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In the 2025-2026 application cycle, colleges made some of the most significant changes to essay evaluation in a generation. The reason? Artificial Intelligence (AI). Some schools have dropped numeric essay scores. Others have begun to warn applicants that AI-generated text could cost them their admission. And a growing number of universities have added supplemental prompts […]
The University of Michigan, located in Ann Arbor, Michigan, is known for its school spirit, research excellence, and strong commitment to public impact. With world-class programs across engineering, business, the arts, and the sciences, Michigan offers students the chance to lead and develop real-world solutions. University of Michigan attracts intellectually driven, socially engaged students who […]
Applying to Emory University means joining a community rooted in academic rigor, ethical leadership, and a commitment to service. Located in Atlanta, with a vibrant liberal arts tradition and nationally recognized programs in the sciences, business, and humanities, Emory offers students the opportunity to connect intellectual inquiry with real-world impact. Students are encouraged to explore […]
Applying to Duke University means joining a vibrant community in Durham, North Carolina, where campus pride and academic intensity meet. Duke attracts students eager to connect learning with purpose, from cutting-edge research in the Pratt School of Engineering to interdisciplinary exploration in the Trinity College of Arts & Sciences. Your Duke supplemental essays are your […]
Located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) is a world-renowned research university driven by curiosity and a persistent pursuit of innovation. With a 3:1 student-to-faculty ratio and an emphasis on hands-on, interdisciplinary learning, MIT empowers students to push the boundaries of science, technology, business, and the arts. Numbers and rankings tell only […]
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