Why do these areas appeal to you? (up to approximately 100 words). (Engineering, Physics, Political Science )

I want to create, design, and innovate because humanity’s quality of life is enhanced as the technology around us improves. To me, engineering is an art, an idea that is forged into reality through cr

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

I gazed at the gothic revival architecture as I walked across the snow-covered streets. It was a Tuesday. This meant my mom was going to bring me to the library. As I played on the steps of the Beinec

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Short Answer (200 characters or about 35 words) 1. What inspires you? 2. Yale’s residential colleges regularly host intimate conversations with guests representing a wide range of experiences and accomplishments. What person, past or present, would you invite to speak? What question would you ask? 3. You are teaching a Yale course. What is it called? 4. Most first year Yale students live in suites of four to six students. What would you contribute to the dynamic of your suite?

1. The idea that I am not a finished product. I have the power to improve myself with determination and education, and in doing so I have the ability to impact and improve the lives of others. 2. I

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If you selected one of the computer science or engineering majors, please tell us more about what has led you to an interest in this field of study, what experiences (if any) you have had in computer science or engineering, and what it is about Yale’s program in this area that appeals to you.(Please answer in 500 words or fewer).

I’ve always wanted to create something that impacts people directly and meaningfully, and engineering enables me to achieve this. In engineering, the smallest detail or innovation can be utilized in t

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Option 2. Reflect on your engagement with a community to which you belong. How do you feel you have contributed to this community? (250 words or fewer)

Topic #2 I volunteered at Yale New Haven Hospital over the past two summers and discovered invaluable lessons about the strength of the human spirit. In my morning shift I was an ambassador at Smilow,

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Option 3. Write about something you would like us to know about you that you have not conveyed elsewhere in your application. (250 words or fewer)

When I was young, I knew I was Trinidadian, but I did not know Trinidad. All I understood was that my mother talked with a funny accent when she was speaking with her relatives. She told me stories of

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Successful students at Johns Hopkins make the biggest impact by collaborating with others, including peers, mentors, and professors. Talk about a time, in or outside the classroom, when you worked with others and what you learned from the experience. (300-400 Word limit)

BANG! I spring off the block with the wind at my back, spikes impaling the earth as I charge forward. “MARK!” I fly past the taped marker on the track, oblivious of the blurring world around me. “HIT!

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(Optional) Duke University seeks a talented, engaged student body that embodies the wide range of human experience; we believe that the diversity of our students makes our community stronger. If you'd like to share a perspective you bring or experiences you've had to help us understand you better-perhaps related to a community you belong to or your family or cultural background-we encourage you to do so. Real people are reading your application, and we want to do our best to understand and appreciate the real people applying to Duke. (250 word limit)

When I was young, I knew I was Trinidadian, but I did not know Trinidad. All I understood was that my mother talked with a funny accent when she was speaking with her relatives. She told me stories of

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If you are applying to the Pratt School of Engineering as a first-year applicant, please discuss why you want to study engineering and why you would like to study at Duke. (150 words)

October 21, 2015: Back to the Future Day. When rewatching the film, I observed how society in 1989 pictured the world to be in 2015, in specific the hoverboards. Aghast, I wondered, “Where are the hov

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Other parts of your application give us a sense for how you might contribute to Northwestern. But we also want to consider how Northwestern will contribute to your interests and goals. In 300 words or less, help us understand what aspects of Northwestern appeal most to you, and how you'll make use of specific resources and opportunities here. (300 word max).

I’ve always wanted to create something that impacts people directly and meaningfully, and engineering enables me to achieve this. Northwestern’s whole-brain engineering experience is unique, offering

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Please briefly elaborate on one of your extracurricular activities or work experiences. (150-400 words)

BANG! I spring off the block with the wind at my back, spikes impaling the earth as I charge forward. “MARK!” I fly past the taped marker on the track, oblivious of the blurring world around me. “HIT!

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Please briefly elaborate on one of your extracurricular activities or work experiences. (150 word limit)

BANG! I spring off the block… My first season of track was not what I expected. I learned after hours of practice how important small details are in an entire race. An integral element of the 4x100m r

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Why are you drawn to the area(s) of study you indicated earlier in this application? If you are "undecided" or not sure which Brown concentrations match your interests, consider describing more generally the academic topics or modes of thought that engage you currently. (150 word limit)

October 21, 2015: Back to the Future Day. When rewatching the film, I observed how society in 1989 pictured the world to be in 2015, in specific the hoverboards. Aghast, I wondered, “Where are the hov

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Why Brown, and why the Brown Curriculum? (200 word limit)

I’ve always wanted to create something that impacts people directly and meaningfully. However, I am curious about so many topics that I could never decide what I wanted to do. I love literature and fi

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Tell us where you have lived - and for how long - since you were born; whether you've always lived in the same place, or perhaps in a variety of places. (100 word limit)

I was born in Manhattan and lived in NYC until I was three. I vaguely remember the day my twin brothers were born in 2002, but most of what I know comes from videos and pictures. I then moved to New H

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We all exist within communities or groups of various sizes, origins, and purposes; pick one and tell us why it is important to you, and how it has shaped you. (100 word limit)

I grew up dancing to the rhythm of my own beat. However, while my younger brothers went to dance classes and performed in talent shows, I only danced behind closed doors. At home my brothers and I had

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Your intellectual life may extend beyond the academic requirements of your particular school. Please use the space below to list additional intellectual activities that you have not mentioned or detailed elsewhere in your application. These could include, but are not limited to, supervised or self-directed projects not done as school work, training experiences, online courses not run by your school, or summer academic or research programs not described elsewhere. (150 word)

I volunteered at Yale New Haven Hospital over the past two summers and discovered invaluable lessons about the strength of the human spirit. After completing my initial training, I was given several r

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No word count

I stare at my screen. No word count? Ambiguous directions? My mind immediately begins to race. What should I write? Where do I start? My eyes fall back onto the panel of glass before me. I smile and b

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How will you explore your intellectual and academic interests at the University of Pennsylvania? Please answer this question given the specific undergraduate school to which you are applying. (400-650 words)

I’ve always wanted to create something that impacts people directly and meaningfully, and engineering enables me to achieve this. In engineering, the smallest detail or innovation can be utilized in t

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1. Which aspects of Tufts’ curriculum or undergraduate experience prompt your application? In short: “Why Tufts or SMFA at Tufts?” (100 words)

I visited Tufts and left the campus feeling excited about the future and my interest in engineering. The informative tour encompassed many different facets of the community including Jumbo, The Cannon

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There is a Quaker saying: “Let your life speak.” Describe the environment in which you were raised – your family, home, neighborhood, or community – and how it influenced the person you are today. (250 words)

“Only boring people get bored,” my dad used to tell me. I did not want to be boring. When I was growing up, my parents did not allow my brothers and me to watch TV or play video games during the week,

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Choose one of six questions (250 words) A. It's cool to be smart. Tell us about the subjects or ideas that excite your intellectual curiosity.

I’ve always wanted to create something that impacts people directly and meaningfully. However, I am curious about so many topics that I could never decide what I wanted to do. I love literature and fi

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Please describe why you are interested in attending Tulane University (optional). (800 word max)

“Kijana, I remember walking down St. Charles Avenue on warm sunny days, breathing in the Osmanthus Fragrans with its sweet apricot-like aroma. There were many days I would walk around campus working s

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Lehigh values inclusive leadership, where students make decisions, take action, and contribute positively to their communities in ways that are purposeful, socially just, and built on integrity. What does this mean to you? 250 to 300 words.

Many believe leadership is about being strong: standing tall when others cannot. While true, I have learned that leadership is more than strength and aptitude. It is selflessness and passion. Instead

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Briefly elaborate on one of your extracurricular activities or work experiences. (150 words)

BANG! I spring off the block… My first season of track was not what I expected. I learned after hours of practice how important small details are in an entire race. An integral element of the 4x100m r

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Short Answer: What is the most significant challenge that society faces today? (50 word limit)

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How did you spend your last two summers? (50 word limit)

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What historical moment or event do you wish you could have witnessed? (50 word limit)

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What five words best describe you? (10 word limit)

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When the choice is yours, what do you read, listen to, or watch? (50 word limit)

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Name one thing you are looking forward to experiencing at Stanford. (50 word limit)

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Imagine you had an extra hour in the day — how would you spend that time? (50 word limit).

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Long Answer: The Stanford community is deeply curious and driven to learn in and out of the classroom. Reflect on an idea or experience that makes you genuinely excited about learning. (100 to 250 words)

October 21, 2015: Back to the Future Day. When rewatching the film, I observed how society in 1989 pictured the world to be in 2015, specifically the hoverboards. Aghast, I wondered, “Where are the ho

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Virtually all of Stanford's undergraduates live on campus. Write a note to your future roommate that reveals something about you or that will help your roommate -- and us -- know you better. (100 to 250 words)

Together, we will brave the unpredictable seas and sail into adulthood. If you are already there, hopefully you can steer me in the right direction. As I am a courteous and prudent individual, I thoug

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Tell us about something that is meaningful to you and why. (100 to 250 words)

As a minority, I value inclusiveness. Unlike the homogenous community I live in, I want to be part of a diverse community that is accepting and appreciative of different cultures. And I have learned t

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