Discuss an accomplishment, event, or realization that sparked a period of personal growth and a new understanding of yourself or others

Fifty-two seconds remaining. “Let me help you write the logic statement,” I told Omar, our team leader. "I don't need your help; I’ll figure it out," he snapped. I didn’t reply; I never could—my cou

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Think of all the activities — both in and outside of school — that you have been involved with during high school. Which one are you most proud of and why? (This can include an extracurricular activity, a club/organization, volunteer activity, work or a family responsibility). Please limit your response to 250-300 words.

Imagine scrolling through piles of Facebook pages and shady websites written in Arabic, desperately searching for a volunteering opportunity, only to feel more lost than before. This frustration was m

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Why do you want to study your chosen major and why do you want to study your major at Georgia Tech?* Max 300 words

Growing up, I've always wondered how a programmer designed a programming language to program a program to program programs. From designing algorithms to building systems, programming turns abstract co

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Everyone belongs to many different communities and/or groups defined by (among other things) shared geography, religion, ethnicity, income, cuisine, interest, race, ideology, or intellectual heritage. Choose one of the communities to which you belong, and describe that community and your place within it. 300 words

7:40 AM. I stood outside reception, grabbing my bag as laughter echoed around me. When Mr David arrived, he introduced me to my class. Eyes fixed on me, the room went silent before returning to normal

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Describe the unique qualities that attract you to the specific undergraduate College or School (including preferred admission and dual degree programs) to which you are applying at the University of Michigan. How would that curriculum support your interests? 550 words

Hearing from distinguished speakers like Professor Mahmoud Mohieldin at the model COP27 conference in October 2022 truly opened my eyes to the serious challenges our environment is facing. I was inspi

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Explain, in detail, an experience you've had in the past 3 to 4 years related to your first-choice major. This can be an experience from an extracurricular activity, in a class you’ve taken, or through something else.* 150 words

When a friend from Malaysia approached me to participate in an international hackathon, I was initially hesitant. Then, Mr Mike—my computer science teacher from Malaysia—explained how hackathons could

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Describe your personal and/or career goals after graduating from Illinois and how your selected first-choice major will help you achieve them.* 150 words

In summer 2022, I was searching online for volunteering programs—but all I found were countless shady websites. Realizing that technology can bridge gaps in opportunity, I co-founded Connectree, a pla

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You have selected a second-choice major. Please explain your interest in that major or your overall academic or career goals. * 150 words

Living in Egypt for the past three years has felt like a crash course in real-world economics. From prices quadrupling to the currency’s repeated depreciation due to decreasing foreign reserves, exper

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Discuss one of your personal qualities and share a story, anecdote, or memory of how it helped you make a positive impact on a community. This could be your current community or another community you have engaged. 250 words

Imagine scrolling through piles of Facebook pages and shady websites written in Arabic, desperately searching for a volunteering opportunity, only to feel more lost than before. This frustration was m

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Discuss an academic topic that you’re excited to explore and learn more about in college. Why does this topic interest you? Topics could be a specific course of study, research interests, or any other area related to your academic experience in college. 250 words

Have you ever wondered how a programmer programmed a programming language to program a program to program programs? I have. It’s a mind-boggling concept that never fails to amaze me! As a tennis ent

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Tell us why you decided to apply to the University of Wisconsin-Madison. In addition, please include why you are interested in studying the major(s) you have selected. If you selected undecided please describe your areas of possible academic interest. (you may enter up to 650 words).

“How many more wake-up calls do we need? Entire regions becoming unlivable. Global supply chains under strain. People forced to relocate.” Listening to Professor Mohieldin and other distinguished spea

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What field of study appeals to you the most right now? (Note: Applicants select from a drop-down list.) Tell us more about why this field of study at MIT appeals to you. (100 words)

Prices quadruple. EGP depreciates severely. Living in Egypt has been a crash course in real-world economics, motivating me to understand the principles behind these events. My time here also exposed t

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What historical moment or event do you wish you could have witnessed? 50 words *

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What is the most significant challenge that society faces today? 50 words *

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How do you hope to use your Harvard education in the future? 150 words *

After tirelessly searching for volunteering opportunities, I found only shady websites; imagine how this inaccessibility discourages changemakers seeking legitimate programs. Inspired by this, my team

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Please respond in less than 200 characters (approx 35 words or fewer). If you could teach any college course, write a book, or create an original piece of art of any kind, what would it be?

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Why are you interested in the major you indicated as your first-choice major? Please limit your response to 250-300 words.

Have you ever wondered how a programmer programmed a programming language to program a program to program programs? I have. It’s a mind-boggling concept that never fails to amaze me! As a tennis ent

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Think of all the activities — both in and outside of school — that you have been involved with during high school. Which one are you most proud of and why? (This can include an extracurricular activity, a club/organization, volunteer activity, work or a family responsibility). Please limit your response to 250-300 words.

Imagine scrolling through piles of Facebook pages and shady websites written in Arabic, desperately searching for a volunteering opportunity, only to feel more lost than before. This frustration was m

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How will opportunities at Purdue support your interests, both in and out of the classroom? (Respond in 250 words or fewer.)

In summer 2022, I was searching online for volunteering programs—but all I found were countless shady websites. Realizing that technology can bridge gaps in opportunity, I co-founded Connectree, a pla

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Briefly discuss your reasons for pursuing the major you have selected. (Respond in 250 words or fewer.)

Growing up, I've always wondered how a programmer designed a programming language to program a program to program programs. From designing algorithms to building systems, programming turns abstract co

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