Student capstone projects built for maximum admissions impact

Mentor-guided capstone and passion projects enabling students to stand out

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Student-defined goals

Each project begins with a clear objective shaped around what the student wants to build, launch or lead, informed by their interests, strengths and direction

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Action-oriented, real-world work

Capstone projects focus on doing — turning ideas into action and producing outcomes that exist beyond the classroom

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Structured guidance and accountability

Students receive ongoing guidance to plan, execute and complete impactful projects, with regular checkpoints that reinforce progress and follow-through

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Flexible project formats

Projects may include leadership or advocacy initiatives, civic or community efforts, entrepreneurial ventures or creative and interdisciplinary portfolios

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Substantial, sustained work

Projects are scoped to require meaningful effort over time, emphasizing depth, persistence and completion rather than one-off activities

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Built with admissions in mind

Capstone projects highlight initiative, leadership and impact, providing concrete evidence of ownership and follow-through

Meet a few of our capstone project advisors

Capstone project advisors are experienced professionals, strategists and subject-matter experts who guide students through the process of developing and executing ambitious, real-world projects with maximum impact.

Ready to build depth that matters in admissions?

Learn how our capstone program helps students translate interests into impactful, admissions projects

A sampling of capstone projects designed and executed through AcceptU’s program

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