Share life experiences that have influenced your interest in progressing your nursing career. Describe a time when you advocated for an individual from a disadvantaged group in a healthcare setting. Describe how your personal strengths, experiences, & abilities will contribute to your success in nursing school and your career in nursing (community service, leadership experience, healthcare experience). Explain the academic challenges, successes, or obstacles in your life that have affected your ability to achieve your goals. How did you respond to the situation? Why did you choose your area of concentration? What are your expectations for the program? What are your expectations of your DNP project?