Example Application Essay Questions
Common Application Essays
- Describe a challenge you faced that tested your values and resilience. How did you navigate it, and how did this experience shape your approach to leadership or collaboration?
- Share one or two pivotal moments that helped you grow in your understanding of LGBTQ2+ issues. How did these moments shape your perspective or actions?
- If you could host a panel for O4U Digital what would you talk about (Queer History/Culture/Tech etc.) ?
- If you had unlimited time and resources, propose an engineering-driven initiative that positively impacts society—whether socially, culturally, economically, or environmentally. Your idea may be inspired by an academic project, work experience, or personal curiosity.
- What does life sciences mean to you currently, and how does it shape the future you’re imagining for yourself and your community?