Discuss an accomplishment, event, or realization that sparked a period of personal growth and a new understanding of yourself or others (650 words or fewer)

They’re just words. That’s the mindset I’ve had for the majority of my life. My old notebooks were filled with hastily scribbled science diagrams and illegible notes, but when looking back at journal

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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 or fewer)

I used to hate physics. With its enigmatic equations and concepts, it seemed destined to be my academic nemesis. However, a transformative announcement by my teacher turned the tide: “We’re starting

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What would you say is your greatest talent or skill? How have you developed and demonstrated that talent over time? (350 words or fewer)

There’s a phrase in the game League of Legends called FF15. FF stands for forfeit, and 15 represents the time, specifically 15 minutes, at which forfeiting becomes possible. It’s a way of giving up, t

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What have you done to make your school or your community a better place? (350 words or fewer)

When introducing a subject in Korean, the word “our” or uri is used. Instead of saying “my family” or “my house,” we use “our family” or “our house.” This practice is not merely a grammatical point; i

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

They’re just words. That’s the mindset I’ve had for the majority of my life. My notebooks were filled with hastily scribbled notes, but when looking back, I have found myself forged within the stroke

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We want to be sure we’re considering your application in the context of your personal experiences: What aspects of your background, your identity, or your school, community, and/or household settings have most shaped how you see yourself engaging in Northwestern’s community, be it academically, extracurricularly, culturally, politically, socially, or otherwise? (300 words or fewer)

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Northwestern fosters a distinctively interdisciplinary culture. We believe discovery and innovation thrive at the intersection of diverse ideas, perspectives, and academic interests. Within this setting, if you could dream up an undergraduate class, research project, or creative effort (a start-up, a design prototype, a performance, etc.), what would it be? Who might be some ideal classmates or collaborators? (200 words or fewer)

What To-Do Next Ever wondered why someone (you fill in the blank) can effortlessly get things done while you struggle? Have you ever questioned the science behind the addictive satisfaction of comple

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Northwestern’s location is special: on the shore of Lake Michigan, steps from downtown Evanston, just a few miles from Chicago. What aspects of our location are most compelling to you, and why? (200 words or fewer)

Among my friends, there's a running joke about me living at the library. It's a stretch, but it's truly become my second home. To me, my library card and my driver’s license are equally important beca

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Our families and communities often define us and our individual worlds. Community might refer to your cultural group, extended family, religious group, neighborhood or school, sports team or club, co-workers, etc. Describe the world you come from and how you, as a product of it, might add to the diversity of the University of Washington. (300 words or fewer)

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We want to understand your desire to learn new things and to push your education outside of the areas of learning that you are most familiar with. Tell us why this type of learning interests you and which subjects you’re excited to explore in college. (450 words or fewer)

28/100. That was the grade I received on my first physics test. It was as if I had been thrust into an alien realm where equations, theories, and concepts pirouetted before my eyes, taunting me with

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Additional Info Additional Awards Notable Science Olympiad Invitational Placings - 15th out of 150 teams at the 2021 [Name Redacted] for Write It CAD It - 1st, 1st, and 3rd at the 2021 [Name Redacte

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Tell us why you decided to apply to the University of Wisconsin-Madison. In addition, please include why you are interested in studying the major(s) you have selected. If you selected undecided please describe your areas of possible academic interest. (650 words or fewer)

The teacher cautioned us fourth graders that what she was about to unveil might be gross, but I only leaned in closer upon hearing that. Opening the box, she revealed half of a sheep’s brain. While my

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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 or fewer)

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Short Answer Questions

Describe yourself in three words. First Word: What? Second Word: Why? Third Word: How? What is your favorite snack? Fuyu Persimmons (the best part of every fall is the first piece I bite into) Best

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USC Dornsife Applicants: Many of us have at least one issue or passion that we care deeply about – a topic on which we would love to share our opinions and insights in hopes of sparking intense interest and continued conversation. If you had ten minutes and the attention of a million people, what would your talk be about? (250 words or fewer)

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The University values diversity, broadly defined to include diversity of experiences, perspectives, backgrounds, and talents. Enrolling a diverse community of scholars interested in learning with and from each other fosters discussion and discovery inside and outside of the classroom. Please share briefly how you might contribute to, or benefit from, our community of scholars. (150 words or fewer)

When introducing a subject in Korean, the word “our” is used. We say “our family” instead of “my family,” reflecting Confucianist ideals that emphasize the group. So why does a communal society take s

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Please include an explanation of why you would like to study the major(s) you have selected. You may also use this space to indicate your interest in other major(s) in the colleges listed above. (150 words or fewer)

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How does the University of Chicago, as you know it now, satisfy your desire for a particular kind of learning, community, and future? Please address with some specificity your own wishes and how they relate to UChicago.

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There are unwritten rules that everyone follows or has heard at least once in their life. But of course, some rules should be broken or updated. What is an unwritten rule that you wish didn’t exist? (Our custom is to have five new prompts each year, but this year we decided to break with tradition. Enjoy!)

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Vanderbilt offers a community where students find balance between their academic and social experiences. Please briefly elaborate on how one of your extracurricular activities or work experiences has influenced you. (250 words or fewer)

In Korean culture, introducing a subject involves using the word "our" or uri instead of "my," reflecting a collectivist approach rooted in Confucianist ideals prioritizing the group over the individu

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