Share an essay on any topic of your choice. It can be one you've already written, one that responds to a different prompt, or one of your own design.

My hands show my story. I could not live without them, for they allow me to do the things that bring me joy, and they show the life I live.  I used to hate drawing hands. My pencil has never left my s

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What is it about Yale that has led you to apply? (125 words)

Architecture isn’t just art. Yet, in many schools, architecture is often only art-based. While I am passionate about the arts and I give great importance to the design aspects of architecture, I want

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Yale’s extensive course offerings and vibrant conversations beyond the classroom encourage students to follow their developing intellectual interests wherever they lead. Tell us about your engagement with a topic or idea that excites you. Why are you drawn to it? (250 words)

I never have free storage space. No matter what apps I delete and how many videos I erase, my phone is constantly filled to the brim with photographs.  I take pictures of everything: reflections on bu

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Please respond to one of the following prompts in 250 words or fewer. Please indicate the letter of the prompt you choose. A. Reflect on a community to which you feel connected. Why is it meaningful to you? You may define community however you like. B. Reflect on something that has given you great satisfaction. Why has it been important to you?

Prompt B: For nearly two years, I have been part of an organization that designs and participates in volunteer events to support youth education in Turkey, called [Organization Redacted]. My main fo

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Why do these areas appeal to you? (125 words)

I was practically born with a pencil in my hand. Ever since I was little, I would never go anywhere without my little sketchbook. While I love every medium of art, whether it be painting or photograph

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What inspires you? (200 characters)

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Yale’s residential colleges regularly host conversations with guests representing a wide range of experiences and accomplishments. What person, past or present, would you invite to speak and what would you ask them to discuss? (200 characters)

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Describe an example of your leadership experience in which you have positively influenced others, helped resolve disputes, or contributed to group efforts over time. (350 words)

For nearly two years, I have been a part of an organization that designs and participates in volunteer events to support youth education in Turkey, called [Organization Redacted]. My main focus as par

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Every person has a creative side, and it can be expressed in many ways: problem-solving, original and innovative thinking, and artistically, to name a few. Describe how you express your creative side. (350 words)

I never have free storage space. No matter what apps I delete and how many videos I erase, my phone is constantly filled to the brim with photographs. I take pictures of everything: reflections on bu

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Think about an academic subject that inspires you. Describe how you have furthered this interest inside and/or outside of the classroom. (350 words)

I was practically born with a pencil in my hand. Ever since I was little, I have loved all kinds of art, from drawing and painting to film and photography. No matter where I went, I would never be wit

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Beyond what has already been shared in your application, what do you believe makes you stand out as a strong candidate for admissions to the University of California? (350 words)

Coming from a family filled with designers and architects certainly has its perks. A beautiful home, the knowledge of the breathtaking buildings in every city we visit, and the refined understanding o

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USC faculty place an emphasis on interdisciplinary academic opportunities. Describe something outside of your intended academic focus about which you are interested in learning. (250 words)

From depicting heart-wrenching real-life-based stories to fantastical accounts of otherworldly universes, there’s nothing that can’t be told through film. Impressive cinematography, moving acting, and

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Describe how you plan to pursue your academic interests and why you want to explore them at USC specifically. Please feel free to address your first- and second-choice major selections. (250 words)

I was practically born with a pencil in my hand. Ever since I was little, I would never go anywhere without my little sketchbook. While I love every medium of art, whether it be painting or photograph

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Portfolio supplement: Describe one example of how you might use design as a future architect. (250 words)

Once I have completed my architecture degree, one of the aspects I would like to focus on is the sustainability of architecture. As problems such as climate change arise and are continuously worsening

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Please write a short essay describing why you are interested in pursuing your major of choice at Drexel University's Westphal College. What have you done that prepares you to study in your major of choice? (500 words)

I was practically born with a pencil in my hand. Ever since I was little, I have loved all kinds of art. From drawing and painting to film and photography, I tried a little bit of everything. No matte

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Please briefly elaborate on one of your extracurricular activities or work experiences. (300 words)

For nearly two years, I have been part of an organization that designs and participates in volunteer events to support youth education in Turkey, called [Organization Redacted]. My main focus as part

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Why are you interested in Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute? (250 words)

The primary future of architecture is sustainability and technology. With RPI’s technological focus and resources, I will combine these things and create innovative projects during my time there as we

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State your reasons for choosing architecture as your profession.

I was practically born with a pencil in my hand. Ever since I was little, I have loved all kinds of art. From drawing and painting to film and photography, I tried a little bit of everything, but whil

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Please tell us more about your cultural background and identity in the space below. (150 words)

Since my mother is Turkish and my father is Italian, I have plenty of opportunities to engage in different cultures around the world. Because of their work, we travel often to Europe, and I have grown

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Describe the world you come from; for example, your family, school, community, city, or town. How has that world shaped your dreams and aspirations? (250 words)

Living in Chicago has had a profound impact on my sense of identity, culture, and the way I have grown up. Chicago is a city rich in diverse culture, with a plethora of museums and attractions which a

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Tell us more about why [architecture] at MIT appeals to you. (100 words)

Architecture isn’t just art. MIT’s interdisciplinary focus on architecture incorporates a wide range of relationships between architecture and other disciplines, from technology and history to social

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We know you lead a busy life, full of activities, many of which are required of you. Tell us about something you do for the pleasure of it. (200-250 words)

Enormous screens. Surround sound. Dimmed lights. The smell of freshly popped, overly-salty, buttery popcorn. The strange disassociated feeling you get when you leave the theater once the credits start

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At MIT, we bring people together to better the lives of others. MIT students work to improve their communities in different ways, from tackling the world's biggest challenges to being a good friend. Describe one way in which you have contributed to your community, whether in your family, the classroom, your neighborhood, etc. (200-250 words)

For nearly two years, I have been part of an organization that designs and participates in volunteer events to support youth education in Turkey, called [Organization Redacted]. My main focus as part

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Tell us about a significant challenge you've faced or something that didn't go according to plan that you feel comfortable sharing. How did you manage the situation? (200-250 words)

Screeeech. There it is again. The right side of my blinds scrunches up in the corner, the material creasing uncomfortably. It does this every time, causing me to raise and lower it at least three time

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List the titles of the required readings from academic courses that you enjoyed most during secondary/high school.

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List the titles of the books, essays, poetry, short stories or plays you read outside of academic courses that you enjoyed most during secondary/high school.

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We’re interested in learning about some of the ways that you explore your interests. List some resources and outlets that you enjoy, including but not limited to websites, publications,  journals, podcasts, social media accounts, lectures, museums, movies, music, or other content with which you regularly engage.

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A hallmark of the Columbia experience is being able to learn and live in a community with a wide range of perspectives. How do you or would you learn from and contribute to diverse, collaborative communities? (200 words)

My main focus as part of [Organization Redacted] — an organization that designs and participates in volunteer events to support youth education in Turkey— is the English Empowerment Program, where I t

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Why are you interested in attending Columbia University? We encourage you to consider the aspect(s) that you find unique and compelling about Columbia. (200 words)

Columbia’s distinctive Core Curriculum is a significant aspect of the University that will expand my skills and perspective in architecture and beyond; I will simultaneously pursue my passion for arch

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For applicants to Columbia College, please tell us what from your current and past experiences (either academic or personal) attracts you specifically to the areas of study that you previously noted in the application. (200 words)

I was practically born with a pencil in my hand. Ever since I was little, I have loved all kinds of art, from drawing and painting to film and photography. However, nothing has ever appealed to me as

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