Hey there, I'm considering applying to Swarthmore and I'd like to get a head start on my essays. Can someone share their experiences with the Swarthmore essay prompts? Thanks in advance!
Hello! Luckily for you, CollegeVine has a blog post which not only lists the Swarthmore supplemental essay prompts, but also breaks each one down, to guide you in crafting a strong, memorable response: https://blog.collegevine.com/how-to-write-the-swarthmore-college-essays.
Do keep in mind that these prompts may change year to year, so I would advise against starting to actually write any responses until August 1st before your senior year, as that's when colleges release their updated prompts for the upcoming applications cycle. You don't want your hard work to go to waste if the prompts end up changing!
Finally, once you do have a solid working draft, consider checking out either CollegeVine's free peer essay review service, or submitting your essay for a paid review by an expert college admissions advisor. Sometimes, getting a second set of eyes on your essay is just the thing you need to take it from good to great.
Good luck with your Swarthmore application, and college process as a whole!
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