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

My eyelids drooped as my blood sugar dwindled. The grumbles of my empty stomach intensified—hunger consumed my every thought. For five excruciating hours, I had practiced every bit of choreography and

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Why Yale

I am biracial, interested in science and social activism, and have big-city dreams while living in a small suburban town. When searching for colleges, I prioritized the value of a diverse community wi

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Essay

“What is your zodiac sign?” I eagerly await my physics teacher’s answer, while having a couple of predictions in the back of my mind.  This fascinating question is the first thought that comes to mi

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Chosen essay

Buns slicked back, pointe shoes wound tight, young girls synchronized in motion. For 13 years, I have spent most afternoons in my dance studio - my second home. Dance is important to me not only becau

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What inspires you?

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You are teaching a Yale course. What is it called?

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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? What question would you ask?

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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?

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Penn Main Essay 1

I am both a STEM-focused individual and human rights advocate. My intellectual pursuits extend far beyond the confines of a specific field of study. I plan to integrate my passions for medical equity

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Penn Main Essay 2

In the city of Brotherly Love, Penn’s community holds to Philadelphia's Quaker values - unity and acceptance. Despite the plethora of differences in background and thought, Penn students all have one

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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)

I am a science-loving student and social equality advocate. As an embracer for the word “and” the confines of a field of study do not excite me - however, Brown’s open curriculum most certainly does.

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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)

Raised in white suburbia, I experienced microaggressions because of my race. My younger self never embraced my multi-cultural roots due to environmental factors that plagued my self-confidence.  In

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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)

“What is your zodiac sign?” I eagerly await my physics teacher’s answer, while having a couple of predictions of my own.  This fascinating question is the first thought that comes to mind when I mee

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What factors encouraged your decision to apply to Barnard College, and why do you think the college would be a good match for you?

Barnard breeds strong-willed and independent women prepared to change the world. Barnard women all share a distinct determined look, floating on the confidence-filled air surrounding them. On my tour

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At Barnard, academic inquiry starts with bold questions. What are some of the bold questions you have pondered that get you excited, and why do they interest you? Tell us how you would explore these questions at Barnard.

As an Afro-Latina interested in science, the medical field is not a welcoming place for people like me. A field dominated by white males and their influential hold on scientific advancements and socie

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Pick one woman — a historical figure, fictitious character, or modern individual — to converse with for an hour and explain your choice. Why does this person intrigue you? What would you talk about? What questions would you ask them?

When researching topics to start my Girl Scout Gold Award, I was introduced to Paige Fraser - the co-founder of the Fraser Foundation and well-known dancer at Alvin Ailey. I was intrigued by her story

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Applicants to the Science Pathways Scholars Program for Underrepresented Minority and First- Generation Students: Please outline your interest in pursuing science and scientific research. You may reflect on your past experiences, discuss your role models, or describe your educational and career goals.

As a child, I experienced various phases that fueled my passion for innovation and creativity. I have always been a very artistic and curious-minded individual. From attending painting classes at my l

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What about being a student at Boston University most excites you? (250 word maximum)

As a STEM-focused student, BU’s science programs and value to integrating minorities into this field excite me. BU’s Undergraduate Research Program provides immense accessibility and support to encour

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Trustee Scholars Essay Response

The bright lights illuminate the vinyl floors, as the audience anxiously awaits the next performance. Behind the curtains, the cast and I silently feed off each other's energy - squeezing each other's

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Why NYU

Growing up in a small suburban town, my summers living in New York City during my participation in Alvin Ailey’s Summer Dance Intensive cultivated my dreams of furthering my education in the city know

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