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Stanford
PROMPT #1-What is the most significant challenge that society faces
today? (50 words)
Cognitive biases including confirmation bias can affect rational judgment, potentially leading to
social tension and a lower adoption(change word) of knowledge and technology. To solve this,
we can explore the neurological aspects of behavior, leveraging technology like robots and
machine learning algorithms to help people understand their own biases. (50)
Another challenge:
PROMPT #2-How did you spend your last two summers? (50 words)
After tenth grade, I stayed with and educated children at an Indian orphanage, started
automating a local business.
After eleventh grade, I participated in FBLA Mobile Application Development nationals, worked
on a closet to recommend clothes, interned at the School of Mines, and fundraised for and
developed my learning platform. (50)
PROMPT #3-What historical moment or event do you wish you could have
witnessed? (50 words)
The 1920 Spanish flu. I would investigate the psychological and cognitive factors, which led to
vastly different outcomes compared to the Covid-19 pandemic. Combining this data, would lead
to an evaluation of biases and thinking that could affect global health care concerns, which
could be applied to address societal problems. (50)
Option 1: I wished I had witnessed the 12 years of Lord Mahavir’s life. He went through
tremendous hardships but still had compassion for everyone. Didn’t get to eat for over 6
months, still it didn’t deter him from his goal of shredding all the karmas. So much so, his head
was put on fire still he was in deep meditation and praying for the best for all. End result is he
was able to attain nirvana and passed on abundant knowledge to generations to come. Tells me
that once you set on your goal, you don’t want to let other factors affect you.
Option 2:
PROMPT #4-Briefly elaborate on one of your extracurricular activities, a job you
hold, or responsibilities you have for your family. (50 words)
Option1
Over the summer, I was selected in the Wharton Youth Program at Cambridge to learn more
about international strategy, management, and geographical and business integration. My team
placed first in a case competition, where we argued that Blank Street Coffee, a New York based
coffee chain should expand to Toronto. (50)
Option 2:
After Sophomore year, I started helping my mother’s cosmetics business, increasing her online
presence, creating and utilizing automated marketing tools, through automating packaging and
filling. This has led to an increase in productivity, reduced stress and anxiety. First year,
revenue went up by 20% and on course for 50% this year. (51 words)
PROMPT #5-List five things that are important to you. (50 words)
Forks over Knives: benefiting society, animals; vegetarians limit knives.
Non-Absolutism: Being open minded to accept multiple viewpoints.
The One Ring: Commitment in projects, relationships, and academics.
Melting Pot: Staying connected to my Indian culture through songs and movies.
Feed: Learning more about psychological and technological integration through a sci-fi lens.
(50)
PROMPT #6-The Stanford community is deeply curious and driven to learn in
and out of the classroom. Reflect on an idea or experience that makes you
genuinely excited about learning. (250 words)
My interest in the cognitive mechanisms of music was sparked by the pitches of a song.
Combined with my growing interest in personality, I delved into auditory and general
intelligence. I further explored the G factor and computational model of intelligence, which
weren’t comprehensive, but could somewhat predict behavior.
Motivated, I decided to create my own IQ tests, but became interested in machine cognition, so
I tested existing models and my own small algorithms on tests like the ARC, which would
perform abysmally, but still had potential for data processing and some cognitive aspects.
One day, when my mother called me to show an article she had read in a Facebook group that
showed high signs of bias, I decided to create an algorithm to help people make informed
judgements. I employed machine learning techniques, specifically Natural Language Processing
(NLP), using BERT for context understanding, TF-IDF for word relevance, and SVM for
classification, along with the GPT API to further enhance the abilities of the model.
Afterwards, I realized the pitfalls of someone’s idea of providing standard educational facilities
for impoverished children; I devised to create a personalized educational platform. I started by
developing the front end using React and the backend with Node.js, incorporating video and
auditory lessons on language, math, and 21st-century skills from a common curriculum. Then I
proceeded to implement the algorithm I had created, and I used data analytics and machine
learning to analyze student performance and adapt the learning material accordingly.
(249)
PROMPT #7
Virtually all of Stanford’s undergraduates live on campus. Write a note to your
future roommate that reveals something about you or that will help your
roommate — and us — get to know you better. (250 words)
(needs more fun elements to show college that I can balance my time)
Hi! I have not had a roommate since I was three, but I have had a twin, sharing everything with
her since birth.
Don’t worry if I sometimes leave my bed unmade. I like to think that my comforter can dream of
becoming a parachute. While I shy away from skydiving, my soul takes flight, delving into
different countries and cultures, the world’s wonders as layovers.
Packing before and after these trips is my art and science. I like to strategize the content and
organization of my suitcase balancing necessity and whim. My clothes may lie on the floor, as I
reorganize my closet, searching for a seamless system. “To infinity and beyond,” from the
diverse array of movies we may watch together. It represents optimization, whether it’s planning
the start and pacing my steps to outsmart traffic or testing the ways I can combine different
sounds in voice memos. Humming does help me relax, though if you want me to, I can compose
a rest.
However my mind is in a state of high pitched waves. I may be a Logician/Intp/TiNe. It means
that I am introspective, analytical, and creative, exploring abstract ideas, accommodating my
schemas. My computer lies tangled in the projects I do, the tabs open, from self learnt math and
the rabbit holes I fall into, to the ebooks I read. Recently, I have been reading The Embodied
Mind: Cognitive Science and Human Experience to learn more about the theory of embodied
cognition.
(249)
PROMPT #8
Please describe what aspects of your life experiences, interests and character
would help you make a distinctive contribution as an undergraduate to
Stanford University. (250 words)
From a young age, I have been fascinated by Indian mythology, discussing the patterns of epics
like the Ramayana and the Mahabharata. Over time, my curiosity expanded towards
philosophy, specifically the principles of Jainism through my local community. Eager to learn
and connect with my culture, I became more involved and even presented on the concept of
Anekantavada, non-absolutism, and their societal impacts.
My infatuation grew each time my family and I visited India, exploring cultural incongruences
through various landmarks and traditions of my extended family. As time passed, I became
increasingly interested in the societal aspects of these incongruences and sought to ease the
plight of people who lacked access to education and basic necessities. Taking initiative, I
connected with a charitable organization, serving as a tutor. However, I soon realized the
logistical challenges of this approach.
This led me to establish Bright Future Global Wings, a non-profit organization aimed at
providing educational opportunities to underprivileged children. We collaborated with local
schools and tailored a technologically augmented curriculum to meet their needs.
Now, I find myself channeling my problem-solving skills into automating household and
business tasks, reducing the stress of my parents who have been instrumental in connecting me
with my culture.
At Stanford University, I am interested in leveraging my interest in problem solving while
working with Dr. Maneesh Agrawala. I am particularly drawn to his research on human
computer interaction and the application of cognitive design principles in enhancing the efficacy
of audio/visual media.
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