Texas A&M University

Supplemental Essay Prompt Guide

for 2024-2025

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How do you apply to

Texas A&M University

?

You apply to
Texas A&M 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

Texas A&M University

applications due?

Early Action:
Early Action II:
Early Decision:
Early Decision II:
Restrictive Early Action:
Regular Decision:
December 1, 2024

How many essays are required to apply to

Texas A&M University

?

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

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Texas A&M University

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Texas A&M University

Supplemental Essay Prompts

Person Most Impacted

Tell us about the person who has most impacted your life and why.

Word count:
250 words
or less.
Requirement:
required

Life Event

Describe a life event which you feel has prepared you to be successful in college.

Word count:
250 words
or less.
Requirement:
required

Tell Your Story

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

Word count:
750 words
or less.
Requirement:
required

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or less.
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or less.
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or less.
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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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