All bad types of people go there.

I always think im smart and then i watch videos like these but i just got humbled

These essays and statements of purpose, intent, etc, are a legal tool that universities can use to protect themselves in the event if a lawsuit. "But she BEGGED US to let her matriculation! WE DID NOTHING WRONG!" FYI, from KZbin videos where admissions committee members tell us what they look for, they admit they merely glance at the statement of purpose, that it's not a big deal.

Are your classes hard?

so this profile is what those schools want 💀

Hey, thanks for sharing this video, it is lovely :))

Transcript: To motivate the speech team, our coach says your state tournament may not happen in Peoria. How is that possible? Isn't the state always in Peoria? From the moment I was assigned the event, Radio Speaking, as a freshman, to the final round at sectionals three years later, I had learned to explore my voice-fitting its every element to a multitude of roles, from presidential election reporter to sports broadcaster. Entering the sectional final, I cleansed my mind of any frustration because I knew the past two years of missing state had only strengthened my resolve. At the beep of my stopwatch, adrenaline pumped through my veins, and my words created a unique array of storytelling. The week's news came alive as the timer clicked down to the perfect five minutes. I channeled the euphoria I felt since my very first tournament and applied every element of tone, diction, and vitality I had polished. Then the news came: I had missed state by one place. As I reflected on the previous year's near misses, my mind slipped out of reality, and a familiar yet foreign sensation of numbness loomed over me. Critiques snaked through my mind. Surely, I'd had one too many stumbles or breathed too heavily. The reality was worse: the microphone hadn't fully picked up my voice. A technical issue had left my vibrant performance confined to the broadcast room-not projected to the people who mattered. My mind was trapped in a carnival house of mirrors, and everywhere I searched for meaning, my distorted reflections stared back. As I struggled to peel my baggy eyes from the critique sheets, my dad shared a lesson from his meditation journey, a journey I had previously disregarded because I wasn't some 50-year-old experiencing a midlife crisis. He said, "Emily, when you're disappointed in an outcome from something you're passionate about, don't detach from the activity-only from the result that is out of your control." Suddenly, my coach's insight and dad's advice began to make sense. Isn't it stupid to let one missed opportunity strip away the reward of performing? After all, I had succeeded in final rounds throughout my junior speech season and felt my energy radiate through my words and spirit. I stood at a crossroads. Should I wallow in a singular defeat or appreciate the many successes achieved through my involvement in speech? I had previously visualized success as linear, but in this moment of reflection, that line transformed into a scatter plot of experiences. Memories flashed before my eyes-standing in front of a judge and six competitors hundreds of times had enabled me to calm my heart rate when playing a cello solo for an entire arena. Preparing my radio scripts under time limitations had translated to words flowing effortlessly during a grueling economic question session at the New York Fed Nationals. Performing my speeches passionately had inspired me to represent our community law firm in a presentation to donors. Treasuring the love of my teammates who nicknamed me "Radio Rebel" has filled me with empathy and compassion to patiently teach my young cello students. These moments in time, made possible by my participation in speech, have formed my core essence. I had been programmed to believe that hard work mattered only when it led directly to success, so I needed to search outside the typical sequence for closure. My journey can be a story without having a beginning, middle, and desirable ending. Meaning is in every moment, and cherishing the glow from within is its own reward in an ever-evolving story. As I enter my senior year, I've come to accept my state tournament may not happen in Peoria. Competing at state isn't necessary to appreciate the multitude of experiences speech has prepared me for in life. That said, I do hope the saying is actually, "Fourth time's the charm."

I definitely do not have grades similar to yours but UChicago is always sending me mail and emails. Does that mean they are interested in me?

Congratulations!

I wanted to exit the video as soon as I saw 4.99

Great that your titled it day in my life. In my situation, it was more day in my death as I almost ended up in the graveyard at UChicago (I was bullied, tried to end up my life, and my delighted institution covered it up to a point no outcome is possible except that I end up my life)…

hi

Its so nice to seen ur video Thank you

It is so helpful for us. Thank you, Emily! You are absolutely a genius! UChicago is my son's dream University. He is in the process of applying now.

Sweat

Bruh you need to fucking chill out.

i like this video, it was really useful in getting the idea of what a typical why x college essay should look like. now I'm admitted into the UChicago's class of 2027. I wrote about a sticker they gave me hehe

Who else here the day applications are due?

i am so stressed and feeling like i will be having rejection from every university I have applied.

I really appreciate videos like these. I recently got admitted ED to the University of Chicago and I'm so excited!☺️ I still can't believe it 🙏

I really appreciate videos like these. I recently got admitted ED to the University of Chicago and I'm so excited!☺️ I still can't believe it 🙏

You are an amazing writer.

Hello! I recently got admitted into UChicago with a full ride! Ive been watching your videos and have loved your content, however i do have a question regarding the dorms! Im not sure which dorms to chose as an incoming freshman. As of now my top choices are north and max p. I really love the way south is set up however im not sure how far it would be to commute to classes as an incoming neuroscience major. If you can find the time to aid my curiosity that would be greatly appreciated!

Please do videoes daily if possible🙂🙃

Did you self-report your final SAT scores?

Bismillah

What concerto did you play?

How many words was this, could you elaborate ? I don't want to write too much or too little :(

i don’t have good grade so i can’t apply right?

Superscoring is nonsense, IMO.

A year ago I watched your video trying to learn as much as possible about Uchicago. I’m really happy to say that I’ve now been admitted early action to UChicago’s class of 2026 :)

Your profile looks almost fake....

Hi..👋

That was amazing

Love how she went thru my entire school schedule. Calculus lhopital rule, ap micro diminishing demand and marginal utility lol

Child Prodigy

You are so genuine. Thank you.

damn youre pretty

Hi! It was great to watch this. Thanks a ton! Can you please give some suggestions for a test-optional international applicant?

does everyone have to answer this type of questions? can you not do it? i’m asking fr

i didnt even understand the question💀

Congrats on getting in! Your focus and dedication paid off!

Could you edit/ give me tips on my common app essay?

Thanks Emily!

Do you think uChicago will take into account that my school pushes dual credit and only has a few AP courses?

Thank You for your essay, it was very helpful

Amazing essay, thanks sharing your advice! <3

I’m always amazed how students from large high schools have so many extracurriculars/competitions to put on their applications. Coming from a very small high school, I don’t get any of that 😕 but this was still very helpful!

Great video! Even better essay! I’m applying this fall so your videos are so helpful - thank you for that! On that note, would you mind taking a look at one of my essays?

Oh shit! Your essay was fantastic. Exactly what I expect from a UChicago student. This gives me a slight boost of confidence to apply for Chicago, although my chances are hair-breadth slim