Hi! I'm starting to think about my college applications and I'd like to know when the essay prompts for the upcoming cycle are typically released? Does anyone know when or where I can find them? Thanks for the help!
Hi there! It's a good idea to get a head start on thinking about your college application essays.
For the Common Application, the essay prompts are generally released earlier, sometimes even during the winter. They tend to stay relatively consistent from year to year, with only minor modifications. So you can check out the current Common App prompts to get started brainstorming your ideas. Keep an eye on their website (commonapp.org) for updates.
For colleges that use the Coalition Application, you can find the essay prompts on their website (coalitionforcollegeaccess.org) when they are available. Similar to the Common App, these prompts are typically consistent with only minor changes from year to year.
As for supplements, each college typically provides its own unique essay prompts, which you’ll find on their admissions webpages or within their application portals. Most colleges release their essay prompts on August 1st. However, some schools might release their prompts earlier or later than others - keep an eye on your schools' admissions pages or social media accounts for updates.
Good luck with your essays!
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