🌈UW's Equity Focus: UWSOD has a strong commitment to DEI. Provide a specific example of how you've contributed to inclusive environments — not a generic statement of values. Name the people, the setting, the challenge.
🛠️Application Weakness Question: This is a rare opportunity to address a gap honestly. If you answer it, be brief, factual, and forward-looking. Don't over-apologize — focus on what the gap doesn't reflect about your true ability.
📅Submit Early: Most schools review secondaries on a rolling basis. Submitting within 2 weeks of receiving your secondary significantly improves your interview chances.
✏️Proofread Thoroughly: Read each response aloud and have a mentor review it. Typos and grammatical errors signal carelessness to admissions committees.