The Common App essay has a word limit of 650 words, but that doesn’t mean you need to use every single one. Most strong essays land somewhere between 550 and 650 words. Think of it like telling a great story at dinner. Long enough to be meaningful, short enough to keep everyone interested. If it’s […]

Yes, you can reuse your Common App essay for every school you apply to through the Common App. That’s actually what it’s designed for. It serves as your personal statement, giving admissions officers a glimpse of who you are beyond grades and test scores. However, many colleges also require supplemental essays with their own prompts. […]

Once you submit your Common App essay to a college, you cannot edit it for that specific school. It is set in stone. However, if you have not submitted your application to all your schools yet, you can still make changes to the essay before each new submission. So if you spot a typo or […]

The Common App releases a set of essay prompts each year, and they tend to stay pretty consistent. For the 2025 admissions cycle, there are seven prompts to choose from. Common app prompts cover a range of topics like personal growth, challenges you’ve faced, beliefs you’ve questioned, moments of gratitude, or a topic of your […]