How do Stanford students stand out beyond grades and test scores?
Join us to explore and analyze essays from students admitted to Stanford’s Class of 2030, including College Essays, Supplemental Essays, and Short Answers.
What We Will Explore
Common Application Personal Essays: How students use personal experiences to reveal their character, values, and personal growth.
Supplemental Essays: How students communicate their intellectual curiosity, individuality, and potential contributions to a university community.
Short Answers: How a few carefully chosen words can reveal personality, interests, and ways of thinking.
Beyond Grades and Test Scores: What families can learn from these essays about the broader educational philosophy behind holistic admissions at highly selective U.S. universities.
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All parents are welcome!