3 Great Examples of Passion Projects with Strong Impact
0207, 2026

3 Great Examples of Passion Projects with Strong Impact

By: Dr. Lydia C. To do meaningful passion projects, you do not have to wait for permission or for an extravagant idea! Start with what you care about and test an impactful idea with the smallest version you can. If you are interested in STEM: what is a small system around you that is inefficient in terms of time, money or resources and how could it be better redesigned? If

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Do I Need a Passion Project for Highly Selective  Colleges?
1903, 2026

Do I Need a Passion Project for Highly Selective  Colleges?

By Lydia C. In short: No. A passion project is not a requirement for admissions to any college/university, not even to the most selective. Indeed, many successful applicants are admitted without having undertaken a formal independent project. Additionally, not every student has the privilege of time or resources to do an independent project, and colleges understand that you might have significant family responsibilities, a part-time job, or financial or personal

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