Cornell University

Supplemental Essay Prompt Guide

for 2024-2025

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How do you apply to

Cornell University

?

You apply to
Cornell University
through their application portal through the Common App
or Apply Texas
or the UC App
or Questbridge
.
Apply Texas
Apply Texas
Apply Texas B
Apply Texas C
Common App
Common App
UC App
UC App
Questbridge
Questbridge

When are

Cornell University

applications due?

Early Action:
Early Action II:
Early Decision:
November 1, 2024
Early Decision II:
Restrictive Early Action:
Regular Decision:
January 2, 2025

How many essays are required to apply to

Cornell University

?

There's also
0
optional essay(s).
There are no optional essays.

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Cornell University

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Cornell University

Supplemental Essay Prompts

Cornell: Life Experiences

We all contribute to, and are influenced by, the communities that are meaningful to us. Share how you’ve been shaped by one of the communities you belong to.Remember that this essay is about you and your lived experience. Define community in the way that is most meaningful to you. Some examples of community you might choose from are: family, school, shared interest, virtual, local, global, cultural. (350 word limit)

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Tips for Writing Supplemental Essays

How to write the best supplemental essays.

Tip #1

Develop Your Personal Brand

Brainstorm all your experiences in high school that you believe will show that you will be successful in college and beyond. The strongest ones will be the foundation of your personal brand.

Tip #2

Highlight Your Strengths

Your essays should highlight one of the 5 traits: drive, intellectual curiosity, initiative, contribution, diversity of experiences

Tip #3

Add to Your Personal Score

Every essay counts to build the overall narrative. Increasing your personal score increases your chances by 10x.

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