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The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

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The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley's 2022-23 Essay Prompts

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Select-A-Prompt Essay

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750 Words

ApplyTexas recommends that you keep your essay to between 500 and 750 words in length. We have provided a word counter below to help you keep track. If more than one institution to which you apply requires the same essay, you will need to submit the essay for each application that requires it in order for it to be sent to multiple institutions.


Option 1

Tell us your story. What unique opportunities or challenges have you experienced throughout your high school career that have shaped who you are today?


Option 2

Most students have an identity, an interest, or a talent that defines them in an essential way. Tell us about yourself.


Option 3

You‘ve got a ticket in your hand - Where will you go? What will you do? What will happen when you get there?

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