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. (250-650 words)

I used to see poetry as an escape. I thought that every poem was a boat, and each stanza was the rowers. I found comfort in believing that I could unwrite my struggles, calling them my “Weaponized Tho

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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. (250-650 words)

I used to see poetry as an escape. I thought that every poem was a boat, and each stanza was the rowers. I found comfort in believing that I could unwrite my struggles, calling them my “Weaponized Tho

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What is the most significant challenge that society faces today?* (3-word min; 50-word max)

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How did you spend your last two summers? (3-word min; 50-word max)

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What historical moment or event do you wish you could have witnessed?* (3-word min; 50-word max)

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Briefly elaborate on one of your extracurricular activities, a job you hold, or responsibilities you have for your family. (3-word min; 50-word max)

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Name one thing you are looking forward to experiencing at Stanford.* (3-word min; 50-word max)

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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.* (100-250 words)

I have always been mesmerized by nature. My first memories of this come from first grade. My best friend at the time, [Name Redacted], and I would sit at recess and go through the National Geographic

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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.* (100-250 words)

Dear roommate, My name is [Name Redacted]. I have been contemplating how to describe myself in 250 words or less, for quite some time. I figured I would start with the basics. I am inspired by scre

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Tell us about something that is meaningful to you and why.* (100-250)

Music has always been a prevalent aspect of my life. Music is meaningful to me because of its ability to flawlessly evoke emotion, whether it be through instruments, nonsensical lyrics, or carefully c

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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. (250-650 words)

I used to see poetry as an escape. I thought that every poem was a boat, and each stanza was the rowers. I found comfort in believing that I could unwrite my struggles, calling them my “Weaponized Tho

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