PROMPT #5: Discuss an accomplishment, event, or realization that sparked a period of personal growth and a new understanding of yourself or others.

"Saag paneer, please,” spoken in an Indian accent to the waiters at Moti Mahal to ensure our food was extra spicy. “L’Shana Tova!” carefully achieving the correct intonation when greeting the Jewish s

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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.

Most kids have dogs, cats, and occasionally, chinchillas. I care for different pets: glowing blue algae (dinoflagellates). These organisms create beauty, irreplicable by humans until the 1990s when bl

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What would you say is your greatest talent or skill? How have you developed and demonstrated that talent over time?

“Pollution is good – 3 arguments.” “One, carbon dioxide in the atmosphere helps crops grow, solving global famine. “Two, particles in the air shield the earth from solar radiation, decreasing global

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Describe how you have taken advantage of a significant educational opportunity or worked to overcome an educational barrier you have faced.

“Did that judge vote for you so he could get your number after the debate?” These words, spoken by a male debate teammate, echo in my mind after every round I win, causing me to doubt the legitimacy

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

At debate camp the summer of my junior year on the criminal justice reform topic, I chose to research discrimination in science. My research taught me about the legacy of Henrietta Lacks, who had been

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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 to 250 words)

Most kids have dogs, cats, and occasionally, chinchillas. I care for different pets: glowing blue algae (dinoflagellates). These organisms create beauty, irreplicable by humans until the 1990s when bl

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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 — know you better. (100 to 250 words)

Hey roomie! First things first, tell me your favorite morning beverage after a night of studying, whether it’s a flavored latte, a refreshing iced tea, or a hearty matcha. My morning routine includes

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

“Did that judge vote for you so he could get your number after the debate?” These words, spoken by a male debate teammate, echo in my mind after every round I win, causing me to doubt the legitimacy

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

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

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What historical moment or event do you wish you could have witnessed? (50 word limit)

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

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Name one thing you are looking forward to experiencing at Stanford. (50 word limit)

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Please briefly elaborate on one of your extracurricular activities or work experiences. (50-150 words)

1. How to ride public transportation with a 2-year-old, 2. how to explain addition and subtraction to a 4-year-old, and 3. how to react when siblings fist fight on a bustling street. These are less

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Your intellectual life may extend beyond the academic requirements of your particular school. Please use the space below to list additional intellectual activities that you have not mentioned or detailed elsewhere in your application. These could include, but are not limited to, supervised or self-directed projects not done as school work, training experiences, online courses not run by your school, or summer academic or research programs not described elsewhere. (150 words)

Most kids have dogs, cats, and occasionally, chinchillas. I care for different pets: glowing blue algae, or dinoflagellates. These organisms create beauty, irreplicable by humans until the 1990s when

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Extra essay– The mission of Harvard College is to educate our students to be citizens and citizen-leaders for society. What would you do to contribute to the lives of your classmates in advancing this mission?

“Pollution is good – 3 arguments.” “One, carbon dioxide in the atmosphere helps crops grow, solving global famine. “Two, particles in the air shield the earth from solar radiation, decreasing global

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We are inspired by students who are flexible in their approach to learning, who are comfortable with experimentation, and who are willing to take intellectual risks that move them out of their comfort zone. Reflect on a time that you were intellectually challenged, inspired, or took an intellectual risk—inside or outside of the classroom. How has that experience shaped you, and what questions still linger? (250)

“Pollution is good – 3 arguments.” “One, carbon dioxide in the atmosphere helps crops grow, solving global famine. “Two, particles in the air shield the earth from solar radiation, decreasing global

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