Hey everyone! I'm a junior looking to get a head start on my college applications next year. Does anyone know what the college prompts might be for the upcoming application cycle? And where can I find them when they're announced? Thanks!
Hey there! It's always good to start preparing for college applications early, so kudos to you. While the exact prompts for the upcoming application cycle may change, colleges often keep similar themes from year to year.
For the Common Application, the prompts are usually announced in late January or early February, so you might want to keep an eye on their website. Likewise, the Coalition Application announces their prompts around the same time each year. Some colleges choose to have their own, school-specific supplement prompts. You can find these prompts in the application portals on each school's website as soon as the application opens, which is usually between August to early September.
I'd recommend starting by brainstorming and drafting essays based on the current Common Application and Coalition Application prompts, which you can easily find on their respective websites. Once the official prompts are released, you can modify and refine your drafts. In the meantime, focus on honing your writing skills and reflecting on your experiences—this will prepare you to tackle any prompt that comes your way.
Kudos to you for getting ahead of the game!
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