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BYU "Falling Short" Example Essay - Mental Health

An essay responding to the BYU application prompt about a time efforts fell short, sharing a personal story about overcoming mental health struggles.

How to Research Potential Companies

Go beyond the website. Learn how to research companies effectively to ace your interviews and find a role that's the perfect fit.

Example Standardized Test Addendum

A test score addendum example for law school applications. Learn how to explain a low LSAT/ACT score by highlighting a strong academic record.

Crafting a Resume That Wins Fletcher School Admissions

See the actual resume that got one student accepted into The Fletcher School at Tufts University.

Medical School Decider Tool

Unsure which medical schools to apply to? Use our tool to compare different programs based on your top priorities for medical school.

Prototyping

Learn the fundamentals of prototyping. This guide covers the different types and tools to help you test and iterate on your designs.

UX Research

Learn how to conduct effective UX research to understand users, validate ideas, and make data-driven decisions that lead to better products.

What is Design Strategy

Learn how to use design strategy to align user needs with business goals, drive innovation, and make a lasting impact.

What is Market Research?

Learn the fundamentals of market research, including key methods and how to use data to make smart business decisions and gain a competitive edge.

UX Metrics

Learn the key metrics to evaluate the success of your designs. This guide shows you how to measure user behavior and prove your impact.

Universal Design

Learn the seven principles of universal design to create products that are usable by everyone, regardless of age, ability, or background.

User Journey Maps

Master the art of creating user journey maps to visualize the user experience, identify pain points, and design a better product.

Setting Up Context in Design Critiques

Learn how to set the stage for effective design critiques. Provide the right context to get actionable, constructive feedback and improve your designs.

Systems Thinking in UX Design

Master systems thinking to design cohesive, scalable products. Learn to see the bigger picture and understand how every part of a design connects.

UI Design

Learn the core principles of UI design to create beautiful, intuitive, and user-friendly interfaces that captivate your audience and enhance UX.

Responsive Design

Learn the principles of responsive design to create websites and apps that look and function perfectly on any device, from desktop to mobile.

Structuring your Figma Files

Learn best practices for organizing your Figma files to improve collaboration, maintain consistency, and speed up your design workflow.

Resources for Design Students

Discover the best online tools, communities, and learning platforms to help you build your portfolio, master your craft, and launch your design career.

Requirements Gathering for UX Designers

Master the essential skills for gathering project requirements. Learn how to work with stakeholders to define project scope and create better products.

Measuring Success in UX

Learn how to define and measure success in UX. This guide covers key metrics and analytics to prove the value and impact of your design decisions.