2025-2026 Supplemental Essay Prompts for College Applications

The 2025-2026 college application season has started, with colleges releasing supplemental essay prompts distinct from the Common App’s Personal Statement. Specific details about schools are encouraged in supplemental essays, which will help applicants highlight their fit. Resources from Aristotle Circle can assist students in crafting their applications effectively.… Read More 2025-2026 Supplemental Essay Prompts for College Applications

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When will supplemental essays be ready?

Summer marks the start of college application season, requiring diligent essay writing and planning for students.… Read More When will supplemental essays be ready?

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2025-2026 Common App Essay Prompts

The personal essay is a crucial element of college applications via the Common App, with seven standardized prompts. Effective preparation and strategic writing approaches can aid students.… Read More 2025-2026 Common App Essay Prompts

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Changes to the Common App in 2025

The Common App replaces the Covid question with broader context inquiries and reduces the “Additional Information” word limit.… Read More Changes to the Common App in 2025

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Top Tips for Managing College Application Essays

College application season is here, and seniors juggle school, college research, and extracurriculars. Tips include making a plan, organizing essays, time management, and professional guidance.… Read More Top Tips for Managing College Application Essays

September 11, 2024 aristotlecircle1 Comment

5 Essential Tips for a Less Stressful College Application Season

College application season is here! Aristotle Circle offers tips for a successful and stress-free application process: get organized, fill in major/campus choices early, recycle essays, vary topic choices, and communicate with parents or guardians. If overwhelmed, seek comprehensive college admissions counseling from Aristotle Circle.… Read More 5 Essential Tips for a Less Stressful College Application Season

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2024-2025 Supplemental Essay Prompts for College Applications

The 2024-2025 college application season has begun, and colleges and universities are releasing supplemental essay prompts. While the Common App’s Personal Statement is sent to all schools, supplemental essays are specific to each institution. It is advisable to mention specific details about a particular school in these essays. Aristotle Circle offers help with preparing the perfect application. For example prompts and more information, visit http://www.aristotlecircle.com.… Read More 2024-2025 Supplemental Essay Prompts for College Applications

August 7, 2024September 19, 2024 aristotlecircle1 Comment

When to Start Writing Your College Essays

The summer before senior year is a crucial time for college applications. The Personal Statement essay demands introspection and effort, making an early start and seeking guidance essential for success. Aristotle Circle offers support.… Read More When to Start Writing Your College Essays

May 24, 2024May 23, 2024 aristotlecircle2 Comments

5 Books to Help You Write Your College Essays

Applying to colleges means writing a lot. The personal statement is often daunting. Here are five books to read for inspiration and guidance before crafting your perfect essay.… Read More 5 Books to Help You Write Your College Essays

May 7, 2024May 6, 2024 aristotlecircle1 Comment

2024 – 2025 Common Application Personal Essay Prompts

The personal essay is the main writing portion of a student’s application, and it is sent to each school a student applies to within the Common Application. While the Common App itself won’t be available for rising seniors until August 1st, 2024, students may begin working on their personal essays at any time. It is… Read More 2024 – 2025 Common Application Personal Essay Prompts

April 3, 2024February 24, 2025 aristotlecircle1 Comment

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