Hey friends, I'm kind of in the dark about when colleges release their supplemental essay prompts. Does anyone know the general time frame when these come out? I want to make sure I have enough time to work on them before deadlines kick in. Thanks a million!
Hey there! It's great that you're planning ahead for your supplemental essays. Generally speaking, most colleges release their supplemental essay prompts during the summer, often in July or August. This coincides with the release of the Common Application or other application platforms they might be using, which typically happens on August 1st.
However, it's not uncommon for some schools to update their prompts a bit later in the summer or even at the beginning of the fall, so it's wise to check individual college websites or the Common App for the most current information.
Starting to check around mid-summer will give you a head start and plenty of time to brainstorm and revise your essays before application deadlines. If you're applying for Early Decision or Early Action, keep a particularly close eye out as those deadlines usually fall in early November. Best of luck with your writing!
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