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The acceptance rate at the University of Michigan is 28.6%, which may seem high compared to the Ivy League, but don't be fooled. The school is very selective—admissions officers review over 65,000 freshman applicants a year. For every 100 applicants, they only admit 29. The University of Michigan Supplemental Essays is the perfect opportunity for you to stand out in your applications!
Some people aspire to study in the Ivy League , but small class sizes and an intimate learning environment aren't for everyone. The University of Michigan is one of the world's highest ranked public state schools, coming in at #25 according to QS Global World Rankings .
University of Michigan’s supplemental essay prompts remain unchanged from last year.
Describe the unique qualities that attract you to the specific undergraduate College or School (including preferred admission and dual degree programs) to which you are applying at the University of Michigan. How would that curriculum support your interests? (550 words) (required for freshman applicants)
Top 3 "Why This School?" Essay Tips
Before beginning this essay, ask yourself the following questions:
By reflecting first, you can put yourself in the mindset of the people reading your essay. Admissions officers will be asking themselves a similar question:
What can this applicant share with the University of Michigan?
For many students, the issue is focus. Nearly everyone belongs to multiple communities (some of which overlap in powerful ways), so choosing just one can be difficult. Therefore, this essay might be more challenging but also more rewarding!
When starting the brainstorming process, do not use your existing extracurricular/activity list. Start a new document or page without any of your other application materials nearby, and take your time writing out any community that comes to mind regardless of its size, location, unity, or widespread fame. This approach allows for some more unrestrained thinking.
For some, the most influential community immediately jumps off the page. If you fall into this category, express that excitement and passion in your essay!
For those who find it more difficult to choose a community, write about a community that might not be considered a "formal" community. Think creatively by reflecting on what you do with your extra time, where your head wanders when you're daydreaming, or who you turn to when you have a bad day. These questions, though more abstract, can make you realize that you belong to communities of people who might not be as visible in your day-to-day life. You might recognize that you daydream in your second language, signifying that you belong to a community of bilinguals. Maybe you visit your grandmother across town when you have a bad day, making you associate certain feelings with her house and neighborhood. These are all communities that can make compelling essays.
Though this essay will take shape in different ways for different people, you mustn't use this essay as an opportunity to brag! You have many opportunities in your application to show off your accomplishments. The essays are not the place. Use this essay to discuss your background, and do it in a way that provides insight into how this community has shaped your character and what it will allow you to contribute to your college community.
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Describe the unique qualities that attract you to the specific undergraduate college or school (including preferred admission and dual degree programs) to which you are applying at the university of michigan. how would that curriculum support your interests (550 words).
While this essay prompt is a favorite of many schools, there are two major pitfalls for this kind of essay.
The first is that students will change the university's name within one stock essay and use it to apply to several schools. Do NOT do that! Your reasons for wanting to go to the University of Michigan should be thoughtful and based on your genuine research. Using broad statements about the "thriving college town" or the size of the student body can be used to describe other places. It does not make a compelling case for why the University of Michigan should accept you.
The second pitfall is when you copy blocks of text from the university's website or promotional materials. Instead of quoting, synthesize why the information they provided is conducive to your future studies.
In this kind of essay, the more detail, the better! Spend that extra time doing your research. If you have friends at the school or have alumni contacts, talk to them. Read everything on the website. Learn about the requirements of the degree programs, the nuances of the school traditions, and the school's values and mission.
Write down the names of specific professors or classes that excite you. Try to imagine which activity groups you might join or the places on campus you might want to visit. This research doesn't take much time, and it will help you get more excited about applying to the University of Michigan! Those who read your application can sense your excitement and tell if you are expressing genuine passion. They will be impressed that you're taking this part of your application seriously.
It is important to note that detail in the essay does not mean you're firmly committed to a specific degree program. If you are unsure what you want to study, choose a college and major that allows you flexibility. Provide reasons for why your indelible curiosity motivates you to continue exploring before settling into a major program.
This essay is important and should help you make a compelling case for why you believe you will grow academically and personally from the University of Michigan environment. Convey that passion in the 550-word space that they provide you!
Want to make an impact on admissions officers? Don't put off the supplemental essay. It's not an afterthought. Spend time crafting your essay responses. Be creative and thoughtful in your answers, highlighting how your experiences are preparing you for the University of Michigan and how you will utilize the school's resources to further your career goals and make a difference during your time on campus.
When you work with one of Crimson's knowledgeable and approachable advisors , you'll receive unique advice specifically for you. Our advisors want to hear about your unique dreams, aspirations, and goals. They get to know you personally so they can help you craft supplemental essays as original and exceptional as you!
Don't forget to proofread! You'll spend a lot of time staring at your responses. Sometimes you won't even see the obvious grammatical errors. After you finish writing, don't look at the essays for a day or two. Then look at the essays again. You might see something you missed before. Finally, ask someone you trust to review your responses for clarity and structure. Make your final edits and turn them in with the rest of your application.
While grades and test scores are important, the University of Michigan takes a holistic look at applications. Your supplemental essays matter more than you may think! They allow you to show your enthusiasm for the school and why the University of Michigan is the best school for you.
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The University of Michigan ’s Ross School of Business requires supplemental essays. These can be daunting, especially if the prompts aren’t quite what you’d expect from a college application. You need to get creative and analytical, and you have to show your individual personality. This article will take you through the second Ross School of Business prompt and provide you with advice and an example of a strong essay.
The second Ross School of Business essay asks you to select an artifact that represents something significant about your life. Then, you’ll write a description explaining how your chosen artifact demonstrates learning in action.
This artifact doesn’t have to be related to business. You can pick something from your work in the classroom or some kind of representation of an extracurricular accomplishment. Try to find one that showcases something truly unique to you. You can also ask yourself: “What am I most proud of from my four years in high school?”
You’re only allowed 250 words for this prompt, which might feel like limited space. It’s also a challenge to come up with only one object of significant importance to you! If you’re struggling to narrow it down, a list of examples might help. Students have chosen objects like an academic project, community project, community newspaper article, or personal website piece on a school extracurricular or community program.
If none of that inspires you, think about what activities have meant the most to you and the ones you’re most passionate about. Then, consider what will look the most unique to the eyes of an admissions officer—after all, you should aim to stand out!
Writing your essay is just as crucial as choosing the object. Be sure to use specific and technical language that shows that you’ve truly learned something from your artifact. You need to be genuine. Use your limited space wisely, and emphasize what you’ve learned and your intellectual curiosity. An admissions committee wants to see how you’ve grown, so include specific details about your experiences.
One student submitted a photo of a wooden playset. At the beginning of his essay, he paints a clear picture of the setting and establishes conflict right away by discussing how he doesn’t like his brother that much. He then transitions to talking about the difficulties that their mother is having during the COVID-19 pandemic. These details are great because they depict how the student responds to these hard moments, which demonstrates his sense of responsibility.
The writer then describes how he wants to distract his nine-month-old brother by creating a stimulating toy for him. The student sketches out a few 3D puzzle ideas in AutoCAD and then finds wood in the backyard to recreate his online work.
In this part of the essay, the student does a great job of describing the steps that go into developing the puzzle. He delves into the details and shows that he is both a critical thinker and a problem solver. Rather than gloss over the whole design by saying that it was all complex, he fleshes out the different stages, transporting the reader into his mind and the process of development and creation.
All of this emphasizes how learning is put into action. When we reach the end and the final prototype is put into the playpen, the student has learned and created something and has also developed a new sense of engagement with his little brother.
The writer is also looking toward the future: he says that he can’t wait to build another object like that. The entire essay makes clear how the student thinks, how he learns and acts on that learning, how he solves problems, and how he’s able to grow in empathy and compassion. Humor shines through too, enabling the reader to clearly see the personality of this young student and how much he has to offer.
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The University of Michigan is a large (over 40,000 students), predominantly residential campus located in the small city of Ann Arbor. This well known school has an outstanding reputation for research, academic rigor and athletic spirit—it is often referred to as a public-Ivy. It offers a non-binding Early Action option with an application deadline of November 1st and accepts either the Common Application or Coalition Application with no preference. In the university’s efforts to gain a deeper understanding of the sort of student you might become at the University of Michigan, your application will ask you to write a main essay for whichever application type you select, as well as three supplemental essays.
Before you begin writing, take the time to research and identify what appeals to you most about the school . Consider location, athletics, academic programs, residential colleges, professors, particular clubs, study abroad programs, and anything else that attracts you to the University of Michigan. These responses are your opportunity to share more about yourself to make the strongest possible case for both your potential fit with the school and for the ways in which an education at UM will prepare you for the future.
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University of michigan supplemental essay #1.
Everyone belongs to many different communities and/or groups defined by (among other things) shared geography, religion, ethnicity, income, cuisine, interest, race, ideology, or intellectual heritage. Choose one of the communities to which you belong, and describe that community and your place within it. (Required for all applicants; 1,500 character limit )
If you have applied to other selective schools, you are likely to be familiar with this sort of “diversity” prompt . What they are getting at is your personal story and how you might relate with others of similar and different life experiences. While there might be some overlap in how these communities/groups are defined, try to focus on the precise intersection that shapes your sense of identity. Describe how each factor contributes to who you are and how you engage with the world around you. Your story does not have to be exotic ; it just needs to reveal your sense of self-awareness, of both the world you come from and your place within it. Diversity is essential to the University of Michigan, as showcased on its website: “U-M is committed to creating a campus environment of equity and inclusion where students, faculty, and staff with diverse backgrounds live, learn, and work together.” As you tell your story, consider how you will contribute to and benefit from this diverse atmosphere. How might you connect with other students, faculty, staff and the community at the University? Do your research and consider specific ways you can get involved.
Describe the unique qualities that attract you to the specific undergraduate College or School (including preferred admission and dual degree programs) to which you are applying at the University of Michigan. How would that curriculum support your interests? (Required for all applicants; 2,750 character limit )
This is another opportunity to demonstrate that you’ve done your homework and identified distinctive aspects of the program at the University of Michigan. You must communicate what appeals to you and how the specific program/curriculum will prepare you to achieve your goals. If you are undecided, you can speak to your areas of interest and how you might explore them at the University of Michigan. Consider the 14 different undergraduate Schools and Colleges it boasts to determine which might be the best prospective home for you. Be sure to notice that many programs at the university do not require application until your second year of college. Most students at the University of Michigan are admitted to the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts (LSA) for their first year of study, while others (business school students, for example) go through the Preferred Admission process while still in high school, which allows them sophomore entry to a particular School/College provided they meet certain academic conditions.
If you are applying to a School/College that predominantly admits new classes via Preferred Admission (e.g., Ross School of Business), it is critical that you decide now, while still a high school student, which School/College you’re targeting; it can be difficult to transfer from one School/College to another after your first year of study, even with exceptional grades. Review the degree/graduation requirements—what do you find attractive or what might be beneficial to you about this particular school? Why is this specific school such a good match for your interests, learning style, or ultimate goals? Provide details and support your statements with reasons why a particular program or School at the University of Michigan is the ideal place for you !
Discuss where you would like to teach and/or the types of students you would like to teach and how you developed this commitment.
This is a question asking as much for information about your teaching future and desires as it is for your teaching history and your passions and skills up to the present. Be sure to demonstrate past experience, passion, and values that are all relevant to the field of teaching, as well as relatively specific goals and reasons behind them.
As a school that accepts the Common Application , the University of Michigan is committed to a holistic review of your application materials. This means it takes all aspects of your application into account. Don’t miss your opportunity to stand out among your peers; provide a genuine sense of your character through your essay responses!
To provide some context for where you might stand, of the 79,743 students who applied to enter the class of 2025 at the University of Michigan, 16,071 or about 20% were offered admission. The interquartile (middle 50th percent) ranges for SAT scores were between 1400 and 1540. For ACT scores, they ranged from 32 to 35. The average entering GPA was 3.9 on a 4.0 scale. This is a competitive applicant pool.
While keeping these statistics in mind, take a moment to relax and plan. Make sure you meet all deadlines and allow yourself adequate time to write and revise your essays . Consider the best way to communicate your personal experiences, convey your interests, express your enthusiasm for learning, and demonstrate how and why the University of Michigan is the best place for you!
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Tackling Duke University’s 2024-25 application can be challenging, especially when it comes to supplemental essays. These essays play a crucial role in showcasing who you are beyond your grades and test scores, highlighting how you align with Duke’s values and community. In this guide, we’ll walk you through strategies for crafting standout responses to both the required and optional prompts, ensuring your application truly reflects your potential.
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All applicants to Duke University for the 2024-2025 admissions cycle are required to respond to the following prompt:
“What is your sense of Duke as a university and a community, and why do you consider it a good match for you? If there’s something in particular about our offerings that attracts you, feel free to share that as well.” (250-word limit)
Duke places great emphasis on its holistic review process, looking beyond grades and test scores to understand the person behind the application. This essay is your opportunity to demonstrate why Duke is the ideal place for your academic and personal growth, and how you would contribute to the vibrant community on campus. By thoughtfully addressing this prompt, you can make a compelling case for why you belong at Duke.
To craft a compelling response, start by understanding Duke’s core values. Duke prides itself on fostering a diverse and inclusive community, promoting interdisciplinary learning, and encouraging students to engage in both local and global challenges. Your response should be deeply personal, reflecting what specifically attracts you to Duke.
Personalization: Reflect on what makes Duke your top choice. Whether it’s a particular academic program, a research opportunity, or the campus culture, demonstrate that you’ve done your homework.
Specificity: Mention specific aspects of Duke that align with your academic interests, extracurricular passions, and career aspirations. The more detailed, the better.
Structure: Structure your supplemental essays with a clear introduction, body, and conclusion:
Duke offers five optional prompts, of which you can choose to respond to one or two. These prompts allow you to share more about your personality, values, and experiences that aren’t covered elsewhere in your application.
“We believe a wide range of viewpoints, beliefs, and lived experiences are essential to maintaining Duke as a vibrant and meaningful living and learning community. Feel free to share with us anything in this context that might help us better understand you and what you might bring to our community.”
“Tell us about an experience in the past year or two that reflects your imagination, creativity, or intellect.”
“We believe there is benefit in sharing or questioning our beliefs or values; who do you agree with on the big important things, or who do you have your most interesting disagreements with? What are you agreeing or disagreeing about?”
“Duke’s commitment to inclusion and belonging includes sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression. Feel free to share with us more about how your identity in this context has meaning for you as an individual or as a member of a community.”
“We recognize that not fully ‘fitting in’ a community or place can sometimes be difficult. Duke values the effort, resilience, and independence that may require. Feel free to share with us circumstances where something about you is different and how that’s influenced your experiences or identity.”
When choosing which optional prompts to answer, select the ones that allow you to present new and compelling information about yourself.
Highlighting diversity and inclusion: For prompts related to diversity or personal identity, focus on sharing unique aspects of your background and how they have shaped your worldview. Discuss how these experiences will contribute to the diversity of thought and culture at Duke.
Demonstrating creativity and intellect: For prompts asking about creativity or intellectual pursuits, choose an experience that truly showcases your innovative thinking. Detail how you approached a problem creatively, what you learned, and how it reflects your intellectual curiosity.
Personal growth and resilience: If you decide to write about overcoming challenges, focus on how these experiences have shaped your character and resilience. Reflect on how you’ve grown and how you’ll bring that strength to Duke.
Be authentic.
Your essays should reflect your true self. Admissions officers are looking for genuine insights into who you are, so it’s important to write in your own voice and be honest about your experiences and perspectives. No need to pretend to be someone you’re not.
Instead of simply stating your qualities, use specific examples and vivid descriptions to bring your experiences to life. For instance, rather than saying you’re a strong leader, describe a moment when you led a team through a challenging project, highlighting the obstacles you overcame and the impact of your leadership. This approach not only makes your essays more engaging but also leaves a lasting impression on the reader by vividly showcasing your strengths.
Always take the time to revise and proofread your essays. Multiple drafts will help you refine your ideas and ensure that your writing is clear and error-free. Consider seeking feedback from teachers, counselors, or peers.
Don’t let incorrect grammar or awkward phrasing distract from the strength of your message. Polishing your essays to perfection will help ensure that your true voice and unique story shine through.
For those seeking an insider’s perspective, we reached out to one of our experienced admissions coaches, Meghan, to share some of her best tips on crafting exceptional Duke supplemental essays. Here’s what she recommends:
"Don't repeat anything that AOs already know about their own school. Commonly known stats or information don't convey why the school is a good fit for YOU ." Meghan N. College Admissions Coach
Duke’s supplemental essays are a vital part of your application, offering a unique opportunity to show how you’ll fit into and contribute to the Duke community. By following the strategies outlined in this guide, you can craft Duke supplemental essays that will make your application shine.
Start your essays early, seek feedback, and don’t be afraid to revise until your essays truly reflect your best self. Good luck!
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Stick to the word limit while being concise and impactful. Each word should serve a purpose in conveying your message.
While you can draw on similar themes, it’s important to tailor your essays specifically to Duke. Show that you’ve taken the time to understand what makes Duke unique.
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This year, the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor requires applicants to write two supplemental essays. The first essay is limited to 300 words while the second essay is longer, with a maximum of 550 words. The Michigan supplemental prompts are: 1. Community Essay (Required for all applicants.)
How to Write the University of Michigan Supplemental Essay Prompt #2. The University of Michigan essays are kind of like the Pyramid of Giza if you turned it upside down and cut it into thirds. Maybe I should elaborate. The tip of a pyramid is pretty small, so you can't fit a ton of stuff into that space. As move toward the base (which is up ...
Read these University of Michigan essay examples to inspire your own writing. University of Michigan Supplemental Essay Prompts ... UMich's Ross School of Business has a renowned undergraduate program, which is ranked #3 nationally by U.S. News & World Report. Its graduates frequently land jobs at internationally successful corporations, and ...
Michigan Ross School of Business Essay Tips and Examples. June 25, 2024. Jeremy Shinewald. In your first required essay for the University of Michigan's Ross School of Business, you need to show the admissions committee that the program's hands-on learning environment not only appeals to you but is also the best way for you to gain the ...
What's Covered: Essay Example #1 - Community in Coaching. Essay Example #2 - Community in Drawing. Essay Example #3 - Community in Books. Essay Example #4 - Why This Major, Political Science and Environment. Essay Example #5 - Why This Major, Psychology and Spanish. Essay Example #6 (Ross School of Business) - Solving Issues with ...
The Requirements: One essay of 300 words, one essay of 550 words. Supplemental Essay Types: Community, Why. 1. Everyone belongs to many different communities and/or groups defined by (among other things) shared geography, religion, ethnicity, income, cuisine, interest, race, ideology, or intellectual heritage.
In addition to the Common App personal statement, students applying to the University of Michigan must complete two additional supplemental essays. The UMich supplemental essays both have a 100 minimum word requirement. However, the maximum word limit varies between the UMich essay prompts, with one essay at 300 words and the other at 550 words.
Choose the option that best helps you answer that question and write an essay of no more than 650 words, using the prompt to inspire and structure your response. Remember: 650 words is your limit, not your goal. Use the full range if you need it, but don't feel obligated to do so. (The application won't accept a response shorter than 250 words ...
Through its two essay prompts, the University of Michigan supplemental section still affords applicants an opportunity to showcase what makes them uniquely qualified for admission. Below are the University of Michigan supplemental prompts for the 2024-25 admissions cycle. The College Transitions team also offers tips about how to address each ...
Key Takeaway. For the University of Michigan supplemental essays, you'll be writing a community essay and a "why this major" essay. To write them well, you'll need to think about your overall application narrative. The University of Michigan—or UMich, if you're feeling casual—is one of the best large state schools in the country.
That's why I'm here to guide you through the prompts for the University of Michigan supplemental essays 2023-2024. I'll delve into each question, provide insights on crafting your response, and offer valuable tips to help you thrive in this process. University of Michigan Supplemental Essays 2023-2024 Prompt 1 (Required: 300 word limit)
This prompt has a minimum word count of 100 words and a maximum of 300 words. Here are some tips to help you tackle this essay: Tip #1: Demonstrate Curiosity: UMich seeks to admit students "who will lend educational and cultural diversity to campus and who are curious about new ideas, people, and experiences.".
One of the UMich supplemental essays is 500 words long, and the other is just 300 words. The longer of the two University of Michigan supplemental essays is the "Why UMich essay.". Though these UMich essays are different lengths, you should spend an equal amount of time on each. Don't afford less importance to the shorter of the two ...
Tip 4: Edit and Proofread Before You Submit. Lastly, make sure to edit and proofread each University of Michigan supplemental essay you write before you submit your application. Once you have a rough draft written, put it away for a few days. Then, take it out again and look it over with a fresh set of eyes.
Why this University of Michigan essay worked, according to an ex-admissions officer. In this essay, the author begins by praising the University's academics and then expresses how much of an opportunity it would be to get to matriculate at UMich. They uses energetic words and direct verbs. The sentences exude intention.
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Conclusion. Let's go back to the word count. 550 words is a lot of words, but you also have a lot to cover. If you hit the conclusion segment of your supplement and you're under 400 words, it's likely that you haven't been thorough enough. We tend to use almost every word when working with TKG clients.
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Robert be honing in on tackling the essays for this prestigious school. We'll cover the supplemental prompts for all applicants, and break down the essays specifically for Ross Business school applicants. Come watch a couple of prompts for expert tips, or stay for the whole stream to get the complete picture around boosting your UMich essays.
Applied to Umich Ross during EA. The entire application contains five (5) essays: Common App. Personal Statement (you should already have this done). UoM-Specific Essays. UoM university-wide supplemental essay 1. UoM university-wide supplemental essay 2. Ross Admissions Portfolio. Ross Business Case Discussion. Ross-specific supplemental essay.
10/06/2022 • 11 minute read. College Essays, U Michigan, College Applications. The acceptance rate at the University of Michigan is 28.6%, which may seem high compared to the Ivy League, but don't be fooled. The school is very selective—admissions officers review over 65,000 freshman applicants a year. For every 100 applicants, they only ...
General Information. The second Ross School of Business essay asks you to select an artifact that represents something significant about your life. Then, you'll write a description explaining how your chosen artifact demonstrates learning in action. This artifact doesn't have to be related to business. You can pick something from your work ...
University of Michigan supplemental essay #1. Everyone belongs to many different communities and/or groups defined by (among other things) shared geography, religion, ethnicity, income, cuisine, interest, race, ideology, or intellectual heritage. Choose one of the communities to which you belong, and describe that community and your place ...
Tackling Duke University's 2024-25 application can be challenging, especially when it comes to supplemental essays. These essays play a crucial role in showcasing who you are beyond your grades and test scores, highlighting how you align with Duke's values and community.