Some students have a background, identity, interest, or talent that is so meaningful they believe their application would be incomplete without it. If this sounds like you, then please share your story.

“Lessons Learned in Flight” I gazed with excitement at the iconic United Airlines Boeing 747 about to take off less than a mile away from me. I aimed the small red camera at the plane and pressed the

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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. (350 words)

The beat of the song reverberates in my head. I think through the different patterns and beats that I will have to play through the song, preparing myself for the most complex parts. I grip my sticks

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What would you say is your greatest talent or skill? How have you developed and demonstrated that talent over time? (350 words)

I aim the point-and-shoot camera at the Boeing 747 taking off in front of me. As it rolls down the runway, I press the shutter button, capturing the iconic aircraft as it takes off. From listening to

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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. (350 words)

I had just been informed of a new activity in [Organization Redacted], my Sea Cadet unit. The CyberPatriot season was starting up again. CyberPatriot is a youth cyber competition that trains competit

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What have you done to make your school or your community a better place? (350 words)

The Star-Spangled Banner played in harmony as our band began another Saturday's drill. It was another rehearsal at [Organization Redacted] ([Organization Redacted]). Soon, we would be rehearsing our m

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

In the not so far off future, self-driving cars will become the norm in transportation. Flying cars will be gradually introduced, opening up new forms of travel through both the land and air. Both of

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

Rice’s innovative approach to academics is seen through a CEE study’s use of machine learning for earthquake engineering conducted by the Natural Hazards Mitigation Group. While machine learning is no

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Rice is lauded for creating a collaborative atmosphere that enhances the quality of life for all members of our campus community. The Residential College System and undergraduate life are heavily influenced by the unique life experiences and cultural tradition each student brings. What life perspectives would you contribute to the Rice community?

Honor. One of the core values of the Navy (and Sea Cadets). In 2017, I joined [Organization Redacted], which is part of the U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps (USNSCC), a youth program sponsored by the Navy

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