Brown: What is something you created that makes you especially proud, and why? (700 characters)

691-character version
Leading the Vision Trip to the border between China and North Korea left a lasting imprint on my priorly vague notions of reunification...

Notre Dame: Short Answer
Please select three of the following five prompts and provide a response of approximately 150 words to each. Your responses will be read by Notre Dame admissions counselors as we seek to learn more about you. We encourage you to use personal examples, anecdotes, or anything that helps differentiate you from your peers. (1500 characters)
1. In your opinion, what is the difference between intelligence and wisdom? You may cite a historical or fictional example, or offer an illustration from your own experience.
2. The British philosopher, John Stuart Mill, states that "in an imperfect state of the human mind, the interest of truth requires a diversity of opinions." Given that a plurality of voices is crucial to broadening our educational experiences and cultural awareness, what is one view that you hold-large or small-that would contribute to the variety of perspectives at Notre Dame?
3. Gary Gaffney, `69MS, began doctoral work in mathematics at Notre Dame but left to become an artist, eventually earning two degrees in fine art. His poem "Mil Preguntas (a meditation in 1000 questions)" explores a myriad of topics, using queries both whimsical and profound. Some of our favorites are:
What is consciousness?
What is your deepest mystery?
What`s the last honest question you asked yourself?
How often has humanity led you to forgive?
What makes you dream?
Is being ordinary a failure?
What can`t you live without?
Who convinced you about God?
Can you tell the story of faith put to the test?
Why should you care about the rings of Saturn?
What will you never believe?
What will you always believe?
Provide your own answer to one of the author`s inquires and be sure to tell us which question you select.
4. You may have noticed that you have an exemplary passion that separates you from your peers. How does this intense focus set you apart and how will it affect your life`s journey? Please provide us with as much concrete evidence as possible.
5. Why are you interested in attending the University of Notre Dame?

146-word version
...Leading the Vision Trip to the border between China and North Korea left a lasting and unalterable imprint on my priorly vague notions of reunification...

WashU Scholarship Essay: Honorary Scholars Program in Arts & Sciences
On your application for admission, rank the College of Arts & Sciences as your first choice.
Submit an Application for Academic Scholarships and Fellowships, checking the box for the particular scholarship you seek: Compton, Mylonas, Moog, or Lien. You can choose only ONE scholarship.
Submit an official high school transcript. If you have submitted the transcript required to apply for undergraduate admission, you will not need to submit an additional transcript.
Complete four short answers:
Write an answer of 150 words or less to each of the following questions:
1. In which of your accomplishments during high school do you take the greatest pride? (Choose no more than three, and be specific.)

150-word version
Leading the Vision Trip to the border between China and North Korea left a lasting imprint on my priorly vague notions of reunification as the trip completely changed...my attitude...

WashU Scholarship Essay: John B. Ervin Scholars Program, All Undergraduate Schools
Submit an application for admission.
Submit an Application for Academic Scholarships and Fellowships, checking the box for the Ervin Scholars Program.
Write a brief response (150 words or less) to one of the following questions.
1. Describe your most difficult challenge and how you approached it.
2. In which of your high school or community activities do you take the greatest pride? Why?

150-word version
Leading the Vision Trip to the border between China and North Korea left a lasting imprint on my priorly vague notions of reunification as the trip completely changed my attitude...

Brown: We all exist within communities or groups of various sizes, origins, and purposes; pick one and tell us why it is important to you, and how it has shaped you. (1000 characters)

Notre Dame: Short Answer
Please select three of the following five prompts and provide a response of approximately 150 words to each. Your responses will be read by Notre Dame admissions counselors as we seek to learn more about you. We encourage you to use personal examples, anecdotes, or anything that helps differentiate you from your peers. (1500 characters)
1. In your opinion, what is the difference between intelligence and wisdom? You may cite a historical or fictional example, or offer an illustration from your own experience.
2. The British philosopher, John Stuart Mill, states that "in an imperfect state of the human mind, the interest of truth requires a diversity of opinions." Given that a plurality of voices is crucial to broadening our educational experiences and cultural awareness, what is one view that you hold-large or small-that would contribute to the variety of perspectives at Notre Dame?
3. Gary Gaffney, `69MS, began doctoral work in mathematics at Notre Dame but left to become an artist, eventually earning two degrees in fine art. His poem "Mil Preguntas (a meditation in 1000 questions)" explores a myriad of topics, using queries both whimsical and profound. Some of our favorites are:
What is consciousness?
What is your deepest mystery?
What`s the last honest question you asked yourself?
How often has humanity led you to forgive?
What makes you dream?
Is being ordinary a failure?
What can`t you live without?
Who convinced you about God?
Can you tell the story of faith put to the test?
Why should you care about the rings of Saturn?
What will you never believe?
What will you always believe?
Provide your own answer to one of the author`s inquires and be sure to tell us which question you select.
4. You may have noticed that you have an exemplary passion that separates you from your peers. How does this intense focus set you apart and how will it affect your life`s journey? Please provide us with as much concrete evidence as possible.
5. Why are you interested in attending the University of Notre Dame?

162-word version
As a youth leader of the Hope Sharing Association, a civic group that helps North Korean refugees to adapt to the Korean society and encourages youths to cultivate their own perspectives on the reunification issue, I had the chance to found the 학교명 Hope Nest club...

Grinnell: One of the fascinating qualities of Grinnell College is the diversity of its student body. Grinnell students come from around the world and from innumerable socioeconomic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. What place, people, or culture would you like to get to know better and why? (approximately 250 words)

299-word version
Leading the Vision Trip to the border between China and North Korea left a lasting imprint on my priorly vague notions of reunification as the trip completely changed my attitude as well as of those fellow students who readily joined in the company...