Oregon State University Personal Statement

I have always wanted to attend Oregon State University. My family originates from the Willamette Valley and has been old school grass seed farmers who proudly call themselves Oregon State Beavers. As a result, given my love and affinity for baseball and family history it has been my hearts desire to earn my degree at OSU.

SInce my first day of high school I Have been working hard to maintain my grade point. Unfortunately this was not enough, i aimed to end my junior year with above a three point gpa in hopes of being accepted into Oregon state. My history in math has held up my grades for many years. As I entered High School I realized that I would have to work extra hard to maintain the grade in math to ensure my candidacy at OSU.

While my grades may not reflect it, they are a result of very hard work, dedication and refusal to settle for second best, although it is valid to consider the differences in each persons abilities when thinking of effort. My effort in all I do is at least 100% with determination, commitment and integrity being the foundation of my desire to do my very best. My grades at the point of graduation will be at the minimum of 3.0. I am within only a few points to achieve that grade point average and will be certain that I accomplish that. I would like to attend Oregon state to maintain my family's history, my high academic standards as well as in hopes of participating in the Baseball program, of which I would love to be a part. I have spent my growing up years with my family, studying and playing baseball, which i believe reflect strong core values that are worthy of OSU.

It is my hope that while my grades cannot be overlooked, there will be some grace and perspective as well as understanding that my grades will be at the level expected by OSU by graduation. I truly believe I have worked hard in school, as a student who has struggled academically but put aside all else to be as successful as