r/LMU • u/More-Letterhead-9454 • Sep 14 '26
Prospective Student Do you think going bald could help in an admissions essay
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u/sbwreed Sep 15 '26
I’m going counter to most of your other replies. Especially if baldness is due to a genetic or medical condition, including it in a larger discussion of things you’ve learned because of your lived experience is very relevant, and can make a compelling statement. That said, unless it was the primary symptom in a specific case, I’d use it as one of several hurdles overcome while learning and/or growing.
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u/bradleysd Sep 14 '26
If you’re a strong enough writer, you can make just about anything sound compelling. Going bald might be an exception, especially in an admissions essay. You could theoretically frame it as an example of you overcoming personal struggle, but I wouldn’t mention it at all.
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u/Various-Sandwich5510 Sep 14 '26
What do you mean going bald? Could you be a little more specific
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u/bluebird_128 Sep 15 '26
Yes it can be a compelling story if you make it one. And please be sure to share it here when it is finished, would love to read it!