Describe a topic, idea, or concept you find so engaging that it makes you lose all track of time. Why does it captivate you? What or who do you turn to when you want to learn more? (max 650 words)

I never thought I would find myself inhabiting the world of computational chemistry: modeling molecules, studying quantum theory, typing specifications. It’s a beautiful June day, and I could be outsi

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Describe any projects, special courses, jobs, or awards of yours that are related to science or mathematics. (4,000 characters)

Over the past summer, most of my days (and some nights) were spent conducting research with a graduate-level computational chemistry laboratory in the University of Minnesota. While creating, adjustin

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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)

I have been fascinated by physics since 6th grade, when I first watched Neil deGrasse Tyson’s “Cosmos: A Spacetime Odyssey.” I was hooked; the series elucidated complex scientific themes and made me f

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Tell us about something that is meaningful to you and why. (250)

My clay-caked hands sculpt the 6-inch mug in front of me, smoothing out the imperfections on its rounded base while being careful to preserve the lined surface of its handle. The piece explores the ju

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

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

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

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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. (100-300)

On a cold, Saturday evening in Minnesota, Breck School is lifeless except for the brightly illuminated third floor. Is this an oversight by the janitorial team? No, the Breck Robotics team is pulling

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Please discuss your interest in science and mathematics. (4,000 characters)

Colors flashed before me depicting scenes in a fantastical universe. I was in 6th grade, watching Neil DeGrasse Tyson’s “Cosmos: A Spacetime Odyssey.” With every episode, my brain felt like it was exp

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Briefly discuss your 1) educational and 2) career goals (4,000 characters)

I am pursuing physics and computer science at Northwestern. Utilizing the resources of the Weinberg College of Arts & Sciences and the McCormick College of Engineering, I will study the intersection o

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Why is ISP interesting to you? (4,000 characters)

For my undergraduate experience, I want to have an intimate academic setting where I can make meaningful relationships with my teachers and peers while taking challenging, rigorous courses. This is wh

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Describe any projects, special courses, jobs, or awards of yours that are related to science or mathematics. (4,000 characters)

Over the past summer, most of my days (and some nights) were spent conducting research with a graduate-level computational chemistry laboratory in the University of Minnesota. While creating, adjustin

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