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University of Massachusetts Amherst | UMass Amherst’s 2024-25 Essay Prompts

Why This College Short Response

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100 Words

Please tell us why you want to attend UMass Amherst?

Community Service Short Response

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100 Words

At UMass Amherst, no two students are alike. Our communities and groups often define us and shape our individual worlds. Community can refer to various aspects, including shared geography, religion, race/ethnicity, income, ideology, and more. Please choose one of your communities or groups and describe its significance. Explain how, as a product of this community or group, you would enrich our campus.

Why This Major Short Response

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100 Words

Please tell us why you chose the Major(s) you did?

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