Share an essay on any topic of your choice. It can be one you've already written, one that responds to a different prompt, or one of your own design.

My dad once told me, “When I was younger, I was a tree, and my mother would cut down all my branches [passions] until I was left with only one STEM. ” Autumn: The leaves fall.  My dad raised me wi

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Academic Division Olin Business School Primary Major of Interest: Organization & Strategic Management Secondary Major of Interest (if any): Economics & Strategy Pre-Professional Interest (if any): Pre-MBA What you are interested in studying and why

With WashU’s flexibility, I no longer have to learn in a vacuum. Honestly, I’ve never liked to. I may have been a STEM student, but I also enjoyed sociology through my theater and advocacy work, whe

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Do you wish to be considered for a special program? Beyond Boundaries Beyond Boundaries short answer

The world of AI is a vastly new field. Some say that people are going to lose jobs and others say the workforce will be just as up and running, just in a different way. I stand with the latter.  W

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Academic areas at Emory

Through Goizueta Business School’s Business and Society major, I will be able to achieve my purpose of global impact by combining both human interaction and finance–which I have loved since the 7th

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Please answer one of the following questions: Emory University has a strong commitment to building community. Tell

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Please provide your response to your second selection here

With my quiet, calculation-based math background and my boisterous, emotion-based theater personality, I combine both the art and academic community through my organization YourNarrative. In [Sc

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The Babson education prepares students for all types of careers across business, entrepreneurship, social innovation, and more. Tell us about your interest in this area of study and in Babson specifically. (500 words maximum). We invite you to submit your answer in either essay OR video format. If you choose to submit a video, please limit your response to a 1-minute video, which can be submitted via a shared link to YouTube or another video hosting website. Please ensure your video is set to public and is accessible to the Admission Committee.

Hello, my name is [Name Redacted] and with already business and entrepreneurial experience, I believe I would be a great addition to Babson’s undergraduate class. Through my entrepreneurial, managem

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1 research with Professor Bal, an expert on Arts & Entertainment and Marketing Strategy, on the intersection between business and the arts, eventually advancing initiatives for students interested i

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A defining element of the Babson experience is learning and thriving in an equitable and inclusive community with a wide range of perspectives and interests. Please share something about your background, lived experiences, or viewpoint(s) that speaks to how you will contribute to and learn from Babson's collaborative community. (250 words maximum)

Babson is the future–growing the next batch of world leaders and multi-millionaires. And the future, as much as we try to push it down, is AI. Now, there are two sides to this. An increase in STEM

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Short Answer Prompt Vanderbilt offers a community where students find balance between

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Short Response

YourNarrative holds a very special place in my heart. The idea to help others develop their passions stemmed from how my dad did not accept me for who I am and my passion for theater. To him, only o

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Please explain why you wish to study in the academic areas you selected above.

My love for seeing a smile brighten up encourages me to create nuanced, yet realistic solutions in my advocacy work, so I can lead a better future. With the rise of AI, the Entertainment Industry

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Based upon your exploration of Rice University, what elements of the Rice experience appeal to you?

I find harmony in running to math discussions still in my flamboyant, theater makeup. But while some pit the arts and STEM against one another–to me–that’s the beauty of Rice. I can already imagine

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2023 Essay Selection Rice is strengthened by its diverse community of learning and discovery

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Please write an essay on the topic selected. Common Application

1 I understand how difficult it feels to be inside a high-pressure cooker–and believe me I’ve used quite a lot as a Chinese-American. Every time I raised my hand, my cram-school advisor would yell “

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Honor System acknowledgement Shirlyn Huang

3 B o t h h e r l e g s a r e b e i n g h e l d u p . S o w h o s e l e g i s t h a t i n t h e b a c k g r o u n d ? The Box Upload 4 S h i r l y n H u a n g h u a n g s h i r l y n @ g m a i l .

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E d u c a t i o n

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F r e s h m a n Y e a r : S o p h o m o r e Y e a r : J u n i o r Y e a r : S e n i o r Y e a r :

E n g l i s h 9 E n g l i s h 1 0 A P E n g l i s h L a n g u a g e A P E n g l i s h L i t e r a t u r e A l g e b r a 2 H o n o r s P r e c a l c u l u s H o n o r s a n d C o m p o s i t i o n

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S t a n d a r d i z e d T e s t S c o r e s A C T : 3 3 | M a t h : 3 5 | E n g l i s h : 3 4

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H o n o r s & A w a r d s

A m e r i c a n M a t h e m a t i c s C o m p e t i t o r - A m e r i c a n I n v i t a t i o n a l M a t h e m a t i c s E x a m i n a t i o n ( A I M E ) Q u a l i f i e r ( N o v 2 0 2 0 ) -

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S u m m e r P r o g r a m s a n d I n t e r n s h i p s

P l a n U S A Y o u t h L e a d e r s h i p A c a d e m y ( S u m m e r 2 0 2 3 - P r e s e n t ) - G r e w l e a d e r s h i p p r o j e c t Y o u r N a r r a t i v e , a n d c o n n e c t e d w

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S k i l l s

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Most significant challenge society faces

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Last two summers

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Historical moment or event you'd like to witness

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Extracurricular activity, job, or family responsibility

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Five things that are important to you

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Idea or experience that makes you excited about learning

I was scared to learn for half my life. Every time I raised my hand, my cram-school director would yell “Shut up” while my friends kept their heads low. For every failed attempt, a star in my sky of

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Note to future roommate

Hey, new Bestie~ Looks like the housing questionnaire paired us up together, so let’s find out why. Let’s share our ideal day-in-the-life at Stanford! Here’s mine. 8:30-12:00pm: On a day without

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Life experiences, interests and character that would help you make a distinctive contribution to Stanford

I used to live with a compliant mask on, but thanks to my summer camp, I realized how unreasonable my cram-school was being. On a particularly harsh day, when my director was yelling at a friend–who

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Life experiences / contribute to Harvard

Every time I raised my hand, my cram-school's advisor would yell “Shut up” while my friends kept their heads low.  It was only after I attended a math summer camp when I started asking questions aga

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Intellectual experience

I was scared to learn for half my life. For every wrong question, a star in my sky full of possibilities burnt out–leaving darkness whenever I tried to learn.  14 Trying to salvage a glimmer of ho

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EC/employment/travel/family experiences

I understand how difficult it feels to be inside a high-pressure cooker–and believe me I’ve used quite a lot as a Chinese-American.  [School Redacted] has a “college-climbing” culture, meaning whe

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Education plans

Elle Woods in her Harvard graduation speech once said “It is with passion…that we take our next steps.” As a Harvard Law Student in Legally Blonde the Musical, I stand by this quote. Harvard is ho

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Roommate intro

Hey, new Besties~ Looks like our First-Year Housing Questionnaires have paired us together, so let’s find out why. Let’s share 3 things about us.  First: Hello, my name is [Name Redacted] and if

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at Princeton? Your choice is not binding in any way: A.B. As a research institution that also prides itself on its liberal arts curriculum, Princeton allows students to explore areas across the humanities and the arts, the natural sciences, and the social sciences. What academic areas most pique your curiosity, and how do the programs offered at Princeton suit your particular interests? (Please respond in 250 words or fewer)

Before, I was incredibly headstrong about Finance. I mean, who doesn’t love money?  But, during an investment competition, while my peers took the balance sheets at face value, I became curious as

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In which program of study do you think you would like to major at Princeton? Your choice is not binding in any way: Sociology In addition to the major you noted above, please indicate which minor or certificate program might interest you: Finance In which second program of study do you think you would like to major at Princeton? Your choice is not binding in any way: Princeton School of Public and International Affairs

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indicate which second choice minor or certificate program might interest you: Theater and Music Theater Princeton allows students to apply for admission with or without SAT or ACT scores. Students who do not submit standardized test scores will not be at a disadvantage in the admission process. I have submitted or will submit ACT or SAT scores, and would like them

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Your Voice Princeton values community and encourages students, faculty, staff and leadership to engage in respectful conversations that can expand their perspectives and challenge their ideas and beliefs. As a prospective member of this community, reflect on how your lived experiences will impact the conversations you will have in the classroom, the dining hall or other campus spaces. What lessons have you learned in life thus far? What will your classmates learn from you? In short, how has your lived experience shaped you? (500 words or fewer)

I’ve lived with a mask on for half my life. My cram-school brainwashed me into a calculation robot–believing failure is a weakness and asking questions is a sign of imperfection. For every wrong quest

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Princeton has a longstanding commitment to understanding our responsibility to society through service and civic engagement. How does your own story intersect with these ideals? (250 words or fewer)

I understand how difficult it feels to be inside a high-pressure cooker–and believe me I’ve used quite a lot as a Chinese-American.  [School Redacted] has a “college-climbing” culture, meaning when

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More About You Please respond to each question in 50 words or fewer. There are no right or wrong answers. Be yourself! What is a new skill you would like to learn in college?

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What brings you joy?

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What song represents the soundtrack of your life at this moment?

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What academic areas fit your interests or goals most comfortably? Sociology Other Academic Interests? Economics Other Academic Interests? Theater & Performance Studies A topic or idea that excites you related to your academic interests?

With Yale’s Liberal Arts education, I no longer have to learn in a vacuum. Honestly, I’ve never liked to. I may have been a STEM student, but I also enjoyed sociology. In theater, whenever I perform a

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Consider Testing Yes

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Why Yale

I find harmony in running to math discussions while still in my flamboyant theater makeup. But while some pit the arts and STEM against one another, to me, that’s the beauty of Yale: a university wi

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2. Teach college course, write a book, create art Method Acting in Everyday Life: Be Who You Want To Become. From a

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3. Who has had a significant influence & what impact? Grace built my sociability: integrating me with friends and igniting my

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4. Something about you I love dinosaurs and anything pre-historic related! Essay

I’ve lived with a mask on for half my life: afraid to learn. Every time I raised my hand, my advisor would yell “Shut up” while my peers kept their heads low. For every failed attempt, a star in my

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Gratitude Question

Heyyy Bestie, I love you! So, so much! Do you remember the first time we met? At the time, I didn't have many friends nor passions to live for, but you happily integrated me into your friend group w

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Community Question

My experience at WhartonYouth is a metaphor for what I love about Penn: an impactful preprofessional program with a balance between the liberal arts [sociology] and practical learning [finance]. Dur

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Wharton Essay

When my parents first immigrated, they made a life-changing decision: for my mother to receive an abortion. After intensive research, I joined PlanUSA and on International Day of the Girl, our membe

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Huntsman Program - Language Chinese (Mandarin)

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extensively you have studied the language you selected for the Huntsman program. Spoke since baby, 17 years; 10 years academically HUNTSMAN: Huntsman Program in International Studies and Business

As the founder of a mental health organization that furthers the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals, it is essential to relate business and international relations back to SDG 3 Good He

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Supplemental Essay

Every time I raised my hand, my cram-school advisor would yell “Shut up” while my friends kept their heads low.  It was only after I attended a math camp–where students’ curiosity was encouraged–t

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Why Duke?

Duke’s pre-professional emphasis and living-learning communities that engage ethically in the world are perfect for the future I want to create.  With the rise of AI, the Entertainment Industry an

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Application

1 realized all eyes were on her. Embarrassed, she stormed off to her office. Within seconds all my friends started hugging me, creating a wholesome ball of smiling children. Slowly, rather than keep

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Being Different optional essay response

I understand how difficult it feels to be inside a high-pressure cooker–and believe me I’ve used quite a lot as a Chinese-American.  [School Redacted] has a “college-climbing” culture, meaning tha

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"Any person...any study" Writing Supplement

With Ezra’s vision of “...any person…any study,” I no longer have to learn in a vacuum. In fact, I’ve never liked to. I may have been a STEM student, but I also enjoyed sociology. In theater, I alwa

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Business Response

I understand how difficult it feels to be inside a high-pressure cooker–and believe me I’ve used quite a lot as a Chinese-American.  [School Redacted] has a “college-climbing” culture, meaning that

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Application

1 becoming: no one wanted to take risks and be “different,” because they would be ostracized. In my case, I was criticized for not being a “typical” art or STEM student.  While my math friends were

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Personal experiences short essay

I understand how difficult it feels to be inside a high-pressure cooker–and believe me I’ve used quite a lot as a Chinese-American.  [School Redacted] has a “college-climbing” culture, meaning tha

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Optional short essay questions 5) Individual background, 2) Interdisciplinary culture 2) Interdisciplinary culture

With the rise of AI, the Entertainment Industry and social jobs will be more prevalent and needed than ever. With Northwestern’s major in sociology and minor in Business Institutions, I hope to jump a

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5) Individual background

I’ve lived with a mask on for half my life: afraid to speak. Every time I raised my hand to ask a question, my cram-school advisor would yell “Shut up” while my friends kept their heads low. For eve

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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)

With Brown’s Open Curriculum, I no longer have to learn in a vacuum. In fact, I’ve never liked to. I may have been a STEM student, but I also enjoyed sociology. In theater, I always study the way my

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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.

I’ve lived with a mask on for half my life. Every time I raised my hand, my cram-school advisor would yell “Shut up” while my friends kept their heads low. For every failed attempt, a star in my sky

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1 Why is the quadratic formula written the way that it is? Opening my curiosity to mathematical proofs. How can I apply this derivative to engineering a building? Opening my brain to real-world ap

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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)

I know Brown is the perfect place for my growth because, funnily enough, this is the very question that helped me–my Personal Statement–transition from being a “trauma dump” to someone who leads lif

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What three words best describe you? (3 words)

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Most meaningful extracurricular commitment

To find harmony between artists and scientists, I created YourNarrative–a safe abode–where my 2 peers can excel academically without giving up their artistic passions. So far, our youth has shared o

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

Method Acting in Everyday Life: Be Who You Want To Become.  Open to everyone from seasoned performers to the glossophobic. This course explores the Meisner Technique, where we’ll dive deep into ou

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Why Brown?

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