Main essay and supplement essay (depended on application)

"Between the World and Me," by Ta-Nehisi Coates, relates his experience of racism in America as a letter to his son. In this letter, Coates explains that American society talks about reality as if it

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List the titles of the required readings from academic courses that you enjoyed most during secondary/high school. (75 words or fewer)

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List the titles of the books, essays, poetry, short stories or plays you read outside of academic courses that you enjoyed most during secondary/high school. (75 words or fewer)

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We’re interested in learning about some of the ways that you explore your interests. List some resources and outlets that you enjoy, including but not limited to websites, publications, journals, podcasts, social media accounts, lectures, museums, movies, music, or other content with which you regularly engage. (125 words or fewer)

Browsing the NY State Senate Website to read new proposed legislation and explore current legislation, Case Law on Justia.com, New Amsterdam on NBC, Ted Talk Daily, Emergency Medicine Cases on Spotify

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A hallmark of the Columbia experience is being able to learn and live in a community with a wide range of perspectives. How do you or would you learn from and contribute to diverse, collaborative communities? (200 words or fewer)

Growing up in New York City, I have experienced first hand the structural barriers that keep our diverse communities from truly integrating and one thing going to Columbia could offer me is the chance

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FOR ALL UC: 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.

"Plie, chasse, releve, fondu, coupe, jete, passe, rond de jambe" Ballet is learning a new language, the swift demonstration of mastered movements does not make it any easier. I never imagined dancin

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FOR ALL UC: Describe an example of your leadership experience in which you have positively influenced others, helped resolve disputes, or contributed to group efforts over time.

In front of the Interagency Coordinating Council, I was representing the [Organization Redacted]. I was representing my community with three minutes to testify on harmful effects of policing in school

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The Admission Committee is interested in getting to know each student as well as possible through the application process. Please respond to each of the following prompts. 150 Please explain why you wish to study in the academic areas you selected above.

Academic background forms the basis, but real insight comes from action. In each of these areas, Rice can offer connections to real life which will guide my interests. Political science, as an academi

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Based upon your exploration of Rice University, what elements of the Rice experience appeal to you? 150

Talking with Rice students, I feel their genuine sense of community and belonging. This reminded me of the [Organization Redacted] where my work over the last three years has been an exhilarating expe

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What is the most significant challenge that society faces today?*

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

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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 to 250 words)*

Dear roommate, I hope you are looking forward to the next four years just as I am. We may not be taking the same classes but we will respect each other’s differences and celebrate our shared experien

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At Penn, learning and growth happen outside of the classrooms, too. How will you explore the community at Penn? Consider how this community will help shape your perspective and identity, and how your identity and perspective will help shape this community. (150-200 words)

I have always enjoyed listening to TED-talks, going to community events, sipping coffee in conference rooms, and traveling. At UPenn, these enjoyments will continue. Lectures, seminars, and symposia a

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Why us?

Academic background forms the basis, but real insight comes from action. MIT can offer connections to real life which will guide my interests. Political science, as an academic discipline will be new

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For A.B. Degree Applicants or Those Who are Undecided: 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 about 250 words.)

Academic background forms the basis, but real insight comes from action. While undecided on what I want to be, I wish to pursue a career involved in changing disproportionate practices and barriers pr

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