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

Pas de deux — step for two. Every ballerina’s dream: to wear a tutu and tiara adorned with jewels while partnering with a guy. That dream became my reality. I was about to perform the Sugar Plum Fair

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Harvard has long recognized the importance of enrolling a diverse student body. How will the life experiences that shape who you are today enable you to contribute to Harvard? (200 words)

The toughest choice I’ve faced has been between ballet and academics. All my life I had thought of myself as a ballerina, someone who was born to be on the stage. This innate connection to dance is

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Briefly describe any of your extracurricular activities, employment experience, travel, or family responsibilities that have shaped who you are.* (200 words)

I was forced into cross country when I was 11 years old by my coach because I was a “runner.” The following year, I became team captain, and the sport I despised became one I loved; not for the runnin

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How do you hope to use your Harvard education in the future?* (200 words)

Growing up attending an all-girls school, through occasional coed interactions, I noticed the discrepancies in the way boys and girls were treated. This became even more evident when I attended cour

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Top 3 things your roommates might like to know about you.* (200 words)

One. I’ll start with a warning. One day, if you open the door and my foot is above my head perched on a stool, do not call 911. I’m a ballerina. And, no, I am not auditioning for the Conjuring — th

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Briefly describe an intellectual experience that was important to you.* (200 words)

Growing up in a racially homogenous society has both its challenges and benefits. I am a Russian-American who has called Japan home for 15 years, making me a member of multiple cultural groups. Despit

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Write a short thank-you note to someone you have not yet thanked and would like to acknowledge. (We encourage you to share this note with that person, if possible, and reflect on the experience!) (150-200 words)*

Dear Aditi, I remember the first time we met: a Book Bowl contest, where we religiously read 20 chapter books in order to win an American-British dictionary. Remember when we held our books up proud

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How will you explore community at Penn? Consider how Penn will help shape your perspective, and how your experiences and perspective will help shape Penn. (150-200 words)*

Growing up in a racially homogenous society has both its challenges and benefits. Despite being born in the US, I am Japanese at heart, yet face a lack of acceptance in my community. Discrimination is

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Wharton prepares its students to make an impact by applying business methods and economic theory to real-world problems, including economic, political, and social issues. Please reflect on a current issue of importance to you and share how you hope a Wharton education would help you to explore it. (150-200 words) To help inform your response, applicants are encouraged to learn more about the foundations of a Wharton education here. This information will help you better understand what you could learn by studying at Wharton and what you could do afterward.*

Having resided in Japan for 15 years, I’ve witnessed a persisting social issue: the gender wage gap, notably prominent in East Asia. For instance, South Korea, where the 2022 wage gap reached 31.1%. T

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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 pursue them at Brown. (200-250 words)

The toughest choice I’ve faced has been between ballet and academics. All my life I had thought of myself as a ballerina, someone who was born to be on the stage. This innate connection to dance is wo

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Students entering Brown often find that making their home on College Hill naturally invites reflection on where they came from. Share how an aspect of your growing up has inspired or challenged you, and what unique contributions this might allow you to make to the Brown community.

Growing up in a racially homogenous society has both its challenges and benefits. I am a Russian-American who has called Japan home for 15 years, making me a member of multiple cultural groups. Despit

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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)

Coffee — a highly caffeinated drink that smells like sweet heaven and surprisingly does not keep me awake — brings me joy. My love for coffee stemmed from 115 hours, approximately 4 days and 19 hours,

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What three words best describe you? (3 words)

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What is your most meaningful extracurricular commitment, and what would you like us to know about it? (100 words)*

I’ve been a first-hand witness to a persisting social issue: the gender wage gap. In 2022, South Korea’s wage gap was 31.1%, one of the highest globally. In response, I decided to undertake research o

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If you could teach a class on any one thing, whether academic or otherwise, what would it be? (100 words)*

“Breaking the Glass Ceiling: Unraveling the Global Gender Wage Gap,” a course covering the history behind the gender pay gap. This course would challenge students to conduct discussions on maternity l

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In one sentence, Why Brown? (50 words)*

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Reflect on a social or community issue that deeply resonates with you. Why is it important to you, and how have you been involved in addressing or raising awareness about it? (350 words)

Growing up attending an all-girls school, through occasional coed interactions, I noticed the discrepancies in the way boys and girls were treated. This became even more evident when I attended course

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Trustee Scholars Essay

Growing up in a racially homogenous society undoubtedly presented its fair share of challenges and benefits.  I am a Russian-American who has called Japan home for 15 years, making me a member of mu

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What is the most significant challenge that society faces today?* (50 words)

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How did you spend your last two summers?* (50 words)

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How did you spend your last two summers?* (50 words)

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Briefly elaborate on one of your extracurricular activities, a job you hold, or responsibilities you have for your family.* (50 words)

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List five things that are important to you.* (50 words)

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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.* (250 words)

Having lived in Japan for 15 years, I’ve observed a persisting social issue: the gender wage gap. Despite global coverage, progress remains stagnant, particularly in East Asian countries like South Ko

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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 – get to know you better.* (250 words)

Dear roomie, There are three things you should know about, before moving in together:  One. One day, if you open the door and my foot is above my head perched on a stool, do not call 911. I’m a b

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Please describe what aspects of your life experiences, interests and character would help you make a distinctive contribution as an undergraduate to Stanford University.* (250 words)

Growing up in a racially homogenous society has both its challenges and benefits. I am a Russian-American who has called Japan home for 15 years, making me a member of multiple cultural groups. Despit

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