University of Massachusetts Amherst

What are UMass Amherst’s supplemental essay prompts?

Prompt #1

Please tell us why you want to attend UMass Amherst? (100 words)

Prompt #2

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. (100 words)

Prompt #3

Please tell us why you chose the Major(s) you did? (100 words)