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Harvard University Supplemental Essay Prompts: 2026-2027

Learn how to answer Harvard University’s 2026-2027 supplemental essays with strategies for showcasing your experiences, goals, and perspective.

August 4, 2026

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University of Pennsylvania Supplemental Essay Prompts: 2026-2027

Learn how to answer UPenn’s 2026-2027 supplemental essays with strategies for the College, Wharton, Engineering, Nursing, and more.

August 4, 2026

The round, columned Rotunda building is featured at the University of Virginia.

University of Virginia Supplemental Essay Prompts: 2026-2027

Applying to UVA? Review the 2026-2027 supplemental essay requirements, including the required School of Nursing essay and changes to the UVA application.

August 3, 2026

The gothic Healy Hall is featured from the exterior at Georgetown University.

Georgetown University Supplemental Essay Prompts: 2026-2027

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

August 3, 2026

This is an aerial view of Cornell University's campus.

Cornell University Supplemental Essay Prompts: 2026-2027

See Cornell’s 2026-2027 supplemental essay prompts for the Class of 2031 and learn how to approach each college’s required essays.

August 3, 2026

Duke University's science buildings are visible from the outside.

Duke University Supplemental Essay Prompts: 2026-2027

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

August 3, 2026

Doe Memorial Library is featured from the exterior at the University of California, Berkeley.

2026-2027 University of California Essay Prompts: Berkeley, UCLA, and UCSD

See the 2026-2027 University of California essay prompts for UC Berkeley, UCLA, UCSD, and the other UC campuses, with strategies for each question.

July 30, 2026

A view of Alumni Hall and Dillon Hall on South Quad at the University of Notre Dame.

The University of Notre Dame Supplemental Essay Prompts: 2026-2027

Learn how to answer Notre Dame’s 2026-2027 supplemental essays with strategies for showcasing your priorities, faith, experiences, service, and values.

July 30, 2026

This is an aerial view of Carnegie Mellon University's campus.

Carnegie Mellon University Supplemental Essay Prompts: 2026-2027

Applying to Carnegie Mellon? Review the 2026-2027 supplemental essay prompts and expert tips for writing strong, focused responses.

July 30, 2026

Morehead Planetarium is featured at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Supplemental Essay Prompts: 2026-2027

UNC Chapel Hill has eliminated its supplemental essays for 2026-2027. Learn what the change means for Class of 2031 applicants and the admissions process.

July 29, 2026

The crest of Washington University in St. Louis is featured on the school's iron gates.

Washington University in St. Louis Supplemental Essay Prompts: 2026-2027

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

July 29, 2026

A view of Columbia University's library lit up at night.

Columbia University Supplemental Essay Prompts: 2026-2027

See Columbia University’s supplemental essay prompts for the Class of 2031 and learn what admissions officers seek in each response.

July 29, 2026

A panoramic shot shows Yale University as the sun sets in the distance.

Yale University Supplemental Essay Prompts: 2026-2027

See Yale’s 2026-2027 supplemental essay prompts for the Class of 2031 and learn how to approach the short answers and 400-word essay.

July 28, 2026

A person stands outside a columned building at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

MIT Supplemental Essay Prompts: 2026-2027

Applying to MIT? Review the 2026-2027 supplemental essay prompts and expert tips for answering each essay and short answer question.

July 28, 2026

A panoramic of Stanford University's Californian red roofed buildings beyond a green lawn.

Stanford University Supplemental Essay Prompts: 2026-2027

See Stanford’s 2026-2027 supplemental essay prompts for the Class of 2031 and learn how to approach the short answers and longer essays.

July 28, 2026

The Greek Games statue is featured at Barnard College.

Barnard College Supplemental Essay Prompts: 2026-2027

Applying to Barnard College? Review the 2026-2027 supplemental essay prompts and expert tips for crafting compelling responses.

July 28, 2026

Harper Memorial Library is featured beyond a snow-covered lawn at the University of Chicago.

University of Chicago Supplemental Essay Prompts: 2026-2027

Learn how to answer the University of Chicago’s 2026-2027 supplemental essays with strategies for tackling each required admissions prompt.

July 28, 2026

A Dartmouth Engineering banner hangs inside a campus building at Dartmouth College.

Dartmouth College GPA Requirements

Find out the GPA needed for Dartmouth admission and see how admitted students rank academically at one of the Ivy League’s most selective schools.

June 28, 2026

University Hall is featured at Brown University.

Brown University GPA Requirements

Find out the GPA needed for Brown University admission and see how admitted students rank academically in one of the Ivy League’s toughest applicant pools.

June 27, 2026

The Old Falvey Library building is featured at Villanova University.

How to Get into Villanova University

Ivy Coach explains Villanova admissions requirements, from GPA and testing expectations to essays and recommendations.

June 25, 2026

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