Some students have a background, identity, interest, or talent that is so meaningful they believe their application would be incomplete without it. If this sounds like you, then please share your story.

"No on 8, yes is hate!" With these words, my journey into political activism had begun.      I was born four years before my moms were allowed to get married in the state of California. Months later,

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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.

Freude! Freude! The harmonious conversation of woodwinds and strings reverberates around me. Brass boasts a triumphant countermelody. The choir erupts in the German words of the fourth movement of B

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Describe the most significant challenge you have faced and the steps you have taken to overcome this challenge. How has this challenge affected your academic achievement?

I learned at a young age that my family wasn’t ordinary. It was the second grade. I was giving a class presentation entitled "All About my Family". "But you can't have two mommies, everyone has a mom

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What have you done to make your school or your community a better place?

We designed flyers, reached out to community members, and spread the word. Now, nearly 500 people of all ages, genders, and ethnicities marched as a Latina alumni, an African-American community member

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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.

“You’re not just Gabriel the extemper anymore. The underclassmen idolize you. You have to be Gabriel the captain now.” When my coach spoke these words, it helped me learn what it truly means to be a

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Most significant challenge society faces

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Last two summers

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Historical moment or event

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Briefly elaborate on one of your extracurricular activities, a job you hold, or responsibilities you have for your family.

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One thing you are looking forward to at Stanford

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Reflect on an idea or experience that makes you excited about learning

This past summer, my extracurricular, personal, and academic worlds clicked like puzzle pieces. At work, I had to explain to exasperated customers that the price of our pastrami sandwich had in fact g

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Note to future roommate

Dear roommate,      I should warn you in advance: I have the sleep schedule of an old man. After my 7:00 PM routine of shouting answers during Jeopardy, I’m off to bed. If I’m feeling like a real pa

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Something meaningful to you and why

My uncle loves to cook, so for a Father's day gift, his daughter, my cousin Sam, made a family cookbook. In it are complex recipes like my grandmother's spätzle, and sarcastic inside jokes such as a p

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