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

“I can’t breathe.” Hundreds of demonstrators lay face down with their hands behind their backs on the sun-drenched concrete of Daley Plaza in the heart of downtown Chicago. Their powerful voices echo

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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.

As a biracial Christian, it may seem ironic that I am the president of my school’s Israeli Club. Israeli Club is one of 30 cultural clubs at my high school. International Days and Nights is a showcase

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

During COVID, I took advantage of my free time by applying to the Chicago ACE (Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering) Mentor Program, and I will forever be grateful for that decision. The

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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 did not practice until I got it right. I practiced until I could not get it wrong. I did not reach my limits. I pushed past them. Mental and physical breakdowns were a daily occurrence. Perfection w

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Beyond what has already been shared in your application, what do you believe makes you stand out as a strong candidate for admissions to the University of California?

My dad can trace his roots back to the Atlantic Slave Trade and grew up in the inner city of Chicago. My mom is White and a fourth-generation farmer in rural Illinois. The relationships and experience

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What is the most significant challenge that society faces today?

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How did you spend your last two summers?

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What historical moment or event do you wish you could have witnessed?

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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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Name one thing you are looking forward to experiencing at Stanford.

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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.

Judging by the cheers coming from my AP Physics classroom, one might have thought we landed a rocket on the moon. In actuality, we successfully launched a Hot Wheels car from a ramp off a table and la

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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.

Hey future roommate! I am so excited to begin my Stanford journey with you, but first, here is a heads up: I’ll be the first to admit I’m a neat freak, so you can always count on me for a tidy room e

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Tell us about something that is meaningful to you and why.

As a gymnast, I did not practice until I got it right. I practiced until I could not get it wrong. Mental and physical breakdowns were a daily occurrence. Perfection was required, and in trying to ach

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Everyone belongs to many different communities and/or groups defined by (among other things) shared geography, religion, ethnicity, income, cuisine, interest, race, ideology, or intellectual heritage. Choose one of the communities to which you belong, and describe that community and your place within it.

As a biracial Christian, it may seem ironic that I am the president of my school’s Israeli Club. Israeli Club is one of 30 cultural clubs at my high school. International Days and Nights is a showcase

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Describe the unique qualities that attract you to the specific undergraduate College or School (including preferred admission and dual degree programs) to which you are applying at the University of Michigan. How would that curriculum support your interests?

Sitting in my house on the tenth story of my 43-story highrise, seven-year-old me was terrified. The tornado sirens blasted, the wind roared, and the floor-to-ceiling windows looked like they were goi

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Explain, in detail, an experience you've had in the past 3 to 4 years related to your first-choice major. This can be an experience from an extracurricular activity, in a class you’ve taken, or through something else.

In my last three years of high school, I participated in Chicago’s ACE (Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering) Program. My interest in civil engineering was confirmed through working with

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Describe your personal and/or career goals after graduating from UIUC and how your selected first-choice major will help you achieve them.

Growing up in a 43-story highrise in downtown Chicago, I have always been intrigued by the city’s built environment. From the John Hancock building to the new Vista Tower, I am fascinated by the techn

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You have selected a second-choice major. Please explain your interest in that major or your overall academic or career goals.

After my undergraduate career, I hope to complement my engineering degree with a Masters in Business Administration to gain an advantageous combination of engineering and business skills. Industrial E

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Vanderbilt offers a community where students find balance between their academic and social experiences. Please briefly elaborate on how one of your extracurricular activities or work experiences has influenced you.

I did not practice until I got it right. I practiced until I could not get it wrong. I did not reach my limits. I pushed past them. Mental and physical breakdowns were a daily occurrence. Perfection w

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For the Morrill Scholarship: In what ways have your life experiences and/or endeavors prepared you to be an active Morrill Scholar who will champion diversity, inclusion, service, and/or social justice on campus? Please answer fully, and when possible, provide specific examples.

As a biracial Christian, it may seem ironic that I am the president of my school’s Israeli Club. Israeli Club is one of 30 cultural clubs at my high school. International Days and Nights is a showcase

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Why do you want to study your chosen major specifically at Georgia Tech?

Growing up in downtown Chicago, I have always been intrigued by the city’s architecture. To explore my curiosity, I joined Chicago’s ACE (Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering) Mentor Pro

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For Pitt Honors Program: If you could change anything in the world, what would it be? Explain why and how you would change it.

I believe one of society's most significant problems is that people define each other by their differences and often lose sight of how we are all the same. Conflict stems from people not understanding

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