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Rutgers University 2019-20 Supplemental Essay Guide
Rutgers University 2019-20 Application Essay Question Explanations The Requirements: One essay of 500 words Supplemental Essay Type(s): Personal Statement If you are interested in applying to become a Scarlet Knight, you should know that Rutgers University has its very own application. There is good news though! The essay prompts on the Rutgers application are exactly […]
Davidson College 2019-20 Supplemental Essay Guide
Davidson College 2019-20 Application Essay Question Explanations This Davidson supplement is as classic as apple pie, featuring three of the most common question types around. So whether you’re just gearing up or at the end of the admissions road, you’re in luck. Since these prompts are likely to come up on other applications, you’ll probably […]
Bowdoin College 2019-20 Supplemental Essay Guide
Bowdoin College 2019-20 Application Essay Question Explanations Don’t let the looks of this short, quirky supplement fool you: it will push you as a writer. But why should we expect any less from one of the best liberal arts colleges (according to US News and World Report)? To tackle this tricky supplement, give yourself plenty […]
Lafayette College 2019-20 Supplemental Essay Prompt Guide
Lafayette College 2019-20 Application Essay Question Explanations The Requirements: 2 short essays of 20-200 words Supplemental Essay Type(s): Why, Activity Students identify Lafayette as an excellent fit for countless reasons. In your response, be deliberate and specific about your motivation for applying to Lafayette. Why Lafayette? (20-200 words) This question from Lafayette is short, simple, […]
American University 2019-20 Supplemental Essay Prompt Guide
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 Supplemental Essay Guide
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 Supplemental Essay Guide
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 Supplemental Essay Prompt Guide
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 Supplemental Essay Prompt Guide
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 Supplemental Essay Prompt Guide
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 […]