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.

When we moved to the US, it was intriguing to see cars everywhere, traffic lights working, and most surprisingly, McDonald’s only sold burgers and chicken nuggets. Who would’ve thought that McDonald’s

Unlock profile to read full content

Describe an example of your leadership experience in which you have positively influenced others, helped resolve disputes, or contributed to group efforts over time.

"Everybody count", a phrase that I need to repeat to make sure we are in sync together. As captain of the color guard team, I took responsibility to understand the needs of each individual and to ensu

Unlock profile to read full content

Describe how you have taken advantage of a significant educational opportunity or worked to overcome an educational barrier you have faced.

As a first-generation student, I need help with navigating my academics and college planning, so I joined Upward Bound (UB). As a UB scholar, I had the opportunity to meet people with shared experienc

Unlock profile to read full content

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 have an ongoing struggle with finding a belonging as an immigrant. I wasn't used to restaurants not having traditional Filipino style meals with rice and an entrenor riding in a car and seeing traff

Unlock profile to read full content

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

During the pandemic, many people disregarded public health warnings. Cases continued to rise especially in [Place Redacted] County and people were not taking safety measures seriously. Hearing inconsi

Unlock profile to read full content

Penn Main Essay 1

From participating in a Public Health Task Force Program to becoming a Public Health Youth Advisor, knowledge acquisition and application for the betterment of my community continues to drive my inter

Unlock profile to read full content

Penn Main Essay 2

Living in a Hispanic-dominated community as a Filipino surrounded by different languages and cultures, I found comfort and support from our shared experiences as immigrants, low-income, and first-gene

Unlock profile to read full content

Penn Main Essay 1

From participating in a Public Health Task Force Program to becoming a Public Health Youth Advisor, knowledge acquisition and application for the betterment of my community continues to drive my inter

Unlock profile to read full content

Penn Main Essay 2

Living in a Hispanic-dominated community as a Filipino surrounded by different languages and cultures, I found comfort and support from our shared experiences as immigrants, low-income, and first-gene

Unlock profile to read full content

Agriculture and Life Sciences Response

Whether it is admiring Cayuga Lake in the center of campus at Ho Plaza or exploring waterfalls and gorges that surround Cornell, I am excited to be surrounded by a thriving tight-knit community. As a

Unlock profile to read full content

Communities Essay

Living in the Hispanic-dominated community of [School Redacted] as a Filipino made me feel isolated and disconnected. Going to El Super, a local grocery store, the similarities and differences between

Unlock profile to read full content

Why that College or School?

“Sorry, I’m not quite familiar with the term G6PD. Can you explain that to me?” my cousin asked my nurse over the phone. My nurse proceeded to explain what G6PD Deficiency meant. I admired my nurse’s

Unlock profile to read full content

Danforth Short Answer

In the Public Health Task Force Program, I actively listened to public health professionals discuss problems, including health disparities and epidemiology and worked in groups to construct presentati

Unlock profile to read full content

Danforth Essay

Once my classmates knew I was Filipino, questions bombarded me. “Do you eat a lot of seafood?” one asked. “Yes,” I replied. Living in a Hispanic-dominated community as a Filipino made me feel isolated

Unlock profile to read full content

Ervin Essay

In the Public Health Task Force Program, I actively listened to public health professionals discuss problems, including health disparities and epidemiology and worked in groups to construct presentati

Unlock profile to read full content

Rodriguez Short Answer

As the captain and the sole person with field experience, leading a group filled with newbies required focus and understanding of each individual’s needs to ensure an efficient environment. In a fast-

Unlock profile to read full content

Rodriguez Essay

Once my classmates knew I was Filipino, questions bombarded me. “Do you eat a lot of seafood?” one asked. “Yes,” I replied. Living in a Hispanic-dominated community as a Filipino made me feel isolated

Unlock profile to read full content

What you are interested in studying and why

In the Public Health Task Force Program, I actively listened to public health professionals discuss problems, including health disparities and epidemiology and worked in groups to construct presentati

Unlock profile to read full content

What academic areas are you interested in exploring in college?

My interest in Nursing started when I joined a public health task force program where I educated others about COVID-19 prevention, and how social determinants of health contribute to health disparitie

Unlock profile to read full content

Please provide your response to your second selection here

Living in a Hispanic-dominated community as a Filipino I found comfort in our shared experiences. Wanting to feel a sense of belonging I put effort into trying new foods, and attending my friend’s qui

Unlock profile to read full content

Prompt Essay:

Living in a Hispanic-dominated community as a Filipino immigrant I felt out of place. I slowly assimilated to the community because English being my second language, I found comfort in our shared expe

Unlock profile to read full content

Academic Interest

As a Communications major minoring in Global Health Studies, I look forward to integrating knowledge of managing communication across media with the global perspective of public health issues to trans

Unlock profile to read full content

Why do these areas appeal to you?

I decided to join the Public Health Task Force program because widespread misinformation was putting my community in danger. I felt a sense of urgency to educate myself to advocate for my underreprese

Unlock profile to read full content

Why Yale

From traveling 25 miles to receive healthcare to waiting weeks to get a doctor’s appointment, I will focus on advocating for underrepresented communities for equitable healthcare. By majoring in Histo

Unlock profile to read full content

Essays

Watching “They Call Us Monsters” in IB TOK class sparked my memory on Social Cognitive Theory from my Psychology class. From young Jarad witnessing his father’s suicide attempt to young Antonio witnes

Unlock profile to read full content

Chosen essay

Prompt A: Once my classmates knew I was Filipino, questions bombarded me. “Do you eat a lot of seafood?” one asked. “Yes,” I replied. Living in a Hispanic-dominated community as a Filipino made me f

Unlock profile to read full content

"Why Northwestern" Statement:

Whether it’s enjoying the ducks on Lake Michigan or the fireflies during summer, I am excited to craft a multifaceted experience at Northwestern. Taking Intro to Health Communication combined with T

Unlock profile to read full content

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

Leading a collaboration post about first-gen students for AZNAcitivists challenged my creativity and analytical skills. From gathering speakers for the interview to editing the video and constructing

Unlock profile to read full content