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Supplemental Essays: Writing a Great ‘Why This College?’ Essay

by Michelle P. You’ve tackled the main Common App essay with a great story showing your change and growth. Perhaps...

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Supplemental Essays: Why this Major?

by Drew C. “Briefly discuss your reasons for pursuing the major you have selected.” “Why this major?” is one of...

3 Easy Ways to Strengthen Your College Essay

3 Easy Ways to Strengthen Your College Essay

by Michelle P. Whether you are working through the flurry of UC essays or jumping between one supplement to the...

Summer at Stanford for Aspiring Doctors and Medical Researchers

by Hanan R. While at Stanford during summer break, I got the sense that there were more high schoolers than...

UC Prompt #8: Filling in the Picture

by Drew C. UC prompt #8: Beyond what has already been shared in your application, what do you believe makes...

UC Prompt #7: Improving Your Community

by Molly R. What have you done to make your school or your community a better place? Things to consider:...

STEM Summer Programs

by Justin B. The possibilities of summer are endless and can include academic enrichment, international travel, volunteering, paid jobs, internships,...

UC Prompt #6: Favorite Academic Area

by Sarah M. UC prompt #6: Think about an academic subject that inspires you. Describe how you have furthered this...

My Medical Journey and Nurturing Empathy & Expertise

by Shiv G. In this blog post, I’ll discuss my personal journey and insights gained so far in my medical...