My head shot up to look at the clock. I only had six minutes left. I rushed to finish chopping the zucchini to place it in the oven. I couldn't be late to pick my younger sister up from swim practice. I roughly slid the tray in and immediately felt the heat of the oven flood my face. In the distance I heard the familiar ringtone of my cellphone and I hurried to answer the call knowing it was my...

While hurrying to keep up with my tour guide in the pouring rain, it became clear to me that Northwestern University was exactly where I belonged. Even in the dark, dreary weather, I could imagine myself in the O.T. Hogan building studying biology and taking advantage of all the amazing facilities it provides. As a prospective Biological Science major at the Weinberg College of Arts and Sciences, I appreciated learning about the many research opportunities and funding available for...

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Yes I did use a private counselor because I didn't feel I was getting enough attention from my school counselor. She was...

When choosing schools I first thought about whether or not there was one school that I was absolutely sure I wanted to go to that was more of a reach. I ended up visiting Northwestern University and falling in love with it so I applied there early decision which...

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