Discuss an accomplishment, event, or realization that sparked a period of personal growth and a new understanding of yourself or others.

Beads of sweat trickled down my face and the sweltering heat made me gasp for air. As my grandparents and I exited the airport after enduring a cramped 13-hour flight to Hyderabad, India, we made our

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Agriculture and Life Sciences Response

I shrieked with pain as blood gushed out of my left temple. My mother frantically called 911 as she tried providing details of the accident. It was only when I heard the distinct sirens of the ambulan

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Signature Scholar Programs Danforth Scholars Program Danforth Short Answer

Throughout high school, I frequently found myself communicating with classmates late into the night while preparing for upcoming exams. My friend Nick struggled with Calculus, but after walking him th

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Danforth Essay

“Hi Rohit! I am so thankful you decided to volunteer for our campaign. Let’s work hard to win this election!”.  I left the Zoom Meeting with Congressman Josh Gottheimer and his team with excitement,

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Academic Division College of Arts & Sciences Primary Major of Interest: Biology (incl Molecular Biology & Biochemistry, Ecology/Evolution, Environmental Biology, Genomics/Computation, Microbiology, Neuroscience) Secondary Major of Interest (if any): Chemistry (incl Biochemistry) Pre-Professional Interest (if any): Pre-Medicine What you are interested in studying and why

Early on, I was mesmerized with biology and interactions at the molecular level that could result in profound macroscopic effects. Why would my eyes water so frequently in the springtime? After a fall

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Brown’s Open Curriculum allows students to explore broadly while also diving deeply into their academic pursuits. Tell us about any academic interests that excite you, and how you might use the Open Curriculum to pursue them while also embracing topics with which you are unfamiliar. (200-250 words)

Brown cultivates an unparalleled environment that promotes discovery and perseverance, which I am eager to join and contribute to. Early on, I was mesmerized by biology and the molecular interactions

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Brown’s culture fosters a community in which students challenge the ideas of others and have their ideas challenged in return, promoting a deeper and clearer understanding of the complex issues confronting society. This active engagement in dialogue is as present outside the classroom as it is in academic spaces. Tell us about a time you were challenged by a perspective that differed from your own. How did you respond? (200-250 words)

“Hi Rohit! I am so thankful you decided to volunteer for our campaign. Let’s work hard to win this election!”. I left the Zoom Meeting with Congressman Josh Gottheimer and his team with excitement, re

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Brown students care deeply about their work and the world around them. Students find contentment, satisfaction, and meaning in daily interactions and major discoveries. Whether big or small, mundane or spectacular, tell us about something that brings you joy. (200-250 words)

Even before allowing my dad to park the car, I swung open the door and sprinted from the back seat towards the grassy field. As I ran past the iron gate emblazoned with Bronx Zoo at the entrance, my f

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Why are you interested

TCNJ cultivates an unparalleled environment that promotes discovery and perseverance, which I am eager to join and contribute to. With a diverse, motivated student body representing the brightest mind

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List the titles of the required readings from academic courses that you enjoyed most during secondary/high school. Hamlet, William Shakespeare Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, Mark Twain Between the World and Me, Ta-nehisi Coates Self Reliance, Ralph Waldo Emerson One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest, Ken Kesey Largo Pétalo de Mar, Isabel Allende The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks, Rebecca Skloot Jane Eyre, Charlotte Brontë The Rise and Fall of Great Powers, Paul Kennedy Your Neanderthal DNA might actually be doing you some good, Sarah Kaplan The Crucible, Arthur Miller 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. Man’s Search for Meaning , Viktor Frankl Outliers , Malcolm Gladwell Relativity: the Special Theory , Albert Einstein The Mahabharata Pt 1 and 2 , Ramesh Menon Bhagavad Gita (Sanskrit) , Vyasa Malcolm X: By Any Means Necessary , Walter Dean Myers The Art of Thinking Clearly , Rolf Dobelli On the Origin of Species , Charles Darwin Macbeth , William Shakespeare Documents , Charles D’Ambrosio War Dances , Sherman Alexie The World’s Wife , Carol Ann Duffy Ashes of Roses , Mary Jane Auch 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. Print/Electronic Publications: Nature Scientific American  NFL.com Bleacher Report Journal of Neuroscience FiveThirtyEight News The New York Times The Wall Street Journal Marketplace (NPR): Kai Ryssdal Exhibits Metropolitan Museum of Art; Making Marvels Benaki Museum (Virtual) Tiger Mountain; Bronx Zoo Movies Bahubali 1&2 ( Telugu) Queen (Hindi) The Imitation Game The Godfather  Harriet Shows How It’s Made La Casa de Papel (Español) Parks and Recreation Documentaries The Social Dilemma Free Solo Planet Earth 1&2 Ali Lectures/Talks Ted Talks: “Extreme Ownership”, “How to spot a liar” Until the End of Time - Brian Greene Podcasts The Joe Rogan Experience Brain Science Music Jay-Z Fleetwood Mac Tours Maui Sunset & Stargazing at Haleakala Audio Driving Tour Other New York Giants vs Denver Broncos; Metlife Stadium 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?

I shrieked with pain as streams of blood gushed out of my left temple. My mother frantically wrapped my head with a towel, but it was not nearly enough to absorb the bloody mess covering my face. It w

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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.

Columbia cultivates an unparalleled environment that promotes discovery and perseverance, to which I am eager to join and contribute. I am looking forward to collaborating with a diverse body of motiv

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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.

At Columbia, I will have ample opportunities to collaborate with and contribute to NYC's racially and ethnically diverse communities. By identifying and studying the habits of population groups with t

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As of this moment, what academic areas seem to fit your interests or goals most comfortably? Please indicate up to three. Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology Other Academic Interests? Neuroscience Other Academic Interests? Molecular Biophysics and Biochemistry Why do these areas appeal to you?

Early on, I was mesmerized by biology and its interactions at the molecular level that can have profound effects at the macroscopic scale. When the opportunity arose to launch a research project durin

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Why Yale

Yale cultivates an unparalleled environment that promotes discovery and perseverance, which I am eager to join and contribute to. Along with excellence in the biological sciences, the interdisciplinar

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1.What inspires you? Walks along the beach at sunrise. Comforting and holding a patient's hand. My finding of protein ASCT2’s ability in slowing Parkinson’s. Celebrating Sankranti and the new harvest with my grandparents. 2.You are teaching a Yale course. What is it called? An Adventure to the Core of What Makes Us Human–Meditation: An introduction to the timeless transcendental journey that isolates one’s inner divinity. 3. 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? Dr. Eric Cassell, the father of compassion in medicine. Can love and compassion have a significant impact to heal the mind, body, and soul? 4. Yale students embrace the concept of ‘and’ rather than ‘or’, pursuing arts and sciences, tradition and innovation, defined goals and surprising detours. What is an example of an “and” that you embrace? Eastern and Western. I am proud to be a part of America’s socially and technologically advanced society that promotes passion and discovery, yet, I remain tied to my deep and rich Indian culture. Essays

“Hi Rohit! I am so thankful you decided to volunteer for our campaign. Let’s work hard to win this election!”.  I left the Zoom Meeting with Congressman Josh Gottheimer and his team with excitement,

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Chosen essay

“Saddle Brook Police to the Ambulance Corps, your response is needed for a 34-year-old police officer experiencing shortness of breath; I repeat, a member of service is in need of assistance.” As if

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Penn Main Essay 1

Early on, I was mesmerized by biology and the molecular interactions that can have profound effects at the macroscopic scale. Why would my eyes water so frequently in the springtime? After a fall, why

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Supplemental Essay

“Saddle Brook Police to the Ambulance Corps, your response is needed for a 34-year-old police officer experiencing shortness of breath; I repeat, a member of service is in need of assistance.” As if

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Why Duke?

At Duke, I am excited to collaborate with a diverse body of motivated students and learn from professors who are experts in their fields. My passion for biology and research developed in high school,

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Share a Perspective Response

“Hi Rohit! I am so thankful you decided to volunteer for our campaign. Let’s work hard to win this election!”.  I left the Zoom Meeting with Congressman Josh Gottheimer and his team with excitement,

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''Why Northwestern'' Statement : While other parts of your application give us a sense of who you are, we are also excited to hear more about how you see yourself engaging with the larger Northwestern community. In 300 words or less, help us understand how you might engage specific resources, opportunities, and/or communities here. We are curious about what these specifics are, as well as how they may enrich your time at Northwestern and beyond. Do you plan to complete the ''Why Northwestern'' Statement? (We strongly encourage a response, as your answer will help us connect the dots across your application to imagine what kind of college student you might become.) Yes "Why Northwestern" Statement:

Early on, I was mesmerized with biology and its interactions at the molecular level that can have profound effects at the macroscopic scale. Why would my eyes water so frequently in the springtime? Af

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Describe one non-academic activity during your high school years that has been the most meaningful to you. (250 words or less)

On August 8, 2021, my EMS pager suddenly rang to life, a crackling voice announcing: “18:05 Saddle Brook EMS, this is Katie 644 on dispatch. We’ve got a 5 car motor vehicle accident on Route 17 South

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Write a personal statement indicating why you want to be a physician, why you want an accelerated program and why you've selected this Penn State/Kimmel program. (500 words or less)

I shrieked as blood gushed out of my left temple. My mother frantically wrapped my head with a towel, but it was not enough to absorb the bloody mess covering my face. It was only when I heard the dis

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Describe what you think your strongest qualities are as well as weaknesses that you would like to improve upon. (Recommended length of 250 words or less.)

I am a pragmatic individual that approaches a situation objectively and with logic. I always try to take a step back and not let my emotions get to me when there is a problem and these few seconds of

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Tell us about a time you were unsuccessful and how you grew from this experience. (500 words or less.)

“...Twenty-seven, twenty-eight, twenty-nine, thirty! Two breaths!” I chant, as my EMT partner squeezes the air in the BVM twice into the woman’s lungs. After delivering compressions to her chest for 1

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Personal Statement       Throughout high school, I frequently found myself on a phone call late into the night with classmates, preparing for upcoming exams. It was a joyous moment when my friend, who felt so helpless a few nights prior to the exam, wore a grin on his face as Mr. Miller handed back our tests. These experiences revealed my love for helping others to learn, so I decided to volunteer at Common Denominator, a free tutoring center in New York City. From a young age, my parents ingrained in me the importance and power of education, and I wanted to offer a helping hand specifically to low-income students, who had less access to quality education. More than any other tool and resource, providing kids with education can help them succeed. Growing up a short distance from NYC, I resonated with the youth from the city; once a week I would take a bus across town to tutor. Every interaction I had with students at Common Denominator was incredibly fulfilling. Above all, my interactions and work with Jacob were probably the most meaningful because of what they taught me about myself.

“So you carry over the one if the numbers add up to more than 10 and then add the right column and then keep on going. And that’s it!”       I looked up with a smile, pleased with my explanation of

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