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.

An Odd Conversation I was heading home when I saw a homeless sitting on a narrow curb and pressing his legs to his chest. I decided to buy him some food. Spotting his fairly clean clothes, I asked hi

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The University of Miami's official mascot is the ibis. Folklore maintains that the native marsh bird is the last to take shelter before a hurricane hits and the first to emerge once the storm passes, making it an apt symbol of courage and resilience. Considering your ability to control your own motivation and behavior, how have past experiences helped build your courage and resilience to persist in the face of academic and life challenges so that, once these storms pass, you can emerge in continued pursuit of your goals? (250 words)

“How could I allow that?” Shouting. The team members, whom I had been training for this math competition where we had just lost, were loudly accusing each other of the defeat.  Completely shocked, I f

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Additional Intellectual Experiences (optional)

Coursera course on Machine Learning : During my senior year, I took this course by Andrew Ng to explore the field of artificial intelligence and machine learning. Already having experience in RPA, web

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EC Essay (100 words?)

My internship at the [Redacted Organization] introduced me to the downside of the AI industry: the immense carbon footprint of deep models. I realized that to be able to develop as an AI engineer I ha

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What specific plan do you have, if any, for using the education you hope to receive? (50 words)

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A prompt of your choice

HARVARD OPTIONAL ESSAY “Drumming: Seeking My Fortune.” Prologue. “Where in the world is it?!” Saturday night. Christmas holidays. Everyone has already gone to sleep, so that meant that I could re-p

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Engineering is inherently collaborative. What does collaboration mean to you? What strengths do you bring to the collaborative process? (250 words if I'm not mistaken)

Shouting . The team members, whom I had been training for this math competition where we had just lost, were loudly accusing each other of the defeat. Completely shocked, I felt like I was detached fr

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For you, what makes Cornell Engineering special? Why do you want to attend Cornell Engineering?

As I glanced through foxed pages of my physics textbook, I shuffled my feet, hoping to find the topic of “Astronomy and Satellites,” which would have provided me with valuable material for my research

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Why Duke? (200 words)

Coming across the MIT Technology Review article on the carbon footprint of Artificial Intelligence, I realized how detrimental designing intelligent systems is for Environment; for a moment, I doubted

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Share a Perspective Response (What perspective can you bring to Duke?) 250 words.

I belong to the community of givers. Although my parents are not the most well-heeled, they are the most generous people I know in this world. Ever since I was a child, they have always taught me the

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Essay 1 - Tell us about a time or experience in which you encountered failure. (250)

“How could I allow that?” Shouting. The team members, whom I had been training for this math competition where we had just lost, were loudly accusing each other of the defeat. Completely shocked, I

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Essay 2 - Tell us about a life situation, media story, or topic – beyond or outside of a classroom or formal assignment – that has captivated you, inspired your curiosity, and lead you to delve more deeply into learning about a subject on your own. (250)

While researching entertaining facts about AI for my Machine Learning course, I came across the article “Training a single AI model can emit as much carbon as five cars in their lifetimes.” I was stun

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Essay 3 - Tell us about how you have collaborated with and worked together within a small group of your peers on some task or endeavor in the past, or about how you imagine you will work with your Caltech peers in the future. (250)

After our church worship band’s rehearsals where I'm a drummer and a bassist, I always took a ride home with one of my bandmates. Chatting with each member individually, I realized I could use our sma

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Extracurricular Activities

Prologue.              “Where in the world is it?!”               Saturday night. Christmas holidays. Everyone has already gone to sleep, so that meant that I could re- play my favorite “Uncharted

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Why major at Pomona? (200 words)

Although AI can significantly improve people’s lives and its potential has not been fully unlocked yet, its harm to the global environment freaks me out. Therefore, with a double-major in Computer Sci

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We believe that everyone has something to contribute and receive from a diverse community. Why is belonging to a diverse and inclusive college community important to you? (200 words)

I am looking at the stage brightly lit by a white light. Now and then the glitter of silver electric guitar strings on the shoulder of a 15-year-old member of our band is catching my gaze. I can hear

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"Why Northwestern" Statement:

Today, the artificial intelligence model is regarded as “good” if it can be characterized as explainable, transparent, and provable. However, that is incorrect. Following this logic, we favor models t

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What you are interested in studying and why?

Summer night. My cousin’s place. Taking another sip of a chocolaty-flavored coffee with my sweaty hands after seeing yet another “WASTED” screen, I started wondering if this GTA San Andreas level was

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In the past 3 to 4 years, what experience(s) have you had (inside or outside of the classroom) related to your selected first-choice major or academic interest?

My internship at the [Redacted Organization] introduced me to the downside of the AI industry: the immense carbon footprint of deep models. I realized that to be able to develop as an AI engineer I ha

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How does your selected first-choice major relate to your future career goals?

In the future I see myself responsible for the research of carbon-friendly AI models. That’s why I found UIUC the best place to realize my future aspirations. At UIUC, with a major in Computer Scienc

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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.

Shouting. The team members, whom I'd been training for this math competition, where we had just lost, were loudly accusing each other of the defeat. Suddenly I felt detached from reality and became a

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Every person has a creative side, and it can be expressed in many ways: problem solving, original and innovative thinking, and artistically, to name a few. Describe how you express your creative side.

"Whiplash." Many people recognize this film about ambitious drummer Andrew Neiman for its immersive plot, the brilliant play of actors, or for multiple prestigious awards. But not me. Making me sit on

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Think about an academic subject that inspires you. Describe how you have furthered this interest inside and/or outside of the classroom.

Through the mysterious golden ratio and established equation of piano key frequencies, mathematics found a way to explain things as cryptic as the patterns in nature and music harmony. Fascinating me

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

My church holds charity events. Before the start of the winter season, all church parishioners gather to donate unneeded stuff, such as outgrown clothes, household appliances, toys, etc. for other pari

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Extracurricular Activities Essay (300 words)

Prologue. “Where in the world is it?!” Saturday night. Christmas holidays. Everyone has already gone to sleep, so that meant that I could re- play my favorite “Uncharted 4

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Describe how your experiences, perspectives, talents, and/or your involvement in leadership activities (at your school, job, community, or within your family) will help you to make an impact both in and out of the classroom while enrolled at UT (250-300)

Shouting. The team members, whom I had been training for this math competition, where we had just lost, were loudly accusing each other of the defeat. None of the team members was listening to anyone.

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The core purpose of The University of Texas at Austin is, "To Transform Lives for the Benefit of Society." Please share how you believe your experience at UT-Austin will prepare you to “Change the World” after you graduate.

My internship at [Redacted Organization] project has opened my eyes to how real and urgent the problem of minimizing the carbon footprint of AI systems is. Giving me strong foundations in software eng

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Why do you want to study your chosen major specifically at Georgia Tech? (300 words)

Summer night. My cousin’s place. Taking another sip of coffee with my sweaty hands after seeing yet another “WASTED” screen, I wondered if this GTA San Andreas level was even possible to complete. “Ok

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Most students choose their intended major or area of study based on a passion or inspiration that’s developed over time – what passion or inspiration led you to choose this area of study? (300 word maximum)

Through the mysterious golden ratio and established equation of piano key frequencies, mathematics found a way to explain things as cryptic as the patterns in nature and music harmony. Fascinating me

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Many students pursue college for a specific degree, career opportunity or personal goal. Whichever it may be, learning will be critical to achieve your ultimate goal. As you think ahead to the process of learning during your college years, how will you define a successful college experience? (300 word maximum)

While researching entertaining facts about AI for my Machine Learning course, I came across the article “Training a single AI model can emit as much carbon as five cars in their lifetimes.” I was stun

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Consider your application as a whole. What do you personally want to emphasize about your application for the admission committee’s consideration? Highlight something that’s important to you or something you haven’t had a chance to share. Tell us, don’t show us (no websites please). (300 word maximum)

“How could I allow that?” Shouting. The team members, whom I had been training for this math competition where we had just lost, were loudly accusing each other of the defeat. Completely shocked, I

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How do you hope a Notre Dame education and experience will transform your mind and heart?

As a down-to-earth Christian committed to community service and a fighter for AI sustainability, I know that Notre Dame is the ideal place for my academic aspirations to flourish and for my soul to be

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1. If you were giving a Lightning Talk, what topic would you choose?

Have you ever imagined our world being invaded by an army of AI-driven androids? I guess many of us did, but the truth is that AI is much sneakier than we think: it would rather let our planet overhea

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