College application & essay help for Brown applicants

Work with advisors who have real experience with Brown and will help you stand out in the application process.

Find an advisor who’s helped students get accepted to Brown

These advisors have direct experience with Brown as alumni or admissions professionals and have helped students gain acceptance to Brown.

Applying to Brown

Applying to Brown University is highly competitive, and the strongest applicants go beyond grades and test scores. They clearly demonstrate who they are, what they care about, and how they see themselves growing at Brown.

Although no two applications are identical, schools like Brown tend to look for similar things: academic strength, meaningful engagement with interests, intellectual curiosity, and a genuine connection to the school’s culture. Understanding how these come together at Brown can help you build a more focused and intentional application.
Advisors who know Brown well can help you think through how your application comes across and where to focus your effort. At Sundial, you can work with advisors who either attended Brown or have helped students get accepted to Brown.

How Sundial helps Brown applicants

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FAQs about applying to Brown

Essays are one of the few places Brown can see who you are beyond grades and test scores. For competitive majors and selective programs, strong essays aren’t just helpful, they’re often what differentiate students with similar academic profiles. The best essays don’t sound generic; they show clear thinking, self-awareness, and fit with what Brown actually values.

Brown looks for students who’ve taken their interests seriously over time, whether academically, creatively, or through leadership. Beyond raw achievement, they want to see intellectual curiosity, initiative, and evidence that you’ll contribute meaningfully to their campus community. Your application should tell a clear story about how your experiences connect to your goals.

A strong Brown application essay goes beyond summarizing your résumé or activities. Admissions officers want to understand your motivations, values, and fit with the school. Focus on writing with clarity and intent, and make sure your responses connect your personal experiences with why Brown makes sense for your goals.

Yes! Many Sundial advisors have direct experience with Brown, either as alumni or through years of helping students get accepted. Their insight helps you avoid generic advice and instead focus on what actually matters on your Brown application.

If you’re looking at this page, that’s a pretty good sign you might want to get started! Ideally, planning for Brown begins several months before deadlines so you’re not rushing major decisions or submitting first-draft work under pressure.
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