The Stanford Supplement Short Essays

Candidates must respond to all three questions/topics. Please respond to the following
essay topics with up to 250 words.

1. Stanford students are widely known to possess a sense of intellectual vitality. Tell
us about an idea or an experience you have had that you find intellectually
engaging.
2. Virtually all of Stanford’s undergraduates live on campus. Write a note to your
roommate that reveals something about you or that will help your roommate—and
us—know you better.
3. Tell us what makes Stanford a good place for you.

Harvard Supplement Essay

Occasionally, students feel that college application forms do not provide a sufficient
opportunity to convey important information about themselves or their accomplishments.
If there is something you would like us to know, please inform us below. If you wish to
include an additional essay, you may do so.

Possible Topics:
- Unusual circumstances in your life
- Travel or living experiences in other countries
- Books that have affected you the most
- An academic experience (course, project, paper, or research topic) that has meant the
most to you
- A list of the books you have read during the past twelve months