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University of Richmond

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University of Richmond’s 2024-25 Essay Prompts

Select-A-Prompt Short Response

Required
650 Words

We want to hear your voice and your story, as well as provide space for you to share more about your interests, passions and experiences. Please select one of the following prompts to address:


Option 1

You have a platform to create change. What is an action or policy you might propose to address an issue of social injustice in your school or local community, or on a national or global scale?


Option 2

Tell us about a time you learned something unexpected. What did you learn, and what happened next?


Option 3

Richmond welcomes students from various backgrounds, perspectives, and lived experiences. What is at least one way you will contribute to our community that is not already mentioned in your application?

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