Common English Mistakes in Admission Essays by Ukrainian Speakers

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

Mistake Example #1

Confusion with word order ('Always I go to the store' instead of 'I always go to the store')

AI am applying to your esteemed university, I amnd very excitedvery much about the opportunity to study computer science. AlwaysI havealways been fascinated by technology and how it can solve problems in our world. In Ukraine, my passion for learning and innovation has driven me to activelyparticipateactively in various tech competitions.

Text corrected by:
Gregg, Los Angeles, CA

"This needed some fixing to correct word order problems, and other tweaks."

I am applying to your esteemed university and very excited about the opportunity to study computer science. I have always been fascinated by technology and how it can solve problems in our world. In Ukraine, my passion for learning and innovation has driven me to actively participate in various tech competitions.

Applying to your esteemed university, I am excited very much about the opportunity to study computer science. Always I have been fascinated by technology and how it can solve problems in our world. In Ukraine, my passion for learning and innovation has driven me to participate actively in various tech competitions.

Mistake Example #2

Using 'will' incorrectly in conditionals ('If it will rain, I will stay' instead of 'If it rains, I will stay')

As a prospective student at your esteemed university, I am eager to contribute to the vibrant academic community. If it will bepossible, I will join the student council to help organize events that promote cultural exchange. I believe that if I willstudying in such an environment, I willhelp me gain invaluable experiences that will shape my future career.

Text corrected by:
Gregg, Los Angeles, CA

"This needed some tweaking for proper word usage in conditionals."

As a prospective student at your esteemed university, I am eager to contribute to the vibrant academic community. If possible, I will join the student council to help organize events that promote cultural exchange. I believe that studying in such an environment will help me gain invaluable experiences that will shape my future career.

As a prospective student at your esteemed university, I am eager to contribute to the vibrant academic community. If it will be possible, I will join the student council to help organize events that promote cultural exchange. I believe that if I will study in such an environment, I will gain invaluable experiences that will shape my future career.

Mistake Example #3

Skipping articles ('I bought car' instead of 'I bought a car')

I am excited to apply forthe position at your esteemed university. Studying computer science has been my dream since I was achild, and I believe your program offersthe best opportunity to achieve my goals. I have always been fascinated by technology and how it can solve real-world problems, and I am eager to contribute to theinnovative projects at your institution.

Text corrected by:
Gregg, Los Angeles, CA

"This needed some tweaking to add missing articles ("the," "an," etc.)."

I am excited to apply for the position at your esteemed university. Studying computer science has been my dream since I was a child, and I believe your program offers the best opportunity to achieve my goals. I have always been fascinated by technology and how it can solve real-world problems, and I am eager to contribute to the innovative projects at your institution.

I am excited to apply for position at your esteemed university. Studying computer science has been my dream since I was child, and I believe your program offers best opportunity to achieve my goals. I have always been fascinated by technology and how it can solve real-world problems, and I am eager to contribute to innovative projects at your institution.