Common English Mistakes in Admission Essays by Italian Speakers

This page focuses on errors typically made by native Italian speakers from Italy when writing a Admission Essay in English.

Mistake Example #1

Using direct translations from Italian (e.g., 'We see us tomorrow' instead of 'See you tomorrow')

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Text corrected by:
Gregg, Los Angeles, CA

"I made changes for it to sound a bit more natural and native, and also for general readability and flow."

I am very excited to apply for the Master's program at your university. From a young age, I've been passionate about engineering, and I believe your curriculum offers the ideal foundation to help me achieve my professional goals. I am eager to begin this exciting new chapter and look forward to joining you next semester.

I am very excited to apply for the Master program in your university. Since I was child, I have always had passion for engineering, and I believe that your course will help me to achieve my dreams. We see us in the next semester, and I am eager to start this new adventure.

Mistake Example #2

Overuse of passive voice

As a student who has always been fascinated by the world of literature, it wasI decidedby me to pursue a degree in English Literature. ThI developed my passion for reading and writingwas developed during my high school years, where I readmany classic novelswere read by me. It is believed by me that studying at your esteemed university will provide the perfect environment for my academic growth.

Text corrected by:
Jennifer, Detroit, Michigan USA

"Very good! I just changed the passive voice constructions to the active voice."

As a student who has always been fascinated by the world of literature, I decided to pursue a degree in English Literature. I developed my passion for reading and writing during my high school years, where I read many classic novels. I believe that studying at your esteemed university will provide the perfect environment for my academic growth.

As a student who has always been fascinated by the world of literature, it was decided by me to pursue a degree in English Literature. The passion for reading and writing was developed during my high school years, where many classic novels were read by me. It is believed by me that studying at your esteemed university will provide the perfect environment for my academic growth.

Mistake Example #3

Confusing singular and plural nouns

I am very excited to apply for the Master's program inat your university. My passion for art and design have always been a driving force in my life. I believe that the opportunity to study in your institution will help me develop my skills and broaden my perspective on different cultures.

Text corrected by:
Jennifer, Detroit, Michigan USA

"A few of these words needed to be pluralized. Nice work!"

I am very excited to apply for the Master's program at your university. My passion for art and design have always been a driving force in my life. I believe that the opportunity to study in your institution will help me develop my skills and broaden my perspective on different cultures.

I am very excited to apply for the Master program in your university. My passion for art and design have always been a driving force in my life. I believe that the opportunity to study in your institution will help me develop my skill and broaden my perspective on different culture.