Graduate programs are rethinking personal statements as AI-assisted writing becomes more prevalent. Some schools are reducing the weight of essays, while others enforce strict AI-use rules. Applicants ...

The Common App will retain its seven essay prompts for the 2026–2027 admissions cycle, continuing its emphasis on personal storytelling. The decision allows students to work with familiar questions ...

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Beyond the personal statement, many top schools require applicants to submit supplemental essays answering various questions, like why they chose their intended major or why they are applying to a ...