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Class of 2030 College Admissions Statistics: A Year in Review

April 13, 2026

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Princeton University Supplemental Essay Prompts: 2026-2027

Princeton’s 2026-2027 supplemental essays are out. Learn how to tackle the Why Major, Why Princeton, lived experience, service, and short-answer prompts.

August 18, 2026

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University of Texas at Austin Supplemental Essay Prompts: 2026-2027

UT Austin’s 2026-2027 supplemental essays include questions about your intended major, high school activities, and optional academic circumstances.

August 10, 2026

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Bowdoin College Supplemental Essay Prompts: 2025-2026

Bowdoin College has released its 2026-2027 supplemental essay prompts and video option for applicants to the Class of 2031.

August 6, 2026

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Johns Hopkins University Supplemental Essay Prompts: 2026-2027

Applying to Johns Hopkins? Review the 2026-2027 supplemental essay prompt and expert tips for writing a compelling response for the Class of 2031.

August 6, 2026

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Middlebury College Supplemental Essay Prompts: 2026-2027

Middlebury College will not require supplemental essay prompts for the Class of 2031. Explore what’s missing from the application and why it matters.

August 6, 2026

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Rice University Supplemental Essay Prompts & The Box: 2026-2027

See Rice University’s 2026-2027 supplemental essay prompts for the Class of 2031, including three essays and the unique Rice Box requirement.

August 5, 2026

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Vanderbilt University Supplemental Essay Prompts: 2026-2027

Learn how to answer Vanderbilt’s 2026-2027 supplemental essay with strategies for showcasing your background, growth, and fit with the university.

August 5, 2026

A building is visible beyond a path that cuts through a well manicured lawn at Haverford College.

Haverford College Supplemental Essay Prompts: 2026-2027

Learn how to answer Haverford’s 2026-2027 supplemental essays with strategies for showcasing your academic interests, values, community experiences, and fit with Haverford.

August 5, 2026

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University of Michigan Supplemental Essays Prompts: 2026-2027

Learn how to answer Michigan’s 2026-2027 supplemental essays with strategies for showcasing your experiences, academic interests, and fit with the university.

August 5, 2026

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Northwestern University Supplemental Essay Prompts: 2026-2027

Learn how to answer Northwestern’s 2026-2027 supplemental essays with strategies for showcasing your background, interests, and fit with the university.

August 5, 2026

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Caltech Supplemental Essay Prompts: 2026-2027

Applying to Caltech? Review the 2026-2027 supplemental essay prompts and expert tips for writing strong responses to each essay question.

August 5, 2026

White buildings with red roofs are featured beyond a lawn at Emory University.

Emory University Supplemental Essay Prompts: 2026-2027

Emory has released its supplemental essay prompts for the 2026-2027 admissions cycle. Applicants to the Class of 2031, check them out!

August 5, 2026

The red-bricked East Hall is featured at Tufts University.

Tufts University Supplemental Essay Prompts: 2026-2027

See Tufts University’s 2026-2027 supplemental essay prompts, including the required Why Tufts essay and questions for each undergraduate school.

August 5, 2026

A red-brick path is featured at Northeastern University.

Northeastern University Supplemental Essay Prompts: 2026-2027

Northeastern has no supplemental essays for most Class of 2031 applicants. Explore the requirements and what the sparse application means for admissions.

August 5, 2026

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Tulane University Supplemental Essay Prompts: 2026-2027

Tulane University has eliminated its supplemental essay for the 2026-2027 admissions cycle. Learn what this means for applicants to the Class of 2031.

August 5, 2026

The Gwynn Wilson Student Union is featured on USC's campus.

University of Southern California Supplemental Essay Prompts: 2026-2027

See USC’s 2026-2027 supplemental essay prompts for the Class of 2031, including the Why USC essay, optional essay, and short-answer questions.

August 4, 2026

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NYU Supplemental Essay Prompts: 2026-2027

Learn how to answer NYU’s 2026-2027 supplemental essay with strategies for showcasing your experiences, perspective, and ability to bridge divides.

August 4, 2026

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Boston College Supplemental Essay Prompts: 2026-2027

Learn how to tackle the 2026-2027 Boston College essays. From tradition to Jesuit values, discover tips to strengthen your BC application.

August 4, 2026

University Hall is featured at Brown University.

Brown University Supplemental Essay Prompts: 2026-2027

Learn how to answer Brown University’s 2026-2027 supplemental essays with tips for approaching each of the four required prompts.

August 4, 2026

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Dartmouth College Supplemental Essay Prompts: 2026-2027

Learn how to answer Dartmouth College’s 2026-2027 supplemental essays with strategies for showcasing your interests, experiences, and fit with the College.

August 4, 2026

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