Chinese art of acupuncture.
Many of my relatives are surgeons. I can remember listening to their conversations as they described the joys of curing a patient of their suffering and the anguish of losing their battle against a fatal illness. I learned that the fight against disease is a fight against ignorance. I repeatedly heard them mention the particular ravages of cancer, and the horrible effects that it had on patients and their families. Inspired by their examples, I enrolled in medical school so I could contribute to the battle against this disease.
As a small girl, I was fascinated by the living creatures around me. I grew up in a quiet village where people lived closely with nature. My family grew its own produce, and raised cows and chickens; I have witnessed birth and death, seen crops grow each year, and have worked hard among both plants and animals. My experiences in this setting served to solidify my growing desire to know how life works, changes and grows. That desire has carried me successfully through primary and secondary school, and brought me to the completion of my undergraduate program in biochemistry. I am ready to begin my graduate studies in molecular biology in the United States and fulfill my lifelong dream of becoming a research biochemist.
Although much has been learned about the human genome, so much more has yet to be discovered. Numerous diseases still deprive hundreds of thousands of lives every year, and as a biologist, I know that I am in a position to help find cures and save lives. Although I have met many difficulties in the past to accomplish my research and have sacrificed some of my personal life in pursuit of professional achievements, my resolve to pursue this field at an advanced level remains.
Understanding the principles of chemistry held a special magic for me that no other subject could match. At university, this fascination led specifically to the world of polymer science and engineering, an area so brimming with potential. I therefore made a decision to dedicate my life to it. With this in mind, I look forward to advanced studies in the United States to take me from being a top-ranked senior student at the best university in my field, to being a pioneering scientist of international standing.
A top-ranked recent college graduate, I am applying to your graduate program in Chemistry in order to pursue my ambition of becoming one of the well-qualified professional chemists that China so desperately needs. Although I did not major in Chemistry during my undergraduate studies due to factors beyond my control, I have long had a profound interest in the subject. I firmly believe that I have the foundation of knowledge, relevant professional experience and motivation to prove an excellent participant in your graduate program.
At the heart of every biochemist or chemical physicist lies a child's wonder for Mother Nature's myriad creations. Hence begins his or her journey to understand the intrinsic make-up of every organic substance, and how each can be combined with others to form new substances to aid humankind in its search for a better, more fulfilling life. I am no different. Living in a country with vast areas of natural resources, I am keen to explore many unusual organic molecules found naturally, to extract their individual elements and re-combine them to form completely new synthetic compounds.
As our people become more affluent, a larger percentage of the population is starting to travel by air, demanding growth in China's fleet of domestic airplanes. In reaction to this, the industry is seeking to expand, and commercial opportunities abound. Unfortunately, China still lacks the expertise to take advantage of this trend. There are simply not enough resources or skilled researchers. It is with the intent of becoming one of these researchers that I have applied to your university. If accepted to study at your university, I will focus on the aeronautic engineering skills necessary for me to return to China and contribute to the growth of our aeronautics industry.
There are a few things that everybody knows about China: the Great Wall, the Terracotta Warriors, and the growing population. But ever since I was a small girl, I knew that the ever-increasing population was causing problems for my country. As I grew older I came to realize that it wasn't the population itself, but the limited resources available, especially energy, that presented the problem. In my university study, I saw that processes and designs could be refined to conserve this energy. I now have a thirst for knowledge about energy conservation. I believe that by meeting this issue effectively whenever I can, I can help bring my motherland forward into the new millennium.
As an official at the Environmental Protection Administration, I have long felt the need to promote energy conserving technologies and to effectively implement sound energy policies. An education at your program will further enhance my ability to do my part in moving the Chinese industrial structure toward environmental friendliness. My intellectual depth, experience in academic research, and extensive work experience at the heart of China's economic reform make me an ideal candidate for your program.
Every time I see the pure and bright stars lighting up the sky, I am reminded of skies in my hometown that were always covered in a blanket of oppressive gray. My birthplace is one of the most seriously polluted cities in the world. I made a commitment to devote myself to the improvement of the environment of my hometown, and other cities where tens of millions of people are struggling to cope with a blighted environment. I know that the implementation of effective sustainable development polices is the only way forward, and to learn the best strategies in environmental protection a Ph.D. course abroad would be the essential next step.
As a child, I would often swim in a clear and sparkling river that flows through most of my hometown. Nestled in a booming industrial city, this river had little choice but to give in to the ugly forces of urbanization. Every time I returned to visit, my heart would sink at the sight of the river being transformed, gradually but surely, into turbid pools of water. Even our drinking water lost its sweet, clean taste. I was horrified by the rapid decline of our water sources, wrought by the rapid development of industries. Surely our city could grow in economic wealth without damaging our environment. I was determined then to revive the ailing water resource, to prove that economic development need not be at the expense of environmental protection.
I used to wander along the shores of Qing River, a sparkling stream teeming with all manner of aquatic life. Many happy childhood moments have been spent there, chatting with friends, or just soaking in the tranquility of the surroundings. But not for long. As with most sorry tales of modernization and development, an enormous chemical plant soon sprang up, contaminating the river with untreated wastewater. It was a hard lesson for me in the importance of balancing economic development with protecting the environment. I vowed then to devote my entire life to the protection and management of our country's water resources.
The subject of Polymer Science is not one that captures the imagination of typical children, but I can clearly trace back my interest in the subject to my childhood. Coming from a very poor family, I treasured a pair of white plastic sandals brought for me as a gift. Unfortunately, the white color soon turned yellow. I tried washing them but my father explained that it was not dirt that caused the problem, but the type of chemicals used to make the sandals which made them age fast. That incident was enough to inspire my interest in materials science, and it has stayed with me ever since.
Being able to attend your university and earning a Ph.D. in Polymer Science will allow me to play my part in filling the huge gap that exists between what's known and what is yet to be discovered. I chose this field of study because it is my passion and because I strongly believe that I have the potential to help build an extra step toward the advancement of polymer technology. I strive to be an individual who will tackle new challenges with what's learned and experienced; but most importantly, with an open-mind. Not only will this opportunity benefit myself, but it will also aid China in its growth toward the advanced technology that is characteristic of America.
The challenge in polymer chemistry is the application of fundamental chemical and physical techniques to large and complex molecules. Polymer chemistry is not a specialized side branch of traditional chemistry. It is a unique discipline that encompasses the whole of chemistry and other scientific fields. I wish to apply for your graduate program to enrich my knowledge and become a qualified and competent scientist.
During my tenure at the agriculture administration, nothing has proved more challenging or interesting to me than investigating failures in Chinese agriculture and devising and implementing the right agricultural policies. This experience has led me to one particular area of interest that I am keen to research further as part of graduate study. I am confident that a tremendous amount of untapped research potential exists in this area.
There is perhaps no other country in which food holds such cultural and economic importance as in China. In spite of this, the Chinese food industry continues to suffer, as sophisticated technological and scientific know-how is either infeasible or inaccessible. It is not only this knowledge, but also my experience of growing up in an impoverished and gastronomically destitute town in Northern China, that has led to my study of food science.
My interest in astronomy springs from an unforgettable experience that I had as a young child. I will never forget the night with countless stars shinning in the dark sky when I, as a child of about 6 years old, gazed at Halley's Comet passing by gracefully and quietly. The image of the comet came through a little telescope my parents had given me. The beauty of that experience is memorable. I feel that my interest in science developed from this experience and became deeply rooted in my heart.
My interest in Library Information Science flows naturally from my childhood penchant for books, and, probably more importantly, my research experience in this field as an undergraduate. My study required wide reading and extensive use of the library resources, so that I had the chance to observe the workings of my school library and to probe deep into the system that steers it. In my early endeavors to find out about the problems with the Chinese library system and my school library in particular, I realized that most Chinese libraries were poorly managed.
My last six years since obtaining my Master's degree have been heady times, spent as a busy university teacher in a venerated institution in Beijing and seeing to fruition a succession of ambitious research projects. My various pursuits have, over time, supplied me with a strong scientific background and wide professional knowledge, gained in diverse fields of engineering. Yet despite feeling some measure of triumph when a project is completed, the sense of satisfaction is usually short lived. The belief I can achieve so much more has lingered for a long time, and seems to be growing stronger. Deep within me is the certainty that a research opportunity in a first class university environment, focused on computer engineering, will open up exciting avenues in my intellectual development.
Life holds many delightful surprises for the adventurous type—therefore it is with a sense of anticipation that I am applying to join your Ph.D. program in Computer Science. A visiting professor from the United States first sowed in me the idea of an overseas education. He felt I had a solid grounding in the fundamentals, and also a natural gift for the subject. However, at that time I was completing my graduate studies, and failed to give that suggestion much thought.
My two-year hiatus from university life has allowed me to carefully examine my motives in returning to the intellectual challenges of academia. This examination has strongly reinforced my belief that my obsession with data processing techniques needs ampler room to stretch to its fullest extent. Further, it has increased my determination to apply for a Master's degree in Information Science with an emphasis on data processing, and to pursue a professional career in that direction thereafter.
As I was growing up, I witnessed my parents and others doing their best to rebuild the city destroyed by the most damaging earthquake in recent centuries. While the city's industries have regained their former vigor, inefficiency still plagues the industrial sector. The problem was actually not so much that new technology was not available but that people did not know how to use technology to its fullest potential. I was determined to study how to maximize the potential use of technology, which was why I chose information systems as my major. I believe that my excellent foundation in information systems and my rich research experience have well prepared me for further exploration in unleashing the beneficial potentials of information technology.
I am an avid student of MIS and wish to advance my career and knowledge through furthering my study at a university in Canada. Throughout my schooling I have worked conscientiously towards my long-term goals, and now that I have spent time in the workforce, picking up valuable experience of the practical world, I feel the time is right to return to school to advance my theoretical knowledge and research ability. My goal is to gain a Ph.D in MIS and return to China to play a part in raising the level of research and scientific development.
An experienced software engineer in the IT industry and a graduate of the Institute of Technology, I wish to enter the graduate program in Information Technology in order to develop and enhance my professional skills. My particular fields of interest are simulation, data mining and software engineering. I believe that I have the motivation, research experience and academic background to prove a worthy participant in your program.
A key motivating factor in my decision to pursue graduate studies abroad is experience as a research assistant in a sophisticated lab in the USA. I was selected from over three hundred applicants, many of them postgraduate students, and spent a year at Princeton University. While I was there, I got the chance to attend many international seminars and conferences, and to work in advanced laboratories and research facilities. These made me painfully aware of the technological gulf between China and developed nations. Tasting research in advanced surroundings, I resolved to pursue graduate studies in a state-of-the-art environment.
My interest in Computer Science started at a young age, developed throughout my school years and has been augmented at every opportunity by in-depth investigation and hands-on experience. My primary school teacher was the first to introduce me to the wonders of computer technology. Under his watchful eye, I experimented early with Basic, C and Foxbase and I credit him with giving me an obsession for the acquisition of knowledge in computer science and database management even if I have to search out the information independently and learn it myself. With this goal in mind I have dedicated myself to researching and developing my skills.
My desire to pursue a Master's degree in Computer Science stems from the knowledge that further education is vital to my hope of entering the Internet Technology industry. Like many young and ambitious people today, I am intrigued and excited by the impact IT is having on our lives and our way of thinking. I want to be part of this process of change, but I realize that to succeed in the IT industry, I need more tools—specifically more advanced CIS knowledge, the core technology of the IT industry.
A part-time job I took during my sophomore year inspired me to use the computer as a tool to facilitate the daily work and life of people. Although writing a customer database application sounds simple now, it was unknown to me, then. After many nights of hard work and toil, my first information system was born. When my colleagues were able to enter and collate data with a click, and delighted when the results printed with the greatest of ease, the sense of satisfaction I felt was immeasurable. Since then I have been creating real-world high-tech solutions for people.
When I first came into contact with Internet technology several years ago, I was mystified, and eagerly set out to discover how it all worked. As my understanding of computer technology accumulated, I was drawn further and further into this amazing new world. Human beings have made massive progress, building new roads along the great highway of civilization. Wonders such as distance learning, virtual reality and robot intelligence, previously limited to the realm of science fiction, are now becoming everyday realities.
My interest in computer science began in my sophomore year when I spent much of my free time looking through an illegal copy of a CD-ROM containing a host of small but interesting tools. I became a member of the university's Programmers' Club and began to write codes for a range of small applications. Gradually, I was able to criticize the drawbacks of certain kinds of software and began writing my own. Indeed, I was inspired to such an extent that I made the decision to undertake further study in this field.
I had not thought about Computer Science initially. In university, my skills in Mathematics were recognized and I was asked to join the university's small math modeling group. It was this work that opened my eyes to the wide world of Computer Science. I found my interest growing, the more I learnt about the subject. I actively sought more information about Computer Science in the library and on the Internet.
While my current program offers software development courses, I find they are too narrow in scope for my requirements. My practical experiences in the workplace taught me that software applications meeting the specialized needs of the energy industry are scarce in China. Also, the design of the user interface and proper visualization controls are just as important as the computational power and robust design. My aptitude for and abundant experiences in computer science allow me to fulfill a niche in China that hasn't been exploited yet, but to do this I need to complete my studies in Computer Science at your university.
My original career aspiration was to work as a physician. As an intern working in a hospital, I realized first-hand that although doctors could give a definite diagnosis of an illness, often it was the pharmacologists who developed drugs with high efficacy who could save a person's life. This observation changed my career plan. As a post-graduate and later a researcher, my work has been devoted to pharmacology research, and I have learnt much about both clinical and pre-clinical trial processes at levels of significant responsibility. The research has been demanding and obstacles litter the path towards eventual breakthroughs, but it is a voyage of discovery that I hope to keep continuing.
I intend to earn my Ph.D. in the Dept. of Pharmacology with special interests in gene therapy, signal transduction and pharmacological mechanism of drugs. This subject fascinates me and the challenge of improvement inspires my research. Studying in Canada will provide an optimal academic environment for me to exercise both critical thinking and diligence.
I am confident that I can make an outstanding student in your university if I am accepted. Pharmacology is where I wish to establish my career. I have decided to devote myself to pharmacology and make my contribution to it. With my hard work, understanding, education and lab experience, I will bring to your program a unique prospective. Thank you very much for your consideration.
To me, a girl in a backward village where people live in the huts made of clay, modern cities with skyscrapers, new apartment buildings, and glorious skylines seemed like a dream. That was where I wanted to live, that was what I wanted to build. Now that I am an educated and experienced architect, I am troubled by the city, the rush to build in the international style, and the concomitant loss of traditional architecture. There must be a way to maintain our heritage, a way to save, preserve, and build on what we are. I want to pursue a Ph.D. in Architecture at your university so that I can deal with these issues, develop a new approach to mixing the old with the new and sustainable urban development.
My awareness of the need for successful urban planning began early. The city of my early childhood was harmonious and uncluttered, with fresh air, a clean river flowing through the center of town and adequate transportation systems. But as I grew older, the air became polluted, the traffic congested, and the river disappeared completely. Sprawling suburbs sprang up around the city while an ever-increasing population cramped the original town. This change had a profound impact on me, and was one of the main factors in shaping my choice of career.
I have always excelled in physics and mathematics and enjoyed taking up the challenges that are constantly presented to me in these areas. This love for physics and math, and my innate gift in these areas, greatly assisted my undergraduate studies in engineering, which has a heavy emphasis on both these subjects. The word "engineer" has always conjured up in my mind an image of a person who is responsible for creating many of the world's most beautiful and useful things. I strongly believe that engineers can change the world for better.
My natural curiosity and inquisitiveness have been attributes that led me to explore the intricacies and complexities of the sciences. I developed a deep interest in electrical engineering. Growing up, I was constantly surrounded by the whirl of activity of the engineers and machines in the factory workshop. This further invigorated my interest in electrical engineering and it was my natural choice of major in university.
I am applying to study for a doctoral degree in electrical engineering at your university because research work in this field attracts me immensely, and I have a strong desire to follow on with my studies in signal processing and industrial control. My academic background and work experience have given me the background needed to make the most of my time at your university, and I believe that the skills I gain there will enable me to make a valuable contribution to the development of this field.
I wish to go abroad and learn newer and more progressive knowledge in this field. It is my great hope to enter your graduate program in Electrical Engineering and to receive financial assistance. I am fully prepared to face the challenge of studying abroad, and I have the ability to contribute much to your university. My enthusiasm for designing things and participating in a variety of activities has given me a great deal of practical experience and scientific reasoning skills. Moreover, my computer proficiency and past academic excellence gives me confidence that with hard work and persistence, I can face any challenge that is put before me.
The world of electronics proved both a source of fascination and an intellectual challenge to me. While still a teenager, I was motivated to find answers to technical puzzles regarding electrical and computer matters. Now after completing graduate study and four years of research, I feel confident the time is right to pursue a Ph.D. degree. I wish to choose an environment that will equip me with the cutting edge developments in fields such as wireless communications, neural networks and computer networking, which have characteristics in common. I also want the option to look into artificial intelligence and image processing to broaden my perspective.
Recently, I attended an Internet Conference in Beijing as a spokesman for the telecommunications company I have been working for. I was able to exchange ideas and opinions with masterminds in this field. This opportunity offered me a glimpse of the future of both wired and wireless communications, and my imagination has again been ignited. As a master's degree student with a strong academic and professional background, I am now ready to continue my education at a more advanced level.
My first electrical engineering project, a table lamp, consisted of 2 batteries, 2 pieces of wire, a light bulb, and the imagination of a 7-year old. I connected the wire and there was light. A love of electronics illuminated my young mind. After the schoolmaster praised me for my accomplishment, I knew the path that I would follow.
I was sparked with interest and kept informed with new technological advances, of which electrical engineering was dominant. Naturally, when I enrolled into my alma mater, electrical engineering was no new subject for me. Ever since, I have carefully observed how the field of E.E. has rapidly developed, altering the face of mankind. At present, challenging myself to step into the forefront of the field, I am applying for acceptance into the E.E. Master's program at your fine university.
As my knowledge of electrical engineering grew, I realized that computer technologies added further complexities to the fascinating field. As such, I have been gaining a solid foundation in electrical engineering and computer science, as well as engaging in a string of independent research projects. I believe these factors have well prepared me for the challenges and excitement of your Ph.D. program in electrical and computer engineering.
A good engineer relies not merely on his technical skills, but also on his sincerity and ability to work as part of a whole. This was a message that a visiting professor imparted to us in my freshman year when he taught us Aeronautics and Astronautics. Now, when graduation is around the corner and I am about to embark on a new career, these words ring even truer. I have striven in every way to become a good engineer, and more importantly, a good person.
My master's degree in automobile engineering showed me only a glimpse of what is out there in this forever changing and challenging field, since my country still lags far behind the West in this area. I feel your cutting edge Ph.D. program in mechanical design will provide me with the best opportunity to realize my dream of creating cars for China's highways.
As graduation approaches, I stand at the threshold of substantiating my desire to pursue a career in Mechanical Engineering with the training and credentials necessary to do so. It is appropriate that graduation ceremonies are termed "commencements" for they mark the start of a lifelong learning process. I have the research abilities and academic talent to make a genuine contribution to the academic life of your faculty. I have been exploring many different areas within the domain of mechanical engineering. The bottom line is that I want to be a part of this exciting field.
Having grown up in an environment surrounded by science and technology, I have possessed a deep fascination with these fields. Forever wanting to expand my knowledge in these areas and satisfy my insatiable curiosity, I intensively studied mechanical engineering in the hope that one day I may become an accomplished mechanical engineer.
I have always had an inventive streak. When I was young, I invented an instrument to measure the distance and height of a building. This won me a prize in my home province, which I treasured as an emblem for my first success in a scientific career. As a university student, I learned that I should not take it for granted that every ambition would be fulfilled. I learnt also that the value lies in the striving for achievement, not necessarily in the attainment of the achievement itself. I threw myself into my research and coursework activities in order to make the very best of my university life.
Engineering problems intrigue me because they frequently have various solutions, and the challenge is to find the simplest one—often the most unique, and the most likely to be overlooked. There are few activities as exciting to me as finding a solution to a problem that will improve the quality of life for someone. Engineering will afford me the opportunity to use my analytical skills, my research experience, and my imagination and creativity to accomplish such goals.
A student on the dean's list at the very best engineering university in China, I am presently studying for a Master's degree in which I am focusing on control engineering. To pursue my special interest to the very highest level, I wish to enter your graduate program to undertake doctoral study in the most stimulating and rewarding environment. Control engineering is a field that is in dire need of improvement in China, and this is the contribution I hope to make to my country upon my return.
China is still lagging in the world of Safety Engineering. In management and technology, China suffers from inexperience and the lack of know-how. Thousands of lives are constantly endangered because of unsafe work environments. Many of these environments can be improved by the simple allowance of safety standards. Safety is a relatively new concept in China's industries and I am interested in further development of this field in China. I am asking admission into your Ph.D. program to help remedy this problem and to assist others in understanding the necessity of safety.
People all over the world are redoubling their efforts in combating nuclear leakage from nuclear power plants. Probabilistic Security Analysis, with its vital importance in evaluating the security of a power plant, is going to play a pivotal role in China. I intend to forge a successful and useful career in this field and to return to China equipped with the latest technologies and their applications.
Aside from a broadened conceptual understanding, my undergraduate education offered me a panoramic perspective of industrial engineering at the global level. More specifically, I adopted a realistic view of China's national industry and technology in relation to the developed world. The gap between China and developed countries has further inspired me to take action and study abroad. More than ever, in today's fast-changing world, industry is critical for national development. Furthermore, as China evolves from a central economy to a market-driven economy, there are increasingly more challenges and complications to be ironed out. By understanding the principles and theories behind industrial engineering, I am convinced to rise to the challenges and meet them with resolve.
It was exposure to the dismal and backward factory conditions and management techniques that inspired me to pursue a Ph.D. in industrial engineering. How could a nation with most of her factories characterized by dingy environment, lax management, low morale, and low efficiency realize her dream of growth? Whenever I think of this, it irritates me and this is the basis of my passion for industrial engineering.
Triumphing over adversity has been a way of life for me since I was a child. I have always worked hard to obtain my achievements rather than taking shortcuts. As China faces increasing competition internationally, I seek to apply my commitment to hard work, intellectual depth, and knowledge and experience as an industrial engineer to improve the productivity of Chinese firms. The distinguished faculty and extensive research facilities at your university make your Ph.D. program in industrial engineering an ideal place for me to grow as an engineer.
As a child, my home was near a busy intersection where I helplessly witnessed many tragic accidents. At the age of fifteen, I decided to get involved. I wrote a letter to the mayor suggesting a skywalk at this intersection. Although I did not receive a direct reply, my answer came within two years in the form of a new skywalk. Needless accidents were greatly reduced. From this point on, my interest in transportation engineering has grown steadily.
I am a passionate and determined student of petroleum engineering who is committed to helping development while maintaining the delicate balance between nature and progress. Petroleum engineers have a large part to play since they often have to advise decision makers on the viability of energy production projects. There is an enormous responsibility that will lie on the shoulders of those individuals, and I feel that through further research and education I can position myself to have a positive influence on my country's future as a preeminent petroleum engineer.
Having graduated with high grades from the Academy of Fossil Fuel Research, I now hold the distinguished position of the sole graduate student admitted to my department. However, I would state that this achievement was not an easy one, as I do not consider myself to be remarkably more intelligent than my colleagues. What I do possess are sound common sense and an independent mind, which have enabled me to clarify my goals and persevere in striving to achieve them.
As a graduate of Logistics and Materials Management and an accomplished engineer for four years, I wish to combine my practical experience with a theoretical and academic immersion in the subject through the graduate program of your University. I wish to return to my city schooled in the principles of logistics and its function in the modern business world.
Transportation is a crucial issue for China in the twenty-first century, as anyone who has had to endure Beijing's clogged streets during hour can attest. With its huge population and overburdened public transport systems, China has to make rapid advances in transportation if she is to successfully develop the crowded cities of the Eastern seaboard.
Modern international commerce is dependent on professionals who can accurately and expeditiously move goods from one location to another. Multinational corporations expend great resources on creating logistics systems tailored to suit their needs both internally and externally. In my time as a logistics professional working in the Chinese market, I have seen firsthand that the existing systems are inadequate when applied to the relatively unorganized transportation conditions of China.
While some people fear competition, I thrive on it. Whether I am playing chess or presenting a multimillion-dollar project, I always challenge myself to the fullest. I am never content to be a passive spectator; I feel energized when I actively participate. Meeting this challenge requires a personal sacrifice of time, of leisure, and of immediate gratifications. But the achievement is well worth the cost. I am one hundred percent committed to the transportation industry, a discipline through which I can contribute to the development of my community and possibly the world at large.
I took the plunge into the telecom industry after years of intense academic study. It is exciting to be in the telecom field today. Yet our engineers have been hobbled by a lack of technical expertise and practical understanding of modern communication technology. Experiencing this problem firsthand has made clear to me the need to pursue further study, which I hope to undertake at the esteemed Department of Communications Technology at your University.
A crucial aspect of my character is my ability to make the right career choices and then push my potential as far as it can go. It was the reason why I chose what others considered an impossible final year project at university and achieved a major success nonetheless. It is also why I turned down an enticing job offer, choosing instead to pursue graduate studies in Telecommunications. I recognize in myself a strong will and the intellectual stamina for research, which is why I am applying to be a Ph.D. student, with financial aid from you.
With an impeccable academic background and a wealth of research experience in the field, I now wish to pursue Ph.D. studies in Telecommunications. I am a communications engineer with over five years' professional experience, and the holder of both Master's and Bachelor's degrees from one of China's leading research institutes. I am confident that I have all the qualities required to succeed in your graduate program.
Right now I stand in the middle of a successful career in the telecommunications industry. Having studied at some of the top universities in China, I found myself well equipped for current profession. Although it wasn't until after I received my degree in economics that I fully developed my passion for information systems, I have used every possible opportunity to educate myself about the subject. Now, with a comprehensive background in communication networks, I am planning on furthering my understanding of information systems through pursuing a graduate degree at your university.
Integrating my practical experience and my theoretical studies has given me a more penetrating comprehension of computer networks. I have had the opportunity to train with both experienced professionals and respected academics, and have cultivated good interpersonal and leadership skills. But I have come to desire more from my endeavors. When I graduated, I thought I lacked only practical knowledge. But looking back, I was thinking too simplisticly. So many specialized technologies and applications exist in the telecommunication field that are so urgently needed yet beyond my scope. The fulfillment of my potential in the engineering field can only be achieved through further systematic study and research.
I wish to be admitted as a Ph.D. candidate in the field of wireless communication. I firmly believe that your department, with a strong faculty and a distinguished research environment, will enable me to attain my full potential. I also know that with my experience in both fieldwork and theory, I am fully prepared for the pursuit of this degree.
Communications is a vital science in the twenty-first century, and nowhere is its importance greater than in China. The vast size of the country and its immense population require cutting-edge communication infrastructure and management, whether in business, education, or any other aspect of modern life. I therefore wish to undertake an advanced education in Communications in order to facilitate the development of my homeland.
The university at which I am teaching is the only institution of higher learning that specializes in grain processing. I have been working and studying there for the past ten years. I feel that my proper academic development requires a change. While our faculty is world class, I have already worked with all of them and need to continue my tutelage under a different group of professors. Studying in the States will expose me to radically different thinking and approaches than are commonly practiced in China.
I benefited from the tutelage of my sagacious parents. They sought to introduce me to science in its truest form: by taking me for hikes in mountains, rivers, fields and forests. I cherished these excursions, climbing trees, fumbling with dirt, caressing stones, sifting through grass, and simply relishing in the plentitude of the world. It was on these adventures that I became enraptured by science. As I learned the intricacies of empiricism, I profited by opportunities to perform experiments and uncover nature's treasures.
The ability to create is an amazing gift. Since childhood, while my peers sat transfixed by video games and cartoons, I engrossed myself in designing models. I was amazed that from simple materials such as paper, plastic and wood I could create ships, cars, and planes, which were products of my mind. They looked the way I wanted them to look and any innovation made was a product of my ingenuity and mine alone. Ever since those childhood years I have had an insatiable appetite for designing and creating, and the thrill of watching my creations develop into a finished product before my eyes has never subsided.
The values of independence, resolution, and perseverance were instilled in me at an early age. I was born in a small and backward town in northwest China. At the age of eleven, I had to leave my home to receive a secondary education. It was this adventure away from home that forced me to grow up fast. I washed clothes, motivated myself to study, fixed meals, etc. At the time, I deemed the whole ordeal both unfair and deplorable. In retrospect, though, I now realize that it was an invaluable experience—a project in my own human capital, if you will—that ingrained in me the character necessary to pull myself out of the quagmire of ignorance.
I have already taken great strides in developing my career so far. Coming from a poor family, I did not even get to use a computer until I won a place at Peking University on the strength of outstanding scores in the National Entrance Examinations, in which I took first place among more than three thousand candidates from my area. Afforded the luxury of choosing my major because of the high scores, I selected Computer Science on the basis of magazine and newspaper articles that I had read, predicting that computers would become more and more important in the future.
As a young boy I spent much of my time making small electric devices such as radios. As a young adolescent I passed my time taking apart and putting together mechanical devices. Now, as a young man full of vigor and enthusiasm, I am in full pursuit of the dream that I have held on to for my whole life: becoming a successful engineer.
Having been surrounded by layouts and blueprints as a child in a family of architects, I have always possessed a deep fascination with design and the physical relationship between human activity and the physical surroundings. My wish was that I could turn those creations into reality, to see and feel the products of my imagination. From the earliest recollections of my youth, I have therefore aspired for a career that would allow me to fulfill that wish. Over the years, I soon came to realize that my vocation lay in civil engineer.
My parents named me Meihua, which translated literally means "plum blossom". If you lived in northern China, you would know that nothing except plum blossom grows here during the horribly cold and unforgiving winter. It does not just grow; it flourishes. It pushes through the icy layers of snow and overcomes the challenges put before it. I would like to think that I have completely lived up to my name. My only hope is that there are more harsh winters to come.
A few years ago when my father passed away, my mother and I feebly tried to create a new life out of the shattered pieces. It was more than difficult. I had to sell books, pens and makeup products door-to-door so that I could help feed my family. The experience taught me the value of perseverance in pursuing my dreams and the intrinsic value of my dreams themselves. They are what make life interesting and worthwhile. My dream is to be a scientist and professor, like my father. However, since he stopped making footsteps when I was 15, I have to rely on his invisible hand to guide me.
To Chinese students, the annual University Entrance Examination is of utmost importance. This examination determines what few select students will be able to attend University. However, as a high school student under severe pressure to perform well in this coming examination, I nevertheless regularly used the computer lab to further my computer knowledge. I balanced this with my regular studies when at home. Many felt that the time spent on computer would hinder my preparation for the exam. Well, I am proud to say that I not only achieved the third highest score among students in my province but also won a second prize in the Student Computer Contest.
People always say, "you are good at what you like", and this is specifically true in my case as I developed an aptitude for math and the sciences early on in my school career. At high school I continued to excel in these areas and went on to represent my school in many national and provincial academic Olympiads. I enjoyed and thrived under the challenges and competition I faced, and won 2nd prize in the national math Olympiad. With a burning desire to succeed, hard work and diligence brought about impressive results in the national university entrance examinations, which enabled me to enroll at the best university in China.
At an early age, my mathematical abilities were noticed, encouraging my parents to feed the fire. By age 14, I was well heated and eager to openly challenge my skills. In a citywide math contest, my motivation was reinforced by a first prize award. In the subsequent provincial competition with over 5,000 contestants, I took home second prize. Consequently, by having demonstrated a natural talent, I was advised to matriculate into the Special Class, a class specifically designed to groom young talents and annually recruit students to represent China in international physics competitions. Taking advantage of the opportunities at my young age, I matriculated and attended several national and provincial competitions.
I entered into this world at a node between logical curiosity and aesthetic appreciation. Growing up in a home where my father was a chemist and my mother an artist, I received the best of both worlds, and in combining these two perspectives I realize a place altogether distinctive. Formed at this intersection, my passions were developed through the creative reasoning of computer science. It is here where I find myself led to your institution.
Neither of my parents received higher education. They are those contented people who perform their routine work assiduously. Their greatest hope for me is that I grow into a virtuous person. As for whether I will be a very successful person, they do not care so much. However, this did not make me be short of ambitions. On the contrary, just because of this freedom, my desire for learning developed well. At the same time, seeing my parents get along well with people in our community, I deeply felt the importance of virtue. My parents often told me that they could not help me much in my studies but they believed that a real successful person must be a virtuous one.
Excitement and high technology have always driven me. My parents are both professors. With their honors and the satisfaction they have received from their careers, they made me a believer in the life-long benefit of persistent pursuit of knowledge and enrichment of oneself.
Born to a family of educators, teaching is my heritage. This family lineage preceded me for countless generations. Like a princess groomed to be empress, I was groomed to teach. In my family it is a noble tradition. While other children were playing with dolls or skipping rope, I was making words with my wooden blocks. When I learned to walk, the uncles, aunts, friends who held me were all teachers. It was in the air I breathed and embraced from my earliest years. I was always the top student, every year, every term.
When I did my daily chores outside feeding our chickens, I would stare in awe of the massive constructions of the oil drills and wells, and marvel at the creation of Man and what we were able to achieve through this. I had little comprehension of the processes or technicalities of the field of energy production, but was humbled by this technology and the benefits it clearly brought to humankind. During those formative years I made the decision to become a distinguished petroleum engineer.
As a young child, I vividly recall the sense of wonderful mystery that one room in our house held for me. Marvelous sounds continually emerged from this workroom, in which my father, an engineer, spent much of his time. Forbidden to enter, I would wait outside the door, delighted when he came out with a radio, TV set or some other wondrous new objects. Finally, I was permitted to take my first step into the room where I was immediately mesmerized by all that lay before me, a treasure trove of tools, electrical appliances and all sorts of equipment. Within two months I had completed a model airplane of my own. The first time I attempted to fly the plane, it had hardly risen into the sky before crashing to the ground, a wing breaking in front of me.
At an early age I was exposed to the construction industry. My father was an architect who allowed me to accompany him to building sites where he worked, so I gained an insight into how they operated. The bustle of activities to keep the process running smoothly totally engaged my young mind, so I feel lucky that my early choices were shaped by my father's job, and I was very happy to soak up all I could learn from this working environment.
I was born in a rural mountainous area of China, and so was most accustomed to a landscape costumed in blue skies, green mountains and flowing creeks. You can imagine how much of a contrast this was to Xi'an, one of the major industrial centers and the city where I attended university. I saw everywhere wonderful plastic toys and all kinds of decorations in brightly colored streets, almost all things from chemical plants. This ignited my interest in the seemingly limitless creative power of chemistry. At the same time, the vision of ugly towering chimneys and grayish skies caused by fumes was distressing and depressing. I determined to work towards not only helping rein in chemical plant pollution, but also reform of chemical industry.
In America, if you asked a child what he would like as a career, nine out of ten would answer to be a president, general manager, or CEO, all of which are leaders of a certain group. It is evident that under western culture, children are educated to have an explicit objective: to be one of those successful people who make a great contribution to related groups. While in China, our conservative education requires a child to be humble rather than to be ambitious. Otherwise, he would be criticized as a person of wicked ambition. Despite the traditional culture, I would like to be a person having a clear objective, to be a general manager, CEO, or even president. A person of explicit ambition can contribute more to the group that he or she belongs to. Thus his or her life becomes meaningful.
Born in a teacher's family, I was immersed in an academic atmosphere from childhood. With this privileged background, I was encouraged to read books in a wide variety of disciplines. At an early age, I showed a natural talent in mathematics. This attribute enabled me to excel my classmates, especially in such challenging subjects as mathematics, physics and chemistry. I took part in a variety of provincial and national contests, demonstrating my excellent academic skills.
My childhood had a huge impact on my character and personality. Growing up in a poor rural family, I used to wonder why life could be so cruel to some, and yet present others with great fortune. Now I consider it a blessing in disguise, as I quickly came to appreciate that, although people have no choice where they start life from, everyone is the master of his or her own destiny. I believe the challenges I was faced with as a youngster accelerated my maturity and greatly influenced my vast determination to succeed. The result of my perseverance and assiduous study was that I triumphed in the National University Entrance Examination and was selected to enroll at a great university.
My parents poured their dreams into me as they poured every cent not spent on life essentials into my education. In acting so selflessly, year after year, with so limited a salary, they toiled and struggled, devoting the best years of their lives to ensure that their child would not be cursed to a life of unrewarding, hard labor. My parents' courage inspired me on a daily basis. I studied as though possessed, easily surpassing the efforts of my classmates, knowing that a sterling report card would bring a smile to my parents' exhausted faces.
I will never forget waking up at the break of dawn as a child and a teenager, my difficulty in rising and the scolding from parents adjuring me out of bed. As athletes-turned-coaches, they insisted that the body and the mind have to be exercised in order to bring out their full potential. At that stage in my life I believed the early morning antics were nothing but an old habit. After graduating from university I saw that in order for me to reach my full potential, further academic "exercise" is needed in the graduate environment.
As a result of my father's career as an electrical engineer, I have, from a young age, developed a fascination for electronics. Such is the deepness of my father's influence that my earliest recollections include repairing broken radios and the workings of the internal combustion engine. With an insatiable desire to further my knowledge, my efforts concentrated on studying the sciences.
My story is a pretty straightforward one. It does not have the type of twists and turns or ups and downs of a melodrama. My story should sound familiar to hundreds and thousands of Chinese students whose lives seemed to be consumed with examinations after examinations after examinations. Those who received good grades get recognized; those who received bad grades get discouraged. The notion was and has been that if one excels in exams, one succeeds in life. I did well at school, my major being Computer Science. I received merit-based scholarship four years in a row. I was consistently among the top three in college.
I remember clearly when my family bought our first 14'' black and white television when I was nine years old. At that time, few families were able to afford such a luxury. Now one third of my monthly salary can buy a 21'' color television. The field of fashion, too, has seen great changes, with the somber colors of the previous decades being replaced by bright colors and stylish designs. I feel lucky because now I can be the independent and modern woman I want to be.
Growing up in the Chinese education system was beneficial for me. However, I soon discovered that in order to find answers to the harder questions, I had to move beyond the standard curriculum. Within the academic atmosphere of my intellectual family, I read books from a wide range of disciplines and began doing research on my own at an early age. Initially, I was fascinated with the complexity and beauty of nature and its laws. Like all children I loved bugs, worms, and anything I could find outside. Then I became interested in computers, programming languages, and mathematics.
Paying my way through university is one of my greatest achievements. As an orphan, I had no financial means but meager university scholarships. Facing this challenge, I began some small scale business operations including founding a job agency to introduce students to companies to work as tutors. I also worked as a salesman for various companies. In doing this I accumulated a wealth of valuable experience and marketing skills. The money I earned not only enabled me to get through my studies, but also allowed me to provide financial support for my siblings.
I attribute my positive attitude toward education to my parents, who are both college-educated. From a very young age, I fell in love with reading. I read a wide range of subjects and thirsted for more in-depth knowledge. This gave me a definite advantage in my course work in middle school and high school, and also broadened my horizons to include such subjects as biology, anthropology, history, and Chinese classical literature. Through education my goal has always been to seek greater, more in depth knowledge instead of merely pursuing high test scores.
Blessed with natural academic abilities, I feel that I have a responsibility to my community and myself to utilize them to the fullest. I believe people should contribute their strengths to the common good. Brought up in a loving, nurturing environment, I was always encouraged to make independent decisions and assume responsibility. My parents placed a premium on critical analysis and creativity, not just good grades. Thus, I continually distinguished myself in high school, and was always one of the best students in the class.
A black and white TV, a rare luxury in China during my childhood days, opened up a world full of fancy, endless glee and mystery. I was fascinated how so many different images from so many different places could be contained in such a small box. I was so intrigued that several weeks later, to my parents' chagrin, I took apart the little box to see what kind of magic I could unearth. Instead of some awesome entity, I was surprised to merely find an assortment of wires and tubes. My curiosity was enkindled even more as I wanted to know how such sounds and images could be derived from such ordinary pieces.
On entering the campus, I realized that it was another challenge, novel but arduous. The campus set before me a whole new world about which I felt a little more than nervous. I had to gain a new perspective on everything in order to analyze what I had done and what I should do next. However, I soon became accustomed to it. Another important aspect of my university life was living on campus. I finally freed myself from the noisy home in which my extended family of three generations crammed together and at last was able to find the time and space that I needed to devote to my studies and to my goals. Motivated to build a solid foundation for my future research and study, I was fully immersed in academic training at campus. Looking back, I call it a kind of race or track event, but with some significant differences, in that I was the only participant and I had tried to better myself. I have determined never to let myself lose the competition of will versus over-confidence.
My academic performance at the university has been outstanding. Only in one semester (when I was president of a major student organization) has my GPA slipped from the top 5%, a remarkable achievement given the intensity of the competition. The undergraduates at my university represent the very best students in China. When I think of the difficulty of entering the University, which is the dream of most bright young people in this huge country, I am very proud of my success here. In competition with the finest young minds in the world's most populous nation, I have managed to maintain a leading position. I am therefore quite sure that I have the academic ability to succeed in your graduate program.
In undergraduate and graduate schools, I earned many awards and some of the highest marks. However it was not the awards, nor the standing in my class that motivated me. It was the chance to make a tangible difference in my field through writing and research that made me study harder and more importantly, study smarter. For my undergraduate diploma thesis I analyzed the case of the recent financial crisis, which was occurring much at the same time. The paper was praised for its content as well as its style, and was ultimately given higher review from the Ph.D. supervisor who first handled it. Among some of my graduate research, I probed the financial and accounting problems of the shareholding system.
I believe that I am someone with an easy-going, cheerful and positive character. My years at university and at the Research Center have left a deep impression on me, teaching me the value of teamwork, self-motivation and respect for others. Throughout this time I have reveled in the camaraderie of my peers and enjoyed the challenges of overcoming difficulties that inevitably arise through advanced study and sophisticated research.
One thing special about me is the fact that I went to the university as a medical student at 14, when most of my peers were just beginning their secondary school education. Recognized as a prodigy, I studied at a program specially designed for young talents to accelerate pre-university education. After six years of rigorous training in medicine, which in China is two years longer than the common science programs, I received my bachelor's degree in medicine when I was twenty. Now at 21, I am a second year graduate student at one of China's leading medical research institutions.
I often see the striking resemblance between computer science and English grammar. The analogy lies in the fact that even though there are numerous rules to follow, there are no shortcuts to learning and mastering them. English grammar exists so that people can communicate in an infinite number of ways and still make sense. Another way of looking at it is in order for the English language to be meaningful, grammar is necessary, indeed, indispensable. However, grammar is there not to limit language, but to enrich it. Same is true for the type of "languages" we computer majors deal with. That's why the Chinese traditional wisdom on "eating bitterness" can be extremely valuable or limiting at the same time. Undoubtedly one has to plough through what may be a very dull and painful process of studying, analyzing, reviewing, editing and experimenting. However, learning is not an end in itself. It is a means to an end. It has to be applied to real life situations.
My creditable performance won me an opportunity to assist in developing a computer-assisted experiment program. I played a central role, writing the program in Assembly Language. My outstanding academic and research record drew the attention of my professors, who encouraged me to continue advanced studies in computer science abroad, with a more comprehensive computer science curriculum. Not only was I the only student in my cohort sent on a cross-disciplinary study program, this was also a first for the university, thus showing my professors' belief in my ability to teach computer science when I returned.
After listening to the lecture on Asian financial crisis, I became genuinely interested with this issue. Although it was an anomaly for a freshman to be so deeply interested in such an intricate topic, I nevertheless persevered in an independent research of current events. I learned many theories about the exchange rate, the influence of the behavior of individuals on the market, arbitrage and international and financial policy. One and a half years later, I submitted my research to a time-honored student organization, the Financial Research Committee. Not only was my paper published, but I was chosen to sit on the board of the Research Committee as well.
My undergraduate grades topped the entire cohort in the final year, achieving 90.2/100 for my academic GPA. Majoring in Engineering, I also completed a total of more than 30 courses, including Mechanics of Materials, Theoretical Mechanics, Mechanics of Structure, Engineering, Computer Language and Programming.
After successfully taking the National University Entrance Examinations, I enrolled into The Medical University, one of the foremost medical teaching and research institutions in China, to earn a Bachelor of Medicine. During my five years of study, I undertook such diverse topics as Internal Medicine, General Surgery, Gynecology, Obstetrics, and Pediatrics, thereby not only gaining a fundamental understanding of a wide variety of medical issues, but also a heightened ability to carry out independent research. Throughout my time at the Medical University, the highly competitive and stimulating environment provided me with a daily boost to fascination of this field. Therefore, despite the ever-increasing workload and pressure aspiring for an accomplished career in this field of science, I studied assiduously to maintain the highest of academic standards, maintaining an average GPA of 3.8 and a position within the top 3 percent of my class.
Attaining higher entrance examination scores than required for admission to the best high school in our province, I nonetheless selected a shorter, less trodden path to university. I enrolled in the community college, an institution that provided vocational courses. I did this despite knowing that this would definitely lessen my chances of qualifying for the best universities. I wanted to graduate and start working as early as possible so that I could help alleviate the financial burden on my ailing parents.
During the last three years of graduate study, noticing the rapid growth in the field of distributed object technologies, I worked assiduously to develop my software engineering skills so that I may be able to utilize tools such as COBRA and DCOM effectively. My in-depth knowledge later allowed me to undertake my graduate thesis in my final year. My thesis investigated the concepts, methodology and development of software integration using distributed object technology. I went on to describe the changing methodology of software development, new methods of engineering that would suit this new technology, and how such kinds of software engineering could be provided within an integrated environment, where cooperated work is supported and distributed components are efficiently managed. Despite being awarded an "A" for my efforts, I was disappointed that the short time frame available did not allow me to continue my research. I therefore relish the possibility of continuing my work at a renowned institute such as yours, so that I could explore this area of technology in greater depth.
During my three years of postgraduate study, I became much more familiar with the areas of my major, including crystal physics, liquid crystal physics and liquid crystal devices. I was also fortunate to be invited to attend several national academic meetings concerning these subjects. During an academic conference, I gave a presentation on some of my research work on semiconductors, a great honor for me. I relished the opportunity to rub shoulders with some of the most eminent scientists in China. Throughout these meetings I took advantage of the caliber of attendees, trying to glean further knowledge from them and ask for advice about where they thought the future of my research would lie.
I have been able to triumph no matter how difficult the competition and this has supplied me with many wonderful opportunities. In 1998, I achieved top marks in the highly competitive National Entrance Examination and was admitted to one of the best universities in China. During my 5 years as a student, I maintained a 3.8 GPA while handling a full complement of Physics courses. I eagerly completed more than 20 Physics courses while also having the unique advantage of being able to take optional courses. In China, the privilege to take optional courses is granted to only a few students—those that the university feels can handle the additional load and go the extra mile to expand their education. I was one of those rare students. In fact I was one of only 50 among five thousands to be given the privilege.
Upon entering university, and being surrounded by such gifted individuals and noted scholars, I was inspired. I promised myself to make the very most from this great opportunity presented to me. Every morning I made a habit of being first to class to secure the best vantage point to listen and observe, and the last to leave after asking the professors the questions that would inevitably arise from the stimulating subject matter. I tried to act like a sponge and soak up every drop of knowledge I could. For me, simply scoring excellent grades wasn't good enough. My goal was to integrate the knowledge I learned and synthesize it into a holistic view.
Despite a busy teaching and research schedule, I never lost the desire for continued study. In 1998, I participated in the national test for graduate student admission, and was accepted as a Master's student at the XXX University. As a result of my exceptional ranking, I was assigned to one of the most distinguished professors. During my graduate studies I focused on polymer material science and researched the synthesis of X material. In addition, I devoted my efforts to a project researching preparation methods for Y pigment. This project resulted in a new method for producing XY pigment from waste, generating increased profits for factories producing this product.
A successful chemist must possess a strong grasp of inter-related disciplines so that he or she may be able to solve creatively whatever problems that may surface during the research process. I demonstrated this quality in a graduate project requiring me to extract a substance and analyze the resulting kinetics and thermodynamics. Drawing from my knowledge of biochemistry and bio-substance analysis, I spent many hours in the laboratory, brainstorming, recording, observing and experimenting. I even designed a micro-equipment to facilitate the research process. Though the work was intellectually grueling, it forced me to think creatively in order to make significant headway in my research.
My captivation by programming was confirmed when I was admitted to B University. Finally able to see the product of all my hard work in high school, I compiled and executed the BASIC programs I had written. The results were enchanting, and I knew immediately that computers would be a part of my life from then on. I supplemented my engineering curriculum with numerous programming courses such as Computer Languages, Computational Methods, and Microprocessor Systems. My talent for programming made these classes relatively easy, and I achieved high marks in all of them. In auditing upper-division courses in the Computer Science department, like Data Structures, Operating Systems, and Discrete Mathematics, I acquired a strong foundation in the concepts and methods of computer programming. My enthusiasm ignited as I became aware of the possibilities the real-world application of my major.
Having laid my commitment long ago, I chose industrial engineering as my major without hesitation. In my early college years, I first amassed a systematic and comprehensive knowledge of industrial engineering. Then, by adding statistics and probability theory into my intellectual repertoire, I armed myself with analytical tools. Inevitably, I could easily analyze data, induce patterns, and infer future trends. Later, in the course Operation Research, I incorporated optimization theory and practice. Maximizing profits from limited resources, my abilities were reinforced using MIS as a forceful tool. With a basis of understanding and an arsenal of applicable tools, I felt prepared for more advanced studies and practice. In advanced courses and electives, I continued to build my knowledge with courses such as Industrial Economics, Operation Research, Engineering Management, Decision Models, and Information Systems.
After four years of study, my appetite for knowledge had not been satisfied. Upon receiving high scores in the graduate entrance examination, I was admitted to C University, the premier research institute of Bio-chemical science and engineering in China. Having developed the unique ken and discipline required for independent research, I initiated research of the micro-encapsulation of lard in my junior year. At the time, many pressing problems faced the manufacture of powdered oil. The objective of my work was to gauge efficiency and yield when soy protein was isolated. My query required fundamental research on the emulsion and the interaction between food polymers.
I am grateful for the quality education I have received during my undergraduate studies in this institution. Indeed, the wide array of knowledge I acquired throughout my four-year program provided me with a thorough background of the fundamental theories in communication and related knowledge. I further built on these theories during my internship in electronics, working for a local toy manufacturer. As an assistant in the Research and Development department, my duties included designing electronic devices for toys, thus allowing me to acquire, early on, first-hand practical knowledge in the electronics industry. My meticulous work was later rewarded as I became the first university student recipient of the Technician License from the licensing bureau.
I graduated with an overall GPA of 4.0 and was immediately offered a position as an instructor at the department. Believing in the Chinese adage that to teach is to learn, I viewed teaching as a continual quest for academic excellence both for myself and for students. My teaching was extremely rewarding since my students continually presented a challenge to me and I sincerely enjoyed our mutual discourse. In the constant exchange of questions and answers, my students and I all learned. Soon, however, I felt that in order to be a better teacher, I needed further training. This awareness resulted in the decision to embark on postgraduate training in the MIS field, which brings together computer science, quantitative analysis techniques and business management.
The stock market has always intrigued me and I was ecstatic to be chosen to assist my professor in a project preparing a company for its listing. I proceeded to read any available book on the stock market and specifically on accounting for marketable securities. I indulged myself in the task and made numerous important contributions to the extensive project. After two months of working under the guidance of my professor, I had obtained a thorough understanding of accounting for securities and had also gained much needed valuable research experience.
My university years extended considerable benefit to me. I believe that I benefited enormously from the value it placed on the acquisition of independent research skills. In my last year of undergraduate study, my independent research interests led me to the problems and processes in China's taxation regime. These proved particularly fascinating to me and led to my award-winning research paper, "Suggestions on Improving Taxation Accounting", in which I outlined certain problems with China's current tax system by comparing it with the successful Japanese system.
Taking full advantage of working with the top research team in my university, I deepened my comprehension of the major theoretical basis of applied chemical reaction engineering and built an appreciation for chemical processes and applied chemical kinetics. I was also given the chance to design and conduct independent research, something undergraduate students rarely had permission to do. When most of my classmates were busy recording the data of other people's experiments, I was busy carrying out my own original work and thus learned how to think critically in a research setting.
I am self-driven and motivated to enrich my theory and laboratory skills through research. After only two months of trial and error, I was able to synthesize benzoxazine by a new method. Although many of my colleagues doubted the existence of a new method after many disappointing results and inconclusive research, my persistence in finding one that was not conventional or previously studied led me to a precursor to developing a phenol resin that had excellent mechanical properties. This method of breaking open cyclic benzoxazine for the precursor and cross-linking the precursors under room temperature was researched and finally found in a patented document.
A key to my undergraduate study was a special training class I selected, aimed primarily at improving students' ability to construct models. This special training ended up benefiting me a lot as I learned how to analyze data, construct models, and solve practical problems using economic tools. I believe this course allowed me to cross a significant threshold as a student. Instead of just memorizing facts in books, as I had before, I began to see the big picture and see how textbook knowledge could be used in a practical sense. When the time came to write my undergraduate thesis I felt this maturation paid dividends. I chose to write on topic W without any hesitation, though it seemed a bit daunting to most of my peers. In the following months, I devoted myself to the arduous work of data collecting, processing and model construction. The results were worth it, though, as my thesis won an "A" grade. However, I believe the greatest gains were really the strides made in my capability to apply theory to practice and an increased interest in applied economics.
English is one of my strong points. I have taken great efforts in studying English and have achieved remarkable progress. I received excellent scores in both the CET-4 and CET-6 and received a Business English Certificate from Cambridge University. My high TOEFL and GRE scores also reflect my proficiency in the language. To practice my spoken English, I often go to the English corner at my University to talk with foreign students. I volunteered my time at the APEC meeting held in Shanghai this year and was pleased that I could use my English to effectively communicate with the foreign guests. Also, I regularly read economic works written in English in addition to many foreign economic journals. For these reasons, I believe that I have little trouble adapting to studying in an English environment.
I took on several part-time jobs upon entering university so that I could achieve financial independence. I tutored two high-school students who were preparing for the National College Entrance Test as well as assisted in a freshmen lab class. I initially chose to teach because those types of jobs were available to me and would help me pay the bills. However, I was pleasantly surprised when I realized the other non-material rewards. First, I became more confident because I knew that I could express myself clearly. Second, when I had to teach students rather dry material, I was forced to use my creativity to put an interesting spin on things so as to maintain their attention. Also, teaching forced me to learn a lot. Finally, I found teaching to be enjoyable because it empowered students.
I chose automation as my major for its interdisciplinary nature. Founded in the combined strength of automatic control, mechanics, electronics, and computer science, this genre does away with the narrow-mindedness inherent in the pursuit of studies in a single area. Due to my diligence and enthusiasm for the subject matter, I outperformed most of my classmates. My GPA was consistently among the highest in my department, which resulted in many scholarships. By a quick glance at my transcripts you will find that I have a healthy appetite for the field of electronics and strong academic competence.
Four years of undergraduate study were extremely fruitful. My course work allowed me to apply the techniques and tools acquired through self-learning and practical work to solve real problems. Undertaking such course work offered many interesting challenges and enhanced my analytical capability, in addition to my ability to express myself clearly and concisely. My university recognized my devotion to studies when I was granted "Outstanding Student" scholarships every year for academic excellence. My average GPA ranked second in my class.
Embarking upon the graduate program allowed me to pursue my academic interests with renewed vigor. My outstanding research skills and academic capacity singled me out among some 100 applicants for admission. As one of the foremost teaching and research institutes in the country, the highly competitive and stimulating environment daily boosted my fascination of manufacture engineering and quickly helped me to develop a comprehensive knowledge of the fundamental principles of my subject of choice. The intense course program covered a diverse range of topics such as operating system (UNIX), TCP/IP networking, advanced and distributed database, and object-oriented design. I have also placed much emphasis on Computer Integrated Manufacturing while majoring in Mechanical Manufacture Automation. As an MCSE (Microsoft Certified System Engineer), my proficiency in computer science contributed considerably to my success as a research assistant.
I was offered jobs at multinational corporations after I completed my graduate studies, but I was confident enough to turn the offers down as I knew I would best be able to stretch my wings, research-wise, by staying on campus. It proved to be an excellent decision since I have prospered professionally at the National Laboratory, pursuing my talents in developing communication networks. My major achievement so far has been leading a research project on the Wireless Communication Protocol. I independently realized the most demanding, complex part of the project. To my huge satisfaction and pride, not only did tests prove its performance and reliability compared favorably with counterpart products in the Western countries, but the whole project was completed ahead of schedule as well.
Having experience in teaching was very useful in leading a group professionally. I taught C++ in the Electrical Engineering Department. To impart knowledge effectively I needed to encourage the involvement of the students and help them to take a pro-active approach to the learning process. My huge endeavors resulted in a 19% jump in the national computer test passing rate for the students. Many students therefore gained advantage in securing jobs after graduation.
As a research assistant and a teaching assistant, I guided the undergraduate students with their studies and graduation projects, corrected their homework and papers. Through directing others I advanced my own study by acquiring opportunities to look from another person's perspective. However, there is still much to be learnt and my motivation to continue my education, far from being relaxed after this realization, has been enhanced.
After graduation, I was accepted into the highly selective Master's Program in the Finance Department. A broadening of academic horizons and specialization of expertise marked my graduate studies. I excelled in courses that examined the theories and methodologies of finance and economics. I also devoted a considerable amount of time to learning such subjects as accounting and banking. This extensive knowledge provided me with a solid foundation upon which to conduct research.
New environments have always challenged me to succeed. My first four years at the University were the most important phase in my life. Through the tutelage of my instructors, I widened my horizons and developed a mature personality. I enjoyed sharing perspectives with my fellow students and applying economic theories to even the simplest of daily tasks. I consistently took first place in academic competitions and was nominated as "Exemplary Student" three times. My English flourished, and I began to win English competitions. I found opportunities to take part in sports and volunteer organizations. These opportunities proved enormously rewarding in ways I am only now beginning to appreciate.
During my undergraduate years, my GPA was of an average level and I was by no means the best student in the class. However, I feel I had an advantage over those people who were content merely with doing well in exams in that I had more hands-on experience and relevant skills. For example, I joined a research group designing a new model for high efficiency heat exchange.
In the graduate program, I greatly improved both my research and teaching skills and won an Excellent Student scholarship, an honor conferred upon only the most promising and distinguished students. In addition, my internship at a local company caused my department to confer the Advanced Student Internship on me, which distinguished me from my colleagues and bestowed on me a high degree of recognition and academic success.
Because of a strong interest in exploring the intricacies and complex relationships in receptor response, I devoted myself to the study of pharmacology. My strength in this area was soon recognized and the professor picked me to serve as the course representative in our grade. I further won an opportunity to assist the professor in his lab work, which was extremely rare among undergraduate students. I was not daunted by long hours of monotonous and tedious work, such as cleaning test tubes, preparing specimen animals and all sorts of solutions, and recording, because I cherished the rare opportunity to hone my skills in scientific experimentation. I paid careful attention to how the data I helped collect was further analyzed and integrated into a research project.
To rise from an obscure backwater town to a prestigious university was an achievement that I was keen to capitalize on, and I tackled my studies with vigor. Although I initially lagged far behind my classmates, even not knowing the basic key functions that the lecturers took for granted, I made such rapid progress due to my sedulous studying after class that, by the end of the first semester, I was one of the top students in the class. In the second semester, I was awarded the Institute's prestigious First Scholarship as the top student of the year.
Academic excellence characterized my undergraduate studies at the university. I was awarded the title "Most Outstanding Student". I was not only outstanding in my major subjects but in other courses as well, including the Universities English Course. My course marks were consistent A's which permitted further research in the Engineering Laboratory Department.
On campus, surrounded by the country's best students and professors, I flourished academically. In addition to acquiring a strong theoretical basis in both engineering and computer science, I developed my ability to manipulate information, to abstract knowledge from information, and improved my problem-solving skills.
With the highest score entering the university, you might expect that I would naturally choose to go into Sociology, my most favored discipline. But there was a twist. While I had the choice of all the best universities, the university authority, to my chagrin, was to decide what I should study in the 4 years to come, namely, Economics. The consideration was that economics in the booming age calls for the best talents. That decision to me, however, was a dream shattered. My subsequent effort to transfer into my desired program was a long and heartbreaking story. I was powerless in the face of rigid rules and laws in the Chinese education system. But I decided that my passion for Sociology was not to be stifled.
Computers became not only a subject to study, but my passion. They became a way to release my creative energies and see tangible results. When my project tutor became ill and had to take a leave of absence, I sought out the reference materials myself and worked cooperatively with my partner.
I am well aware that studying abroad presents many challenges, but I am confident that the English language will not be one of these challenges when studying at the university. I have always excelled at English studies, and I am proud of my fluency in both written and spoken forms of the language. Indeed, I relish the opportunity of studying in an entirely English-speaking environment. My TOEFL and GRE scores are clear evidence of my ability in this regard.
One further fact I would like to bring to the attention of the Admissions Committee is that my English standard test scores are not very good. In explanation of this, I would like to point out that as a busy department director, I had very little chance to study, and had to rely purely on my everyday on-the-job English rather than special study. In fact, I am entirely confident that my English ability is quite sufficient for the proposed study. I frequently work with native English speakers, and routinely read business literature and technical documents in English. I am more than willing to take another TOEFL test if you feel that further proof of my English level is required.
Aside from my abilities in science and mathematics, my English language ability is one of my most valuable assets. As a high school student, my English scores had been such that I was entered for CET-4, normally taken by second year university students. Sitting the test with university sophomores, I was surprised when I surpassed all of them when the results were published. I therefore resolved to enter the highest national English exam, CET-6. Although only a senior high school student at the time, and busy with the preparation for University Entrance Examinations, I got a score that was better than most senior undergraduate students.
Recognizing English as the lingua franca of international business, I applied diligently myself to studying it, with remarkable success. I passed both Band 4 and Band 6 of the National College English Test with high grades, and carried away impressive scores on the TOEFL and GRE exams. I also took the Cambridge Business English Certificate Level Two, and was one of fewer than a hundred Chinese students able to pass that year. Studying for the Cambridge exam improved not only my language ability, but also my understanding of the world of business. I am certain that my English fluency will ensure that I can adapt to an English-speaking study environment with ease.
Grasping English was a real challenge for me since my first foreign language was Japanese. First, I chose some English courses offered by the English Department. When I had gained the basic vocabulary and grammatical rules, I started to teach myself. In order to learn it as quickly as possible, I utilized multimedia equipment. After two months I could write, comprehend and use 3,500 words. I was so stirred. In the next ten months, I made even greater progress. At the end of that year I succeeded in passing Level 4 of the National English Test, for which an average student would spend a few years studying. I got so pleased, even proud of myself, for the success of my choice, which inevitably boosted my self-confidence and determination.
My added proficiency in English saw me successfully cooperating with foreign engineers to design and develop a Health Insurance System that was to be later used throughout that country. I solely carried out the task of designing the main processing module, as I was the only one who could understand the high-level technical English in the reference documents relating to software such as Windows NT, Oracle, Informix and Powerbuilder. I was pleased to note that the project met with the rigorous standards of the authorities, and was awarded a 95 percent for low error rates and high efficiency.
As my major focus has always been international relations, I have aggressively pursued foreign language study to complement my major requirements. Recently I passed both the Band 4 and Band 6 state-administered College English Test. After this achievement, I went on to attain the Business English Certification of Cambridge University. While my TOEFL score is still pending, I am confident that I prepared well and performed excellently. English is the language of International Business and as such, the study and use of it will always play an important part in my life.
At graduate school, I delved into many research opportunities offered, convinced that only through hands-on experience would I come to know intimately about rocks and their relationships with man-made structures. Soon, I had developed a consistently high standard in conducting independent research.
To enhance my understanding of sociological issues, I have read widely in the field, studying both standard texts and recent articles in important periodicals. I have found particular interest in reading materials on sociology collected and constantly updated by the university that boasts the very best sociological program in China. My science background provides me with a sound background in terms of research techniques, which I am currently applying to sociological matters.
I excel in Mathematics and Physics, which play important roles in mastering Information Science. I earned the only perfect grade in the whole department in Advanced Mathematics, and regularly received the highest score in Physics. In fact, I have won the first prize in the National College Physics Competition among students from China's top universities. I am proficient in written and oral English. I was in the most advanced English class, where my scores were always among the top five. I got an excellent score in the national English tests CET-4 and CET-6. My conversational English is outstanding, especially with the guidance of my college English teacher, who is an American.
My technical English proficiency was enhanced by using many advanced computer software programs in the testing of models or in designing evaluation programs. Furthermore, I am proficient in spoken and written English, having worked as an interpreter for visiting scholars and translated a host of Internet documents from English into Chinese. My GRE verbal score and TOEFL score serve as further testament to my language ability. Hence I am confident that I will be able to adapt quite easily to an all-English research environment, communicating my insights and sharing my research experiences with fellow colleagues. In this way, I hope to contribute significantly to your research program.
My academic achievements are proof of my commitment to my goals, hard work and perseverance. The high scores earned throughout high school and university attest to my knowledge and good foundation in material science. My ability to interact well with and acquire support from individuals and groups demonstrates my well-rounded and sociable nature. Equipped with these qualities and a passion for material science, I believe I have the best fundamentals for pursuing a master's degree in the field.
I showed a flair for computer programming. In the course of designing a microprocessor, I had to program a data-transferring program. Technical problems abounded, but I devised a simple yet unique method to debug the program, and completed the debugging in just a matter of two hours.
My positive outlook towards my work, and life in general, has enabled me to learn new skills quickly, and to meet the high performance standards required by a multi-national corporation like Microsoft. In the short span of two years, I have been promoted twice, obtained four team awards, and an excellent performance evaluation. Thus, although I lack adequate research experience, I am confident that I would be able to meet the rigorous standards demanded by an academic program such as yours.
It is my conviction that a successful engineer is not just one who is skilled and knowledgeable in his field, but just as importantly, one who is able to lead and motivate his team-members. I exhibited such leadership qualities in the course of my research career. Once, a research team tried to overcome the unstable and unpredictable effects of their device to no avail, despite experimenting with methods such as the use of an adaptive filter or a neural network. I helped them detect the problem, which came from a component whose temperature characteristic was not as linear as shown in the test model. Replacing the errant component with two components of an inverse temperature characteristic, I managed to solve the problem which had nagged my colleagues for two whole months.
I became increasingly more aware that excellent academic records alone were not sufficient for someone with his eyes set on displaying his research potential. Any opportunity to develop a credible level of expertise in order to conduct experiments needed to be seized. To that end, I volunteered as a senior student to assist in the polymer chemistry laboratory; I was the only undergraduate to do so. Soon I had to submit myself to the disciplines of conducting experiments, like repeating tests following different procedures and formulations, learning what was a useful experiment and what was not. Gradually, my experiment implementation skills gained a solid foundation. I also learned how to defend my theories by conveying my ideas clearly and systematically, and so my presentation skills were also enhanced over the months.
The most important thing I have learned in my university years is the modern methodology behind chemistry research, which is essential to my future work. I learned a lot while designing the improvement to the measurement of electrode potentials in physical chemistry, eradicating problems and designing devices to control the operation. After constant tests and re-evaluations, I increased the electrode potential accuracy from 0.01v to 0.001v compared with reference material. Through this work in my junior year, I learned the basics of chemistry research, which really stimulated me. But the experiments also first opened my eyes to how research facilities in China seriously lag behind those in the west.
Building on this valuable experience, I went on to partake in numerous additional projects, allowing me to use and build my practical knowledge and skills base. The highly competitive environment within our department drove me to succeed, resulting in my possessing an average GPA ranking in the top ten percent throughout my undergraduate studies. This contributed to my being bestowed with a string of academic awards, including the Excellent Student Scholarship, First Prize of Undergraduate Challenger Cup, and the Second Prize of Undergraduate Student Scientific Research.
With a fervent desire for greater knowledge of new materials and a fascination with the marvels of the natural world, I devoted myself to the study of Physics. I joined our city's Physics Competition and won second prize out of six hundred students elected from every school. With my excellent University Entrance Examination results, I was offered a place within the Physics Department, choosing Materials Physics as my major.
Throughout my studies I took an active role in the extracurricular activities of the college. In line with my desire for a career in mass media, I undertook a position in the college radio station, where I became familiar with the workings of an active radio station and developed my expertise in program design and journalism. Being a program host helped me gain the confidence and maturity necessary for successful live chat and discussion shows covering current international topics. My show proved to be highly popular, receiving much praise both from students and faculty. I also participated in the college's newspaper, drafting a new column entitled "Campus Express". This position offered me the responsibility of designing, running and hosting radio programs, and also provided me with the opportunity to express my creativity and outgoing personality.
While most other college students in China are fully supported by their families and only need to worry about their grades, I often had to get up in the wee hours of the morning to work and earn my tuition and living expenses, and I could not go to bed until midnight making up for the lost study time. In the beginning, I could hardly handle such an exhaustive schedule and was tired all the time. As a consequence, I had mediocre academic records for the first year and a half. However, during this period, I progressively mastered certain extracurricular skills such as cooking in a restaurant, manufacturing machine parts and selling produce in a supermarket. As it took less time and energy for me to make a living, I devoted more time to my studies.
I developed my interest in the financial world by investing in the stock market in my third year in university with money borrowed from my parents. Investing cautiously and prudently, I was able not only to make a profit, but also to return to my parents the money they had paid for my entire university education.
In addition to my undergraduate academic studies, I actively participated in numerous extracurricular activities. For four years I held the position of President of the Student Association in our department, with the responsibilities of organizing social, charity, and recruitment events. I helped set-up a volunteer counseling group for local elementary school children, advising them on their study and personal problems. Through this, I demonstrated and further improved my time management, leadership and team skills. However, it was my involvement in the "Hope Project", a widely renowned poverty alleviation program aimed at providing assistance for child development in deprived rural areas, that I found most interesting. Through my participation in organizing appeals, we successfully helped ten children resume their studies. My performance won the award for Outstanding Student Cadre for the four consecutive years.
I accepted an offer as a teaching assistant for a computer programming class and dedicated much time and heart into making the course a valuable experience to those getting acquainted with this type of scholarly work. Not only was I able to offer students a valuable course but I also used this time to enhance my communication and social skills.
My interests and knowledge in fine arts and swimming allowed me to thrive in an environment of teamwork, leadership, and physical and mental strength; and through my relationships and responsibilities, my view of the world broadened. This experience has instilled in me a set of values characterized by honesty, humility, hard work and a sense of altruism.
Throughout every work or classroom experience that I have had, I have maintained my belief that teamwork is the essence of success. I realize that the potential of a group is much more than the potential of an individual. As an individual who is patient, cooperative, and trustworthy, I have been referred to as a model team leader. I have been elected by my peers for the past few years to act as the liaison between the academic staff and the students, as well as the president of the Student Association of Future Leaders. In these positions, I trained myself to organize social gatherings, direct and manage educational lectures, and work as a problem-solver on a more professional level. Due to my dedication to my elected position, I was awarded the "Excellent Student Leader" scholarship.
Far from an academic recluse, I was a visible presence among the students. In my junior year, I was elected as the chief of Student's Daily Affairs in the Student Union and I was proud to serve my fellow students. Abiding to my constituents needs, my administrative service met measurable success with school authorities, i.e. the reduction of meals prices and the extension of library hours. My first experience in public service reinforced my previous notions of public policy and added confidence in my abilities.
While heavily involved in my coursework studies, I participated enthusiastically in a wide range of extracurricular activities. In order to nurture an auspicious Law Family ambience where students and teachers of different backgrounds can enjoy a cross-fertilization of ideas, we initiated "Academic Luncheor Salon". This personable approach to academics has been well received in the Law School. Our success drew the attention of the professors, and even jurisprudence and foreign experts. Working in this academic salon allowed me to demonstrate my skills in recruiting, presentation, and organization, but also, it enhanced my understanding and command of court tactics and legal concepts that are of primal importance in my pursuit of Master's studies in your university.
I started to get involved in several activities outside of the classroom. I felt that the theories of sociology would be easier understood, and could be more smoothly amalgamated into a holistic picture, through having a variety of life's experiences. One such project that became immensely rewarding for me was taking part in the PR Department of the Student Union. My responsibilities encompassed organizing the project "lectures on quality-oriented education". This involved liaising with professors, scholars and experts in the fields of Economics, History and Mathematics. This series of lectures served our student body well and also improved my independent working ability and communication skills. All of these experiences have undoubtedly enriched me and made me a much more astute observer of people and their interactions.
I have enjoyed discussion and exchange of ideas regarding economic policy, so I organized a timed economic forum held every two weeks, attended by more than a hundred people, while I served as the Events Coordinator for the Student Union. After thorough study of the functions of the stock market, I organized a mimic stock market in my university. Because of the lack of sophisticated computer software for a stock exchange, I participated in the editing of a new program. The mimic stock exchange was a huge success and attracted numerous students and teachers from all the departments of the university to participate.
Outside academic pursuits, my main interest is practicing the Chinese traditional exercise Kongfu, which I learned when I was young and have kept up with ever since. Intellectual study can be very demanding, but I believe the marshal art has helped build up my endurance, kept me fit and cultivated within me the positive attitude necessary to confront frustrations and challenges.
As a sophomore, I was nominated as a student union vice president candidate. After strict scanning by the university authority, delivering a campaign speech, and answering spot questions of the election committee and audience, I was elected vice president. During my tenure, I planned and organized several general social activities including the annual festivals of culture and art, and summer term internships, which attracted a majority of teachers and students.
To achieve a more rounded education, I actively took part in numerous extracurricular activities. I have been practicing the violin for the past eight years. I was an active member of the chorus, the most well known in the city. Music is a beneficial study aid, because it relaxes me and temporarily distances me from the strains of the course, so that I am refreshed and more alert when I go back to study. Additionally, music has, I believe, exercised my creativity and abilities to work individually and within a team.
To put my learned skills into practice, I spent my summer and winter vacations writing and editing transcripts for an English news station which broadcasted programs over both radio and TV. Due to my strong English skills and motivation I was rewarded with an opportunity to head a news column written in English and published over the worldwide web. This was truly an honor for me, as this important project was sponsored by the largest organization of development in China. This job has given me an opportunity to review first-hand materials on the lives of people in western provinces. Through my work, I have not only become more sensitive to the living conditions in the less developed regions but have also managed to drastically improve my English writing and translation skills.
I regularly wrote articles for the University computer journal on the basic operations and configurations of Windows XP. This endeavor allowed me to develop writing skills and, through explaining complex principles to others, deepen my understanding of computing. On the basis of my academic performance and my well-founded reputation within the journal, I was also invited to draft and teach a basic training program in operating systems and software installation to more than a hundred students at a local high school.
My fondness for dabbling in all kinds of activities has given me a lot of practical experience. I had an opportunity to practice public speaking when I took part and won first prize for an English lecture contest for non-English majors. I polished my leadership skills as a student representative, the chairman of the department's student union, and the captain of the college basketball team. Putting my heart into these positions, I received the awards of "Excellent Student Leader" and "Excellent Athlete". And I was given the chance to relate my academic knowledge to realistic experience when I was chosen by my department to write marketing plans and social surveys for a local clothing company and a real estate company.
A vivid memory I have is taking part in a Teaching over the Internet contest. To compete in the contest, previous teaching experience and knowledge of long-distance communication software design and implementation issues were required. Winning a medal strengthens my belief that the Internet is destined to become a key to the future. However, my experiences with this contest, in the workplace, and all my research indicate that the Internet is not equally developed in other areas of the world. Bringing successful network design technologies and implementation strategies back to China is of utmost importance. With further study in Network Security and Data Communications I can help do this, and I am ready to continue my studies at your university.
I believe in the philosophy that a balanced lifestyle is necessary to sustain a happy life, and also to maintain a sharp focus on the contributions you want to bring to the world. It was with this in mind that I involved myself in a myriad of extracurricular activities. I immensely enjoy several sports such as basketball and table tennis, the challenge of competition, and the camaraderie and friendships that inevitably evolve from these activities. Listening to music and dabbling in Chinese drawing are also my favorite pastimes. My activities are not limited, however, to individual pursuits. I became involved in the Student Union and participated in the organization of a variety of activities to enrich students' lives on campus.
Not confining myself merely to study, I strove to develop myself in all areas. I therefore played a major part in campus activities. I was the Vice President of the Student Union, and also captained the university basketball team. These extracurricular activities greatly enhanced my leadership ability and initiative, and provided a healthy balance to my academic pursuits.
When I arrived at college, I was a formless mound of clay. However, through hard work and by opportunity, I was able to make myself into an excellent student and a professional researcher. I also was able to hone my leadership and computer skills, two necessities in today's business world. Last summer, as elected representative of students in my department, I organized a summit for real estate education. Together with students from that city, we visited several government bureaus and many successful real estate companies to learn firsthand what the real world was like. Also of note, many of the databases in the school's department were set up and conducted by a few classmates and me. Because of my computer skills and leadership abilities, I was given the distinction of excellent graduate and the opportunity to assist new students become familiar with college life.
Over the course of my academic career, I have striven to be a well-rounded and contributing member of my society through extracurricular involvement. Amidst a tight schedule, I always found the time to develop skills in other areas, constantly participating in college activities. I feel that a life spent solely in the lab will not only deprive one of the feeling of being alive but will eventually cause one to be less efficient at work. I was the vice-chairman of the University Student Union, an Advanced Mathematics teaching assistant, host to visiting students, and a member of the university Movie Club.
I was active in various kinds of activities when in the college. I was one of the founders of the English club and the college orchestra. I was also the conductor of the college's choir. These activities trained me to be efficient, to cooperate with others and to manage a group.
No bookworm at the institute, despite exam achievements, I took part in a wide range of extracurricular activities, especially in sports, where I became one of the stars in track and field, specializing in middle distance running. I was careful, however, to never let my sporting activities impede my academic development.
As the newly elected chairman of these various councils, I aimed to restructure and develop improved and more useful activities and meetings. Forums and discussions were organized to give the student body a more broad and diverse insight into the topics at hand. I embarked to obtain the best guest lectures and the most highly qualified speakers to address the student body. Through these exercises I found it necessary to communicate and understand many different views and perceptions of both students and guest speakers.
Engineering is a study in uniting theory and practice. It requires a philosophical viewpoint, an ability to make bold intuitive leaps, and meticulous tinkering in order to bring the theoretical into reality. As a sophomore, I joined the Manufacturing Society of the Aeronautics and Astronautics Department. There, I refined my natural talents in this area and engaged in profitable professional exchanges with my colleagues. We often talked about common interests and collaborated to work on such projects as robotic fish and a coaxial helicopter.
Extracurricular activities complemented my academic life. Campus life was colorful and I took every opportunity to actively participate. As the class monitor and academic officer of the Student Union, I personally organized numerous activities to encourage school spirit and enliven student life on campus. This was a responsibility which required leadership skills and the ability to work in a team. Through this experience I have also honed my ability to speak in front of a group and delegate tasks. I am sure these assets will also be beneficial to my graduate career.
I have always believed that perseverance can make one more eligible and qualified. In the first campus sports competition after my entrance to university, no one in our class competed in the women's 10,000-meter race, one of the most exhausting events. Although I am not physically strong, I possess a great desire to take on challenges. I subsequently got up at five every morning, whatever the weather conditions, to begin my intensive training routine. In my third year, I ran in this grueling race, standing for my class. I tried my best, completed the race, but received no prize. Rather than losing spirit, I pushed myself even further. Another year passed and in the fourth campus track meet, I reached second place. This accomplishment was an enormous confidence booster, demonstrating that I could achieve anything if I set my mind to it.
My classroom learning was constantly supplemented by outside sources garnered from readings in both Chinese and English. I read academic and professional materials in English avidly. In my spare time, I often was called upon to translate technical documents from Chinese into English and twice was asked to translate feasibility studies by the Communications Department of the local government.
While I have always given my studies and research full attention, I am nevertheless no bookworm, and have been actively involved in a wide range of extra-curricular activities. To unwind from tedious study, I play the saxophone in the school brass band, and my interest in music and the arts has led to me being appointed student administrator for the performing arts. In this capacity I have been involved in directing a variety of performances.
The program of teaching Chinese to foreigners placed special importance on English proficiency. My university is truly an international school where the majority of students come from abroad to study Chinese. This multicultural environment provided me with abundant opportunities not only to practice my English, but also to exchange ideas with international students. This experience was a definite asset when I applied to work at international companies.
With a can-do attitude and excellent communication skills, I have a knack for motivating others. This, I believe, is a fundamental asset for any business executive. As an executive, I would articulate a clear goal and the significance of its realization within a strategic framework, thus instilling a strong sense of pride into the minds of my associates. I would also delegate as much authority and responsibility as possible to my associates. People under my leadership usually feel that I have full confidence in them. This approach tends to bring the best out of everybody by encouraging creativity and imagination. The result is assured efficiency and productivity.
My academic success led to employment at PetroChina, the country's flagship oil refinery. There, I embodied determination and pursuit of excellence through research on the fatigue properties of high-pressure gas pipelines and their reliability in deserts. In order to gear our research directly to the needs of the oil field, I established a module to obtain data that exactly fitted the target environment. We collected an enormous amount of specimens for analysis. The painstaking research was very fruitful. We substantiated our research with a series of results, such as the crack growth process curves of the pipeline metal. Consequently, we succeeded in significantly extending the life span and reducing maintenance costs of these high-pressure gas pipelines. I had a sense of gratification when my discovery found its far-reaching application in the design, construction and maintenance of desert high-pressure gas transport pipelines.
I got a chance to work in the credit department on account of my previous work performance. It was a hard but rewarding experience. Since my work was to investigate the risk of credit and to supervise the use of loans, I often needed to check up on grain depositories, food factories and agricultural markets. I will always remember the first loan I issued. Three farm families planned to invest in their cotton fields. I suggested to them, however, that they grow strawberries and out-of-season vegetables given that their village was near the city and had easy access to market. After several months, they returned the loan and were making plans to join other farmers in founding a food-processing factory.
My company is one of the largest security companies in China. As Chief Financial Director, my main responsibility has been to oversee the execution of financial regulations and to analyze the financial status of the company together with three of my subordinates. To make full use of each individual's capability, I learned to allot assignments according to each person's strength. I realized the importance of not circumscribing their duties, and allowing employees to think independently. I have also developed my communication skills through working with colleagues from other departments, and these skills proved vital to ensuring the success of our operations.
Blessed with intellectual gifts and a formidable personality that helps me thrive as a professional even under the most stressful circumstances, I have several academic and professional triumphs to my name even at this early stage in my career. As an undergraduate, my sophomore project was so outstanding an achievement it was selected from about 220 course projects to be reserved as a classic model. At where I was employed as an engineer, such was the praise from my American boss that I was one of only two of my peers recommended for year-long training in the USA by the company.
In the course of my work at the hospital, I focused on learning about biomedicine as well as building the personal skills that mark a good doctor, such as caring for patients. While I had several chances to feel the joy of helping to cure a patient, I also experienced the helplessness that comes from seeing lives slip away. This despair only deepened my resolution to be an effective researcher in the fight against cancer.
I began a project centered on improving an algorithm of 3D-object morphing by conducting some work on cubic geometry and morphology. Though deprived of sufficient reference materials at initial stages regarding how to concave polyhedrons, through a step by step process, my application skills strengthened to the extent that I understood convex polyhedron as well as concave polyhedron theories. Through this work I got a taste for experimentation and research, implementing my own ideas. This led me to devote much time to pursuing courses and doing substantial independent study of digital signal processing, signals and linear systems. Two things excited me the most. First, advances in image processing technology hold the chance of more vivid picture quality without the need for more bytes. Second, new software can perfectly show pictures in a variety of formats.
While I was still a freshman, I began to work as a problem shooter part-time. As one of the youngest technicians in the after-sales service department, I learned how to deal with the practical issues surrounding computer implementations, and this viewpoint has greatly influenced my endeavors. I stood out in the company by assisting clients in interfacing our products with other products from different companies. Life is about solving practical problems, and through observing my more experienced colleagues, and a little determination and effort on my own part, I quickly learned how to do so. By asking advice and independently researching topics including Java code on my own, I was able to effectively help the users of our products, and within several months received accolades from the department head. I realized through this job that one of the most important aspects routinely left out of the computer equation is people.
I was made responsible for the development of a business to consumer e-commerce system. This is an on-going pioneering project, the first of its kind within any large Chinese corporation. It is a complex task using ASP and Visual Basic to design the entire system, which also involves a high degree of co-ordination between the banks, insurance agents and my own company. I have found this work to be particularly rewarding, being on the cutting edge of technology, and through it I have now developed a solid understanding of e-commerce, its technologies and theories.
More recently, I have been working for an American investment consulting company whose main business is to introduce overseas venture capital to China. My responsibilities include finding potential high-tech projects. To do this, I talk with experts and managers of IT companies, and investigate about four to six IT companies a month. I am proud to say that my hard work has brought about success again, and that three companies have successfully received seed funds and are starting their businesses off on a good foot.
Setting up an online shopping site was an avant-garde project for China back then. The site provided the company with a wealth of valuable experience in e-commerce. However, as it did not prove profitable like most e-commerce sites, the company cancelled the website. Nevertheless, it had achieved its ground-breaking purpose. I personally benefited from the project in acquiring both theoretical and practical knowledge of the workings of the Internet and of website design. The use of my successful section as a model for other employees was a significant personal triumph and a testament to my computer engineering skills. The experience also provided me with insights into the commercial applications of computer technology.
In preparing my plan I was careful to keep all the documents that the customers had given me, and to keep a detailed log of all the problems that I met in the system preparation. This enabled me to provide meticulously detailed answers to the technical questions that the clients were likely to ask. When I met the clients and presented them with my plan, my hard work paid off, and they were entirely satisfied with both the plan itself and with my answers to their questions. We won the contract, which was an extremely lucrative one, bringing great benefit to our company and enhancing our reputation in the industry.
Diverse experiences require broad knowledge and proficiencies to successfully traverse them, and my job at the accounting firm cultivated me with these qualities. Our client base was international in scope, and their operations crossed cultural boundaries. Providing financial service to them was not a single discipline, but required us to be acquainted with an abundance of laws and regulations. Taking on the task of giving the best service to our clients, I carried out intensive independent research on the different statutes of each country and situation. Affording our clients financial services according to various international policies, I coped with the inevitable problems that arose from this. And recognizing the advantages to our clients of one policy over another, I advised them of more suitable practices and created profitable solutions for them.
One of my early career achievements included utilizing the AutoCAD computer software package to design a water intake system from the river without affecting the present complex array of underground water pipes. At the time, no one in our organization knew the workings of the AutoCAD software. My knowledge then was limited at best. Undeterred, I immersed myself in whatever reference books were available, and taught myself from scratch. It was a painstaking process, for I often had to stay at the office until late in the night. Within a month, however, I submitted numerous drawings for the design and construction of pump stations and pipeline systems, much to my superiors' astonishment and delight. Following this, I even taught other colleagues the use of this AutoCAD software.
My achievements speak for themselves. I introduced a new product to the Chinese market. In only a year, I have led our company to occupy a third of the market. This was a major achievement, as we took our market share from Japanese and German competitors. I did this through thorough research and meticulous analysis of the market situation. Noticing that the quality of our products was similar to that of the rival products, yet our prices were much lower, I emphasized the comparable qualities of our products, and ensured that our clients could make the best of our products and optimize their production techniques.
My first experience was as an assistant production designer in a metal forming factory, an invaluable supplement to my education. I became familiar with the manufacturing process, activity planning, work budgeting, quality control, and workstation design. I learned theory and practice do not always correlate; disappointing results of sub-optimization, most likely due to shortsighted planning, were unable to be corrected. When comparing our output efficiency with those in several foreign companies we investigated, it was evident that our production systems did not meet the standards they held.
My job is to examine previously closed cases and decide if they were worthy of review by an appellate court. I have been doing this for a decade and it has not been without hardship. However, the accomplishments that I have gained have totally made up for the hours spent researching. I was presented awards for my work in a few noteworthy cases. One especially interesting case was migrant workers vs. construction company. Through my work, it was decided that the company slighted the peasant workers of a vast sum of money. The original verdict was obviously in the company's favor, and my decision that retrial was necessary attracted much attention because it challenged the power of money and protected the interests of the underprivileged.
However, an in-depth knowledge of the field must be matched by qualities of perseverance and dedication, for design projects can be arduous and time-consuming. I demonstrated these traits when I designed part of the main bridge, a key connecting hub of the districts on both sides of the river. My whole-hearted effort in designing the bridge's ramps, which are more than 500m long with multiple continuous beams, resulted in the project being completed in just two months, less than one-third the time it would normally take.
By undertaking this job, and the contact with hospitals and doctors that it has given me, I have had the opportunity to witness and gain an in-depth understanding of the condition of the health services. With upward-spiraling costs of medication and a downward trend in the quality of service provided by hospitals, the outlook does not look good. The government has recently done much to reverse this trend through its extensive reforms of the healthcare sector. Despite the success of these reforms, there is still much to be done. As a qualified doctor and somebody who cares, it is my strongest desire to be part of this reform.
At the height of China's open market initiative, this industry was a center of investment activity. Quickly establishing the city's local telecom infrastructure and its appeal to foreign investments was a priority, as well as one of my responsibilities. Within the team I specialized in the PSTN local network planning and configuration of Signaling Transfer Point (STP) deployment. Aside from designing a network that would accord with the city's new network, I had to lobby my proposal's technical and economical judgment to senior decision-makers. I'm proud to say, even today, my realized proposal runs smoothly without any traffic congestion. The experience critically taught me to relate social needs to innovative solutions.
I began as a communications software designer and now work as Product Manager in the Research and Development Department. During the last four years, I have engaged in in-depth research in the field of telecommunication networks, and have been involved in many major projects, often as project leader. I have undertaken the National Professional Qualification Examinations, and have been certified as Senior Programmer.
Initially I was responsible for coordinating support functions for our products. As time went by, I earned the trust and confidence of my superiors. I was gradually weaned away from the more mundane and included in the strategic business planning and forward-looking projects. One such project was establishing a Customs Bonded Warehouse. At the outset we ran into numerous problems, but through perseverance and a change in our thought process we ultimately succeeded. We rewrote our applications, expending funds to upgrade our original warehouse to international standards. In less than a year after securing the permit we have trebled both our profits and our number of clients.
My career experience attests to my innovative spirit and leadership ability. After graduation, I joined the Computer Technology Company, renowned for being tops in productivity and creativity. My initial work involved co-designing and co-developing several large-scale Management Information Systems. Impressed by the technical quality of my work and the effective ways in which I communicated my ideas, the management soon promoted me as project director, a position obtained by only a few high achievers among the hundreds of engineers in our company.
This new position brought new and greater challenges. With an already large and well established exporting base, it was my responsibility to manage and build upon these trade accounts whose combined value exceeds three million US dollars a month. Furthermore, I had to independently establish and maintain relations with our national and international trading partners. Initially, I found this an extremely daunting task. However I soon adapted to my new role and thrived within this new environment.
I understood, on the job, first-hand, the intricacies involved in foreign enterprises doing business in China, especially the extent to which our foreign trade policies enhanced or impeded their business operations. More significantly, for the first time I realized the important role that economics graduates like myself play as mediators between local government officials and foreign businessmen. As the company's customs clearance agent for two years, I took charge of clearing the import and export shipment out of customs and supervised the status of express shipments. I competently handled China's myriad customs clearance procedures, which would have had overwhelmed my foreign colleagues.
This particular project has provided me with numerous fond memories. Not only was it my first real-life research work, where I gained a significant knowledge of modern research techniques and theories, but also because it provided me with the opportunity to meet and exchange views with engineers at the forefront of their fields, both in China and in the United States. Judging by the positive results obtained, I truly believe that we would all benefit from more collaborations of this type between the east and west.
With a taste of professional practice, I hungered for more. I soon acquired part-time employment with Company G. Working there I truly synthesized my skills in computer programming, engineering, mathematics, and economics. My first responsibility was the development of software to value land in the Economic Development Zone. Prior to the software, land valuation was prey to subjective and erratic factors making the assessment inconsistent and unpredictable. A systematic, scientific method was urgently required. This proved easier said than done. After sifting through and quantifying endless variables effecting land value (i.e. proximity to school, hospital, bus station, streets), I then used an arsenal of software to develop the ultimate product. The finished product was an effective tool as its calculated land value closely matched the real price.
To me, being a CPA is very like being a detective who is trying to discover violations of the law. In the nearly six years that I have served as an accountant, I have enjoyed the work immensely. Earlier this year, I furthered my experience by joining a computer firm as its senior accountant. In that capacity, I drafted recommendations on how to improve inventory procedures, cash management, fixed assets allocation, and revenue management. This experience further widened the scope of my knowledge in accounting.
Following this initial experience, I undertook my senior thesis, which sought to develop an experimental intranet system for data management. I designed this system using Delphi, Java, and other development tools on a NT platform, which deepened my understanding of these tools. In development, I used object-oriented methods. I further employed the JAVA, Delphi, and SQL servers to develop a B/S based OA system, which allows authorized members to remotely access the main database. Access was secured with a security socket layer technology. My senior thesis summarized the concept, design, and the development of my system and compared the relative merits of the B/S and the C/S system used in OA.
I went on a field trip accompanying two French students of sociology in a study of ethnicities in southwest China. In the ten-day research work, we visited many Miao villages and families in which great numbers of first-hand materials were collected. In spite of transportation and dialect problems, I successfully assisted them in fulfilling the research. The process itself attracted me as a precious chance for me to get to learn some of the methodology used in social studies.
Wishing to put into practice the knowledge and skills that I had gained through my studies, I took every opportunity to partake in departmental research projects. During my fourth year of studies, I joined a research group developing technology for the treatment of wastewater. I initially found this a complex and daunting project, however, after spending a considerable amount of time and effort, my proposal to use sludge and microbes was adopted and we successfully completed the task on schedule. The results of our work received high praise from the professors within our department, who identified it as a high quality project. Through this experience, I gained a greater understanding of numerous research skills and methodologies and got to witness the workings of an active research laboratory.
While I had gained a broad foundation in the communications science, I still wanted to make my view more comprehensive and further develop my research potential. Applying to the National Key Laboratory, I ranked second out of about a thousand applicants. I decided to major in Intelligent Networks, which integrates modern communication systems with computer science. In my studies I voraciously took in as much information on communication system design as possible. Moreover, in working with top researchers changing the face of China's telecommunications industry, I gained insight into major issues confronting its growth and development.
For a year I worked as a research assistant in the Department of Electronic Science and Engineering. In the laboratory, my time and efforts would later culminate into my undergraduate thesis. At the time, the Department, cooperating with a major research institute, developed an acoustic dipole transducer. It had never been tested before and it was exciting times. Under the guidance and assistance of professors, I requested and accepted the challenge of developing the transducer, in spite of acoustics being my second major.
Creativity and imagination are necessary to propel the optoelectronics scientist towards cutting-edge technology. I demonstrated these attributes in my sophomore year when I devised a computer program to draw chaotic images. During the fall of my third year, I submitted this program as part of the university's extracurricular scientific works competition, not only clinching the second prize, but also being the only undergraduate to win any prizes. Subsequently, the novel chaotic images created by the computer program I designed attracted many students and faculty, stimulating among them a renewed interest in chaos theory.
As a full time research assistant, I was intricately involved in the Computer Aided Industry Design project, a key national science and technology program. My accomplishments included the design of a 3-D graph-picking algorithm that enhanced both the precision and the speed of the software by 200%. I also designed the intelligent command interpreter. My independent research in this project formed the basis for my dissertation on Human-Computer Interfaces, which received the distinction of excellence. This was to be the first of many independent research projects.
My university places a firm emphasis on gaining practical experience. Taking full advantage of this, I have spent the last summer working on developing high temperature alloys, under the tutelage of seasoned researchers from a variety of disciplines. Through asking numerous questions and benefiting from their experience I came to see how metallurgy, chemistry and physics come together in the development of new alloys. I was also able to make improvements to lab procedures that were time saving and useful. Realizing that coiling wires by hand was time consuming and ineffective, I designed a crochet machine that would do it quickly and I am working on designing a motorized version.
Etched into my mind is my first software developing experience as a junior student. I was the leader of a three-person group developing a mini operating system. I learned system design, module distribution, interface description and process controlling by consulting books, teachers and project partners. It was an extremely complicated task—I remember both the frustration when unexpected problems popped up which had to be carefully resolved, and the eventual triumph of our system running successfully. I knew what it felt like to wholeheartedly devote myself to achieving a hard goal.
A study trip to investigate the rural economics was one of the most significant events in my university life. The challenge was to focus on the dire economic circumstances of a rural area, dedicate myself to analyzing the structure of the county's economy and draw up proposals on how to improve the peasants' educational and living conditions. My conclusions centered on the feasibility of encouraging small-scale local factories, which make use of the abundant natural resources in the area, and the need for basic transport infrastructure, such as paved roads. These proposals were well received and partially implemented, making me even more determined to change the poverty and backwardness of the rural areas. My findings proved to me that analysis of how to develop poor, land-locked areas was absolutely essential to China's progress.
Throughout these four years, my professional experience saw me working for or in collaboration with multinational media corporations. It was during this period that my admiration for Western techniques of media analyses and the latest media technology developed. While I was engaged in assisting a world market research leader, I acquainted myself with the qualitative and quantitative research methods on market positioning, pricing, content and layout of the dummies and market testing. Such research practices based on scientific principles impressed me, for the final results could truly be relied on for their accuracy. Interacting with the foreign managers from the print media sector, I also realized the importance for companies to invest in state-of-the-art equipment in order to increase turnaround time and printing quality. Be it the press, video, digital TV, cable, satellite or the Internet, all forms of media can help make or break media companies in this new millennium. Hence, to succeed in the media world, it is imperative that I too advance my knowledge of scientific research methods and the latest media technology.
On the basis of my proven academic abilities, I was permitted to join a research team to design a television tower. This was a great privilege for me, for not only was I working on one of the tallest and most sophisticated buildings in the capital, but I was also presented with a rare and valuable opportunity to work alongside some of the most experienced and professional architects in the country. I therefore gained a wealth of practical knowledge at an early stage in my career, learning the technical difficulties, working methodologies, and logistics associated with large-scale projects such as these. Despite having built a fundamental understanding of architecture, this one experience highlighted that I did not possess the depth to become a successful designer. I therefore chose to continue my studies and enrolled into the graduate program of Architectural Design.
All of my undergraduate research culminated in my graduation paper. In this work, I regard banks as a special type of industry and set forth the idea that the modern banking system should work in accordance with the "modern enterprise system". The thesis goes on to put forth numerous suggestions on how to build this system in the transition period from planned economy to market economy. While my professors praised this thesis as very insightful, my later research has shown me that at that point I was only beginning to understand this very complex topic.
Inspired by increasing interest in my major, I began pursuing independent advanced research. The most important of this research was on China's foreign reserves. There was a popular view that more foreign reserves would be beneficial to the development of the Chinese economy. I put forth the idea that excessive foreign reserve will put too much pressure on the circulation of Chinese currency. More over, because China depends on foreign investment for economic development, excessive foreign reserves will only result in more opportunity costs. For the original ideas that I propose in this article, I was awarded the first prize of the academic thesis contest at my university.
My research at the Institute has granted me a great deal of expertise in a variety of research methods and facilities. Initially an assistant engineer in the Thermal Department, I quickly acquired the necessary knowledge and practical experience in the field of thermal control of satellites including satellite thermal design and thermal modeling software such as NEVADA and SINDA.
As a graduate student, I was specially selected by the university to intern at Control Systems Co. Ltd., to research anti-theft, alarm and other control systems. I joined the technical office involved in developing a system of charging water and gas rates using the IC-chip. I was assigned to design and build the management system, in which I am currently engaged. In this process I have to accurately calculate and balance many factors such as security, secrecy and system stability, with the pressure of knowing that the system I am designing will become an actual product. While the work is challenging, I find myself thriving under the pressure, and feel fully vindicated in my choice of career.
To hone my knowledge and contribute to my community, I teach at the community college. I believe teaching is a continual quest for academic excellence both within oneself and one's students. Currently I teach Money and Banking. I train the students using a theoretical approach combined with the practical approach of solving real problems. This job is truly rewarding. Students continually present a challenge to me and I sincerely enjoy our mutual discourse. In the constant exchange of questions and answers, my students and I all learn. I have fully developed my public speaking abilities and greatly improved my interpersonal skills. The dividends I have derived from teaching will undoubtedly facilitate my future business communication aptitude.
In my fourth year, I was offered a rare opportunity to participate in the construction of West Railway Station, the largest urban structure in China to date. I worked as a co-op student performing heating procedures in the Main Hall, where I helped to install pipelines for the whole building. More than anything else this project made it perfectly clear to me the difficulties of coordinating such a massive undertaking. We constantly encountered problems, such as when the designers' plan and the actual situation could not be linked successfully. I took several drawings to the Architectural Institute and discussed with experts there how best to resolve such problems. Through such contact I came to understand how to apply the knowledge I had learnt in the classroom to workplace problems. I discovered that many of these problems surfaced through negligent application of design techniques. This discovery helped me make up my mind to acquire sophisticated know-how and to curb this costly and frightening trend.
In one research project that I undertook, I was able to combine my studies with my desire to help others. In an investigation that received the university's "Honor for Excellence", I went into a large wool fabric factory and examined the working conditions. I saw that several environmental problems in the factory could be directly linked to common illnesses among the workers. In the report that I issued, I suggested several ways that working conditions could be improved, many of which were followed. Although there were some problems to which I could not find a solution, I was happy that my work was not just passive learning, but had a real benefit in the lives of others.
I am able to learn independently and have demonstrated the ability to teach others. In my senior year my statistics teacher gave me a wonderful opportunity to display these abilities. He invited me to give a lecture on linear regression to the whole class of a hundred students. For most Chinese students, who are usually too shy to express themselves in public, it was by no means an easy task. I spent almost two days researching. Again and again, I went over my notes until I condensed my lecture to two pages. On the day of the lecture, I showed great confidence, but I still felt somewhat nervous. Though I had some experience in explaining simple problems, to lecture on a series of problems was a new challenge. Gradually I relaxed. I explained carefully any of the details that I felt it might be difficult to understand. When I saw confusion, I repeated that part slowly until the majority displayed understanding. When I finished my lecture, the whole class applauded. My teacher gave me a great evaluation.
My earlier teaching stints as an undergraduate and graduate student fuelled my love for teaching. It was a joy to see glimmers of understanding dawn upon my students' faces as I explained to them abstract concepts using down-to-earth examples. I kept this in mind when, as a university professor, I lectured on data structure. I tried to provoke my students into lively discussions, and also introduced to them aspects beyond the tested curriculum. For example, the standard textbook hardly featured the topic of computer networks, which I felt was important for students to have a basic knowledge of. Hence, in my spare time, I pored through the English literature on this subject and adapted it to the current course. As it turned out, the extra material proved very popular, attracting even unregistered students. As a result of years of dedication, my department lauded my efforts, presenting me with the Excellent Education Honor.
As a part-time teacher, I have discovered my love of explaining economics to students. My students' questions forced me to re-examine certain economics questions that I have long taken for granted and inspired me to further consider certain economic theories. I found this work inspiring and interesting, and I hope to continue to teach in the future, for not only does it give me the satisfied feeling that I am helping others, but my own understanding grows from explaining economics.
Throughout the six years I've been working in the field, I have come to a deeper understanding of the nature of today's Chinese economy. Due to China's "open and reform" policy, the past two decades have seen an extraordinarily rapid rate of growth: the GNP has quadrupled during the recent two decades; living standards are at an all-time high; and private and conglomerate companies make up a large part of the economy. Financial markets are even open to multinational corporations now. Despite this prosperity, there are still many difficulties to overcome in all levels of the financial system. Many large, state-owned enterprises still operate under planned economy principles. They lack the ability for competition, incur heavy debt obligations, and use extremely out-of-date equipment. Small enterprises routinely experience barriers to raising capital, limitations in accessing information, and there is no fair market system to protect their interests in competition.
An eye-opening experience that gave me direct insight into how the majority of my countrymen live happened when I participated in an advisory commission that went into the poorest region of China. We spent eight weeks interviewing peasant families and investigating mismanaged city enterprises. We gave advice and suggestions to local officials and entrepreneurs to help them bring about economic development and raise the living standards of the region. Although it only lasted for eight weeks, the amount of insight that I gained into daily life in the countryside is immeasurable. Poverty and ignorance are still tormenting people in many regions of China.
As an M.S. student I held a research assistantship position for a year and a half at the Research Center of Nonferrous Metallurgy. I came into contact with consulting services and projects tackling industrially-oriented research on extractive hydrometallurgy processes. This research built on my graduate experiences and, after three years at the Research Center, I developed strong independent research abilities and accumulated a myriad of invaluable hands-on experiences. Completing my master's and conducting a variety of research taught me the immeasurable importance of research in my field, and I became committed to furthering that aspect of my skill upon graduation.
The state-owned firms have begun to face savage competition in the market, which they are in no shape to deal with. Under poor management, they are enduring continuous losses, and with the government increasingly reluctant to come to their rescue, they have lost their last source of support. The only way to save these companies is through sweeping reforms. Specifically, these reforms must entail the elimination of overstaffing, restructuring into stock firms and replacing or re-training the leaders and managers of the companies.
I set the highest standards for myself, both professionally and academically. This often means working longer hours or taking extra time to make sure a job is done well, but I believe that it is worth it. Anything less does not represent my character. As a woman working in a world still largely dominated by men, I hope that I can set an example for future generations and provide a vision of what is possible. This is also the reason that I have been actively involved as a volunteer in the "China Hope Project" which aims to help impoverished country kids return to school. Hopefully I can use my talents and abilities to further promote Chinese development in the international world.
However small the task may be, from topic selection and design of the title to presentation style, I would take it as a precious opportunity to further my skills in this profession. However, I was distraught when I found that even at such prestigious institutions, professionals were not guided by adherence to an overall theoretical framework in making programming decisions. They preferred to, in the words of my supervisor, "just go by your own feelings". I saw this as a major shortcoming in China's media industry that I would like to help correct.
One of the main challenges facing me was the fact that the transfer protocol was provided by the client and, for security reasons, was a special inner protocol that had to be changed periodically. After thinking over this problem for several days, I decided to treat the protocol as a big variable, finding out its changing regulation and devising an extra program to process the different parts of the protocol. They were then translated into the inner data form and analyzed. To make my program adjustable and to clarify its structure, I divided the I/O Module into several small functional units. I thus avoided having to repeatedly rewrite these programs.
I truly believe that any successful precision engineer should have an intrinsic love for his work, so that he can remain resilient and undaunted when encountering difficult moments. I discovered this quality in myself during my own work experience. While designing a reversible counter circuit, I realized the counter occasionally skipped one or two numbers. Though it would not impair the measuring accuracy, the problem nagged at me, and I explored many different solutions. After three or four painstaking months, I finally improved the accuracy of the counter. I felt such a rush of adrenaline that I forgot all tiredness. It is this passion for scientific research that drives me in my work and that sometimes makes me feel that I am willing to forego higher-salaried jobs for more meaningful research opportunities.
My professional experience has provided me with valuable skills that will serve me well in the study of Economics. I have been working at a marketing firm since taking up a job-tracked internship upon graduation last year. I have since trained in processing marketing data, analyzing airline data, computing costs and maximizing profits through cost examinations. Such work has given me invaluable hands-on skills, particularly in regard to analyzing financial data. I am confident that my experience, when taken together with my academic record and innate quantitative ability, will enable me to adapt swiftly to the full-time study of economics.
Reform of loss-making, stagnant, state-owned enterprises was welcomed in theory, but losing the protection of the "iron rice bowl" had brought worry. From another angle, stockholders expressed dismay at the plummet in value of stocks, not due to bad investments but loudly expressed government negativity towards the rise in stock investment. I realized through these investigations that not only is economics more than dry books and lofty academic concepts, but that even the most lowly Chinese factory worker has some intelligent grasp of how economics affects his everyday life. This was a matter of inspiration to me.
My highly developed analytical ability is one of my strongest assets. I have been able to use this ability time and again to make accurate predictions, and these have greatly benefited my company. Through analyzing the impact of weather turbulence in recent years, I predicted high precipitation in China during the summer. I then wrote a report based on this prediction, advising company headquarters to invest in a disinfectant to avoid epidemics that typically appear with flooding. My prediction proved entirely accurate. Due to the severity of the floods, the price of the chemical substance in the international market soared from a few hundred dollars per ton to nearly two thousand. My company was thus afforded a huge commercial advantage.
My knowledge of advanced computer application software has enhanced the quality of my work as an environmental science engineer, especially in aspects requiring hydro-graph mapping or the utilizing of mathematical models to analyze certain techniques. I regularly surf the Internet, collecting new environmental science and engineering data and interacting with like-minded researchers on a range of environmental issues. Using my knowledge of computer networks, I also designed the company's Intranet system, facilitating communication among staff members. Currently, I am involved in designing a Cellular Digital Packet Data system that will enable pump stations to be controlled remotely. If successfully realized, this advanced technology will forewarn computer engineers of potential pollution crises at any one time or place.
I first heard of your university when I was an undergraduate, of how it motivates bright young researchers to realize their ambitions. China is in need of more western trained financial experts with world-class expertise, and I believe I have the talent to be one of them. I therefore am applying to study for a Ph.D. at your university, and hope my distinguished work background and already solid level of knowledge in the subject will lead to my acceptance in your program.
My strong background in mechanics and electronics makes me well prepared to seek out a doctoral degree in a quality graduate program such as yours. It has been said that, "No other institution of learning in the United States can offer you the same combination of opportunity, academic excellence, professional career preparation and student experience.” This combination of rich cultural backgrounds, outstanding research libraries and state-of-the-art laboratories will give free reign to my curiosity and analytical prowess.
After careful review of your university, I feel my studies would best be suited there alongside your advanced research facilities, world-class faculty, and intellectually stimulating academic atmosphere. Convinced that my academic foundation has prepared me to be an adaptable student at your university, I am equally certain that with your guidance I will play a part in life science's contribution to all humanity.
With the ever-increasing pace of China's economic and social development comes the introduction of new technologies of news coverage, education and entertainment. This heightens my wish to further my education in these fields. However, since these technologies have only been recently introduced into this country, the basic skills for utilizing these new technologies are not sufficient. Your country is internationally renowned for the quality of its broadcasting, and particularly in light of its recent successes in film production, offers the level of technical knowledge and practice that I wish to attain.
Through the information I have received from your web site, I have learned that you have an excellent graduate program in electrical engineering. Not only do you offer many interesting courses but you also provide many opportunities for the full development of individual capacity and creativity. Most importantly, your electrical engineering department encourages interdisciplinary research, something that I deem as very important in graduate studies. I am very interested in the research work carried on in the automation and robotics laboratory.
I have found that the entrepreneurial spirit pervades your curriculum and community more than any other school that I have researched. I value the fact that at your school, entrepreneurial education does not stop at the classroom but continues in extracurricular learning experiences. Your entrepreneurial studies program and the flexibility the school allows students in choosing electives will allow me to tailor my course of study to my career interests. I am confident that with the knowledge and skills I will gain, I will be well prepared to accomplish the objectives of leadership and creativity that I have set for myself.
Education is an integral part of life. I have witnessed the profound influence it has on people's lives. I believe that I have acquired a solid understanding of all the many facets of giving and receiving education. However, different students have different problems and requirements and, in order to provide quality teaching, different methodologies should be tried. Studying in your university allows me to acquire more of an international approach to teaching and foster an exchange of eastern and western teaching methods which I hope will contribute to the educational development of my country.
The Chinese IT industry is in a fledgling state at the moment. Obviously, Information Technology is vital for the development of such a vast nation. In order to develop as rapidly as it needs to, Chinese IT must learn from the developed world. Therefore, it is imperative that young IT professionals like myself acquire cutting-edge training in industry skills. I am fully confident that I possess all the abilities to prove an outstanding participant in your graduate program, and to make a real contribution to the development of the IT industry in China on my return to my native land.
Throughout my life I have enjoyed the company of others, working together to achieve common goals, and I can now also work very effectively independently. My devotion to my work has brought me a long way down the path towards my goals, however this is a path that has no real end. I have now come to a crossroads in my career, where I feel my current theoretical knowledge and understanding of contemporary research is insufficient to raise expertise to the next level. It is clear to me that study abroad at a renowned university such as yours is necessary for me to continue to advance my career.
Your IE doctoral program provides a lively intellectual atmosphere, active and fruitful research, and close interaction between its students and distinguished faculty. It would be a perfect place for me to continue my inquiry into self-organizing systems. In particular, I would benefit enormously from working and studying with Professor X, Y, and Z on their exciting research on A, B, and C.
After carefully studying the material provided by your institution, I feel that your curriculum would provide me with an opportunity to expand my knowledge in the areas that interest me. Furthermore, your graduate program would permit me to turn economic theories into enlightening research projects. Additionally, I expect to take interdisciplinary courses at your university to practice economics with more emphasis on social and political factors. Since my interest is by no means limited to only two fields, I hope that through your program I can also develop expertise in related areas.
To seek out the discoveries that will open the doors to better health for all mankind, I would apply to your esteemed institution. Being my first choice, I have long respected its dedicated faculty, cutting-edge laboratory facilities, intellectually stimulating atmosphere, and reputation as a leading research institute.
Of greatest importance to me, your program offers the chance to systematize my experience through comprehensive training. The breadth of the course impresses me deeply. I know from experience that an architect has to be able to adjust to working in many different areas of the industry. I also know how important it is to be aware of the symbiosis between architecture and construction engineering. Your curriculum actively addresses these needs, thus making it ideal for someone like myself who will be returning to work in a rapidly changing environment.
These recent experiences are the main factors in my decision to enter a DBA program. Having experienced the benefits of MBA education myself, I wish, after completing my doctoral study, to work in developing business administration research in China. This is why I am now applying for DBA study in policy and management.
My motivation for more advanced studies stems from the desire to improve the efficiency of farming in China. I am anxious to tackle the low productivity problem that is plaguing the entire agriculture sector. Therefore I wish to engage in doctoral studies to learn cutting-edge agricultural science to help improve the lot of my countrymen. When I return to China on completion of my Ph.D. studies, I hope to make a significant contribution to the development of more productive crop growing practices. I therefore await your careful consideration of my application for admission with high hopes.
I wish to pursue a Ph.D. in economics at your university to learn advanced theories about the financial market, particularly any institutional effects on market equilibrium prices. Moreover, I hope to fortify my analytical tool kit through a vigorous education in game theory and econometrics. These tools will give me the flexibility I need in future research. In the long run, I hope to conduct in-depth research on the problems of the securities market and find ways to improve the current situation. In many ways, your program provides an ideal setting for my further education. In addition to your rigorous curriculum in basic methodology, the dynamic research environment will motivate my own research.
Your university boasts a world-class faculty, coupled with advanced research facilities and a stimulating academic environment for engineering graduates like myself who would like to deepen their knowledge in this field of study. I hope to obtain a Master's degree from your university within the first two years of enrollment, thereby working towards a doctoral degree.
Yours is a top-notch university with world-class faculty, advanced research facilities and a stimulating academic atmosphere. After carefully comparing the strengths of many graduate programs, I find the Department of Mechanical Engineering in your university particularly suits my purpose. I also know that you have a charming campus. I sincerely hope that I will be admitted into your university.
In my lengthy career in customer service, I have undergone substantial professional training. However, I am not content to rest on my laurels. My long-term ambition is to establish my own business or manage a restaurant chain that flourishes in my native land. To gather the experience necessary for doing this, I wish to work in a senior managerial position in an internationally renowned company, after first acquiring an advanced degree in Catering Business. It is natural for me to pursue my graduate degree in America.
As you can see from my past academic records and various experiences in the domain of scientific research, I have, over the past few years, acquired a strong theoretical and practical basis. However, with my impending graduation, I realize that in order to further my development and understanding of chemical engineering, with particular emphasis on the organic synthesis, and acquire a more international perspective, I do need to study abroad. Enrolling in your graduate Chemistry program will further broaden my understanding of my chosen field.
I want to be on the frontline of computer science research, and I know your university is the ideal location for my studies. Your department occupies a forefront position in the information technology field, especially in the area of networks and distributed systems. My inspection of your program reveals an honorable academic community, state-of-the-art facilities and stimulating research atmosphere, all very conducive to the development of my potential working ability.
I wish to pursue a doctoral degree at your esteemed department, and believe you will find my solid academic background, research ability and enthusiasm a perfect fit for your research group. Your serious consideration of my application is appreciated.
The main reason I did not want to do graduate studies in China straight after my first degree was because the country lags far behind western nations in scientific research. My final goal is to be an electronics-related specialist for a multinational company; to put my career on a new footing. It is good then that I have worked in a multinational company, an environment that has prepared me well for life in a multicultural university.
Studying for a Ph.D. at your school will allow me to push the boundaries that I am now confined by and stimulate the fullest development of my intellect. In my time studying in China, I have already found the best that my country has to offer and worked with our best scientific minds. I need to study abroad not just for the excellent quality of the education but also because it will give me the necessary breadth of knowledge to be successful in my future professional goals.
The world will become smaller due to the rapid and wide spread of information. The science and technology of information will be the central pillar in the structure of this society. As a future worker in this area, I feel strongly that my education thus far is not sufficient in all areas. I need to upgrade my skills further so as to keep pace with newly-advancing technologies.
The challenges and success I have met have given me both confidence and the desire to further myself. Hence, I have decided to pursue a doctoral degree in the US where research in thermal sciences and other related fields are probably more advanced than anywhere else. Your university is known for its meticulous work ethics and stimulating academic atmosphere, which I have long admired. I am confident that I can make both quick progress in my research and bring my intellectual potential into full play.
The Computer Exposition highlighted the gulf between Chinese and American software companies. When Chinese companies were displaying 386 CPU's, US companies were displaying Pentium; while Chinese companies were using the MIS system, their western counterparts were already using colorful graphical user interfaces. Keenly aware that this gulf needs to be reduced if China is to continue to develop adequately, I believe that the best way for me to advance my own career and the competitiveness of my company is for me to study in the US.
When I return to my hometown, my parents and friends are amazed by the way in which I have been able to develop a career that they could never dream of, using technologies that they do not even begin to understand. Similarly, when I return from my studies in the US, I believe that I will be able to astound my colleagues and competitors with the knowledge I have acquired there. I therefore await your careful consideration of my applications for admission and funding with high hopes.
The intricacies of my past research experience serve as an impetus to gain further, more specialized knowledge. Although it is a challenging task, I hope I will be able to make an original contribution to the field of Computer Science. An ultimate goal is to return to China on the cutting-edge of the field and research and teach in a university where I can continue to find avenues to express my creativity and further my own learning.
While China has great opportunities and an even greater need for medical professionals, we lack the depth necessary for a proper graduate study. We lack the resources both in experienced faculty and in research facilities. I can honestly say that I am at the limit of my academic development in this environment. By serving as a Ph.D. candidate in your university, I will be able to gain the necessary depth to fully make my contribution to China's health care and at the same time prove my abilities as an experienced, capable and mature researcher and instructor. Only then will I truly be able to engage in world-class academic exchanges.
I have come to realize that the Chinese academic life is too slow-paced for me. The ease with which I have been able to juggle study, work and extracurricular pursuits over the last few years has won me plaudits from my teachers and supervisors, but is indicative of the fact that I need a more challenging environment to give full play to my potential. I believe that the best way for me to do this is to pursue graduate study in the United States. With my wide research experience, fluent English and consuming passion for my subject, I am confident that I can make a real contribution to your university. I await your response to my application for admission and financial aid with hope and appreciation.
Reading the brochure you sent me, I find your excellence in the E.E. field complete with an accomplished faculty and modern research resources encouraging and exciting. Ideally, I would like to enter into a Master's program that would lead me into Ph.D. program later on. In such a program, I would like to focus my studies on one or a combination of the following areas: communication, signal processing or wireless technology. With your seasoned guidance, I will greatly enrich my knowledge, enhance my expertise, and sharpen my research skills. Upon completion of the program, I will return to my homeland having succeeded and excelled in my chosen area of study, and help fuel this maturing market.
I am aware that pursuing a Ph.D. degree at your esteemed university will pose great challenges to the mind and spirit. However I am so committed to achieving my goals that I am sure that I can overcome any challenge. I earnestly wish to participate in developing innovative and effective teaching methods based on an understanding of the theories of psychology and education. My ultimate goal is to find ways to teach children effectively, to help them develop their dormant talents. As a keen young teacher, I have always kept up my own learning, and like challenging work that fosters self-development. Now, because of my desire to learn about other models of education and come up to date with advanced research in the field, I feel that it is high time for me to take on the bigger challenge of overseas study.
My long-term goal is to become a first-rate network engineer to make a real contribution to the growth of information technology in my native country. To this end, I have decided to pursue a Master's degree in Computer Science at your university, in which I will concentrate on multimedia traffic in the network. On completion of my MS, I plan to move straight to Ph.D. study. When I have finished my studies, I will return to China to engage in improving network engineering with the benefits of cutting-edge knowledge from the United States, where the level of Computer Science far exceeds that available in Chinese universities.
Today's computer science graduates can readily find lucrative professions. However, I envision a more fulfilling path in academia. With the computer age unraveling at a rapid pace, both writing professional references and molding young minds are essential ingredients for secure prospects. To fulfill my aspirations, I hope to study and research at your doctoral program. Your university has long harbored my interest. My diverse range in education and practical experience depict my ample qualifications and moreover illustrate my deep-set convictions. If accepted, I would concentrate my studies on network security. I believe that with a Ph.D. degree in computer science, I would stand as a leader in China's frontline research and international cooperation.
The jobs and the studying I have done over the last few years have been a little stressful, but they are for a noble cause. I have a solid educational background and a track record of job success to prove that I learned my lessons well. I believe that my role in China's future is instrumental but I also believe that further education is a must for leadership because of the frantic and changing nature of communications and networking technology. The world does truly become a little closer everyday, and these considerations are multiplied ten-fold in China because of the program of hectic modernization that we have chosen to undertake.
Upon my return, I would like to contribute to the development of communications studies in my country, either as an academic or an industry professional. At present, the reference material available on the latest developments in communications theory is scarce. I would like to be able to introduce students and media professionals to new ideas and skills gleaned from my studies in your graduate program. Communications research is still in its infancy in China, but it is a growing field and will therefore present an excellent opportunity to someone returning to China armed with a degree from a first-rate US university. In helping to pioneer this industry in China, I will be helping to lay the foundation for generations of researchers to come.
I would like to understand more deeply the analysis, design, development, evaluation and implementation of instructional systems and other learning environments. Your university provides sound instruction in these areas, and hence I would like very much to enroll in the Ph.D. program in Instructional Systems Technology. Armed with this new knowledge, I would like to return to my country to create new educational services, challenging out-dated educational methods, and improving learning for all. Hence I hope you would seriously consider my application for research in your institution.
I feel I have a lot to offer your institution as a master's candidate, and am committed to making positive contributions to your department and university. My good natured and friendly character allows me to get on with a myriad of people, and I am confident in using English in both written and spoken form. Western culture interests me a great deal, and I am sure that through hard work and diligence I can overcome any difficulties I may face. My desire to study mechanical engineering burns deep and acceptance into your university will unquestionably assist me in raising the level of mechanical research and its applications.
By studying abroad in America, I can achieve a multi-faceted goal. On one hand, I can experience life abroad and learn about American culture. On the other hand, I can take part in an educational system that is head and shoulders above the rest of the world. This opportunity will open numerous doors to me in the future, and enable me to return to China prepared to excel in any field I decide to pursue.
Having completed various research projects and four years of formal education, I now wish to apply for a graduate program in a world-class graduate school, and to continue with my advanced studies in order to elevate my level of expertise, so that I can contribute to pioneering research in the field of computer science. I feel my solid background both in computer science and mathematics has prepared me well for the next stage of my academic career, and that my varied research experience should qualify me for a RA or TA position. If accepted, I am confident I can adapt quickly to the academic environment of the USA, make friends and contribute to your department in a positive and constructive manner.
I have researched a variety of law schools in my mother country as well as abroad, and have recently come to the conclusion that your school program best fits what I am looking for. Should you accept me into your prestigious law program, I assure you that I will strive my hardest to achieve my fullest potential and make you proud of me.
Since specializing in communications, I have witnessed the telecommunications industry undergo huge expansion in China, which is now the third largest mobile network in the world with 50 million subscribers. Our country needs researchers and professionals who have knowledge of the latest developments to lead our industry and pass knowledge on to others. I believe pursuing a doctoral degree in Electrical Engineering will satisfy the need to strengthen myself academically so that I can help China's telecommunications development scale new heights in the decades to come.
After thoroughly researching the various engineering programs available around the world, I decided that yours is best suited towards enabling me to achieve my goals. Your program would give me extensive opportunities to further my studies in the fields essential to my future plans. My excellent academic record and extensive experience have given me a solid foundation in which to pursue my Ph.D. studies. I believe that I have a uniquely comprehensive background that puts me ahead of my peers. Through attending your Ph.D. program I hope to place myself at the forefront of engineering research in China.
I remember how I labored to teach my grandpa to use email services. At that moment, I realized the difficulties many people face in using the computer. Devoid of typing skills, he was even harder-pressed to remember all the step-by-step procedures. As such, I hope to continue my research in human-computer interfaces, such as voice command, gaze tracking, and even brain-wave control, to facilitate use of the computer. My solid academic and research foundation, extensive real-world experience, and strong character make me uniquely qualified to continue my quest to develop user-friendly applications at your institution.
Education will be of vital importance to China's development over the coming decades, and I wish to be involved in steering its development along the correct route. To do this, I need the most advanced education I can obtain. When armed with Master's and Doctor's degrees from your university, I will be suitably equipped to play a leading part in the evolution of education in China. My academic and linguistic success provides me with raw ingredients awaiting the pressure cooker of your challenging academic environment.
More and more companies are deploying growing numbers of critical applications that are tightly linked with core business processes. These applications require round-the-clock reliability, and IT organizations must create a robust distributed infrastructure that provides high levels of performance, availability, reliability, serviceability and supportability. Most systems-management processes needed to successfully support a complex, heterogeneous distributed computing environment involve the technology of servers, operating systems, networks, and applications, and require the use of highly trained and innovative engineers to handle them. With the assistance of your institution, I am one of those few.
I take considerable pride in the level of responsibility and professionalism I have brought to my career thus far, but I am capable of much more given first-rate training. By gaining a Ph.D. at an American university, I believe I can take a leadership role in pushing construction engineering and management to a higher level in China, at a period where the industry is undergoing monumental expansion to respond to the expanding economy. Your distinguished graduate school is one of the few institutions where I would gain precisely the education that would match my academic and research aims. I feel confident I am well qualified for the program, and that I can be a credit to the university during my Ph.D. days and beyond.
While there is hope for future advancement, computer technology in China, particularly Internet technology, is young. Computer science will allow me to pursue a career where I can be creatively involved in problem solving techniques and future designs. The USA is the birthplace of the computer, with the most up-to-date and advanced technology. Your university, in particular, is one of the most renowned learning institutions, with a strong background in computer sciences. I believe Ph.D. study at your institution will provide me with the most up-to-date tools and advanced knowledge I crave, and the best opportunity for me to successfully build my career in computer sciences and to make my mark in this competitive field.
I have come to the realization that I must now seize the opportunity to return to school and earn a degree. I plan to resign from my position to pursue my academic calling. I have begun to prepare myself for the readjustment to another country. Leaving behind a loving family will not be an easy task. However, their encouragement has become a beacon of motivation and I am ready to accept my duties as a serious student. Although I have been away from the university lifestyle for many years, I owe it to myself and to my country to further my education in the field of journalism. I have decided to apply to your prestigious program, because I am aware of the seasoned guidance that you provide and the excellent turnout of the candidates who have gone through your doors.
Since the time that I entered into the communication networks field, the telecommunications industry has experienced an explosive period of growth, the likes of which nobody could have predicted. As the largest mobile communications market in the world continues to grow and modernize, it will need an ever-increasing number of experienced engineers to help maintain and expand networks. Having participated in several major national research projects that have led to direct industrial applications, I am already well experienced in the theory and practice of communications network design. Through attending your esteemed graduate program and becoming even more experienced, I hope to be able to contribute to the continued growth of this essential industry.
The state of biology in China is not as advanced as it is in the west. China is in need of dedicated scholars who are willing to work hard in laying the foundations. With this in mind, I decided to go abroad to study. Through doing research at your institution and taking advantage of studying under some of the leading minds in biology, I would prepare myself to help train the next generation of biological researchers. I would have the opportunity to work with facilities and equipment that are not available at most Chinese universities. While I fully expect it to be difficult, I am confident that I have the intelligence, the academic background and the dedication to succeed.
However confirmed in my new abilities, I am yet humbled by my true inadequacy as a medical professional. To take my academic experience to its acme, I will apply my diligence to graduate studies overseas. Searching a landing ground for my greater academic endeavors, I have found an excellent niche at your esteemed university. If admitted, I would commit my unwavering pursuit of knowledge and research in the field of medical research. As we cross the threshold into the age of life sciences, I aspire to meet our generation's noonday brightness and bridge our countries together in the name of science.
After one and a half years working at Ford, I have learned a lot about the finance operation and internal management of a big international company. I feel many of their ideas and practices could be applied in China to improve the management of its state-owned companies. During this time I have developed a passion for exploring the design of the western finance system as well as a conviction for further education and training. I feel it is essential that I receive a more advanced training at a quality American University. I have chosen the cost accounting field in which I know I can excel due to my strong related experience working for Ford and my impressive undergraduate background. I know your program will equip me with the advanced training I vitally need to launch a successful career in the financial service field and would appreciate it if you would favorably consider my application.
In China, Western-educated professionals are needed more than ever. I aspire to be such an expert in the field of public policy. I hence apply to your esteemed Master's of Public Policy Program; your concentrations in economic policy and public management well meet my demands, and I value how your distinguished faculty interacts with the country's brightest students. Returning to China as a Ph.D., I would teach public administration at an institution of higher learning, while serving as a public service consultant to the government. I would also hope to maintain a regular rapport with my American colleagues whereby we may solidify meaningful and mutually beneficial public policy between our two nations.
My uniqueness lies in my determination to succeed and my abundant practical research experience. I believe that this research experience will qualify for a TA or RA position at your university, which I am extremely keen to take up. I realize that graduate study at your university is a challenging experience, but I am confident my spirit does not wane when faced with difficulty, but rather gains strength from the challenge. I am resolute in my desire to gain further advanced theoretical knowledge, and to, in turn, return the priceless gift of education through playing my part in the development of technology for the whole of Mankind to benefit from.
Increasingly the spirit of openness is blowing through Chinese universities and a proven high-flying graduate such as myself is well placed to take a leading role in helping research move up to a level closer to that of the international standard. But first of all I need to experience the academic atmosphere and climb to new intellectual heights at an American institution myself. Then I can carry what I learn back to my homeland, my wish being to bring cutting edge skills that can be used for computer- aided instruction systems.
I scanned numerous universities before finally finding your Industrial Management program. This excellent program deserves my every effort made on school searching. I am extremely keen for the opportunity to advance my learning under the first grade guidance of your high-grade faculty. I have no doubt that with my strong academic foundations and work experience I will be a first class student who makes a very valuable contribution to your program. I will bring to the faculty my overseas professional experience, enriching class discussion and expanding the range of academic scholarship. I hope that through the successful completion of studies with your faculty I might realize my ambition of building a profession in technical consultancy in China.
In the future new distributed applications will play an important role in integrated networks. The existing models are far from the level of sophistication and convenience they should achieve. There is considerable potential for development, and I hope to play a role in bringing about that change for the better. My long-term aim is to teach and encourage research for decades to come. I have been advised by my professors and other academics that your first-class department would be one in which I could make a successful contribution and continue to advance. That being the case, I hope my application will be considered with a strong measure of interest.
My recent research on a range of manufacturing systems has helped me determine where my true research interests lie. Should I have the opportunity to enroll in your Ph.D. program, I aim to learn more about and conduct original research on intelligent and optimizing theories, algorithms for scheduling and control, operation research, enterprise integration techniques, system simulation, and supply chains. I am convinced that these new technologies will drastically improve productivity in China.
In order to fulfill my long-term goals, I now have a burning desire to pursue a Ph.D. degree in the United States, where leading edge technology and research techniques are unsurpassed. I aim to focus on network technology, and I am confident that my previous experience and foundation of knowledge will qualify me as a suitable applicant. Your college offers a nurturing academic atmosphere, demands a strong work ethic and possesses modern educational facilities.
I have long admired the meticulous work and stimulating academic atmosphere of your distinguished Department of Geophysics, which will provide the ideal scientific research environment to truly stimulate my career. I believe that my past academic achievements and research experience, along with my English proficiency, my strong motivations, and adaptability, are the guarantee to my future success and my dynamic participation in your doctorate program. It will, I hope, eventually lead to a beneficial synergistic cooperation between our two countries in the development of this field.
In the past, foreign experts have prescribed on all aspects of Chinese economy, including Chinese population, employment, inflation, enterprise reform, income disparity, inflexibility of bank system, vagueness of property rights, and chaos in stock market. But because these economists did not know China's concrete situations firsthand, they had no way to offer practical solutions. It is absolutely undoubted that only economists who are both knowledgeable about advanced economics theories and also intimately familiar with current Chinese conditions will be competent to take measures that will fulfill China's special requirements. I have heard about the widespread efficiency and smoothness of operations that exist in the daily lives of people in economically developed countries such as the US, but I know that only the opportunity to see it occur firsthand will allow me to understand clearly the difference between American and Chinese economies.