College of the Atlantic | COA
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College of the Atlantic | COA’s 2024-25 Essay Prompts
Educational Background Essay
At COA, we know that grades on a transcript tell only one part of your story. In one to two paragraphs, please describe one or more aspects of your educational background that may not be evident from your transcript alone. For instance, you might describe a class or educational experience that inspired or influenced you, or difficult circumstances that may have impacted your grades.
Why This College Short Response
College of the Atlantic is, in many ways, not a typical college. COA’s self-designed program, our close-knit community of 350 students from around the world, and our engaged and interdisciplinary curriculum tend to attract students who are looking for a different kind of educational experience. Please describe, in one or two paragraphs, what you’re looking for from your college experience and why you think COA could be a good school for you.
Diversity Essay
At College of the Atlantic, we’re committed to cultivating a diverse student body that includes a wide range of backgrounds, identities, and perspectives. Please describe in one or two paragraphs, how your identity, community, or life experiences have shaped who you are today.
