American University 2020-21 Application Essay Question Explanations The Requirements: 1 essay of 150 words Supplemental Essay Type(s): Why Why are you interested in American University? American University scrapped their question about the American University Experience (AUx), a course specially designed for students transitioning into their first year of college at AU, this year in favor […]
Haverford College 2019-20 Application Essay Question Explanations Haverford College may be a tiny school, but its values are voluminous. In case you didn’t already know that Haverford is known for its Honor Code, admissions makes it abundantly clear in the epic introduction to this supplement. Our advice to you: read it very carefully so you […]
Seattle Pacific University 2019-20 Application Essay Question Explanations The Requirements: 1 essay of 250-500 words Supplemental Essay Type(s): Why Please respond to the following topic (in 250-500 words) At Seattle Pacific, we encourage all students to explore or go deeper in Christian faith and to be inspired to make a difference. SPU’s vision means that […]
Cornell University 2019-20 Application Essay Question Explanations The Requirements: 1 school-specific essay of 650 words Supplemental Essay Type(s): Why College of Agriculture and Life Sciences: Why are you drawn to studying the major you have selected? Please discuss how your interests and related experiences have influenced your choice. Specifically, how will an education from the […]
Elon University 2019-20 Application Essay Question Explanations The Requirements: 3 short answers; 1 essay of 200-250 words. Supplemental Essay Type(s): Why, Oddball, Short Answer In addition to the essay you provided with your Common Application, Elon would like to learn more about you and your interests. So don’t think hard, think fast. (Maximum answer is […]
Colgate University 2019-20 Application Essay Question Explanations The Requirements: 2 essays of 250 words Supplemental Essay Type(s): Oddball, Community Please reflect, in a short written response of 250 words or less, to the following prompts below: At Colgate, we believe that a diverse community is a strong community. Reflect on an experience that demonstrates your […]
Barnard College 2019-20 Application Essay Question Explanations The Seven Sisters aren’t just women’s colleges, they’re also historic institutions that have helped carve out space for women in higher education. Barnard admissions will be looking for a commitment not just to women’s education but to the type of community they aim to create as they build […]
Southern Methodist University 2019-20 Application Essay Question Explanations The Requirements: 2 essays of 250 words Supplemental Essay Type(s): Why, Community SMU appeals to students for a variety of reasons. Briefly describe why you are interested in attending SMU and what specific factors have led you to apply. (250-word limit) Consider this an opportunity to share […]
Harvey Mudd College 2019-20 Application Essay Question Explanations If you think you’ve got writing application essays down to a science, think again. Harvey Mudd is asking its STEM-oriented applicants to tap into their creative side. This supplement warms you up with a classic Why essay before launching you into the unknown with a pair of […]
Syracuse University 2019-20 Application Essay Question Explanations The Requirements: 2 essays of 250 words. Supplemental Essay Type(s): Why Who or what influenced you to apply to Syracuse University? (Maximum: 250 words) This prompt seems to be asking about you, but it’s also asking about what you think of Syracuse. Sure, you can share the story […]
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