Harvard University

Harvard’s Supplemental Essay Prompts

Prompt #1

Harvard has long recognized the importance of enrolling a diverse student body. How will the life experiences that shape who you are today enable you to contribute to Harvard? (10-150 words)

Prompt #2

Describe a time when you strongly disagreed with someone about an idea or issue. How did you communicate or engage with this person? What did you learn from this experience?

Prompt #3

Briefly describe any of your extracurricular activities, employment experience, travel, or family responsibilities that have shaped who you are. (10-150 words)

Prompt #4

How do you hope to use your Harvard education in the future? (10-150 words)

Prompt #5

Top 3 things your roommates might like to know about you. (10-150 words)