Colgate University essay prompts
2026-27verified Colgate University admissions
Diversity & Perspectives
Colgate students engage with people whose experiences and perspectives differ from their own. What benefits do you see in engaging with a diverse body of students, faculty, and staff?
250 words max · Required
Inspiration & Pursuit
What inspires you intellectually or socially, and how would you pursue that interest at Colgate?
250 words max · Required
13 Statements
Colgate's 13 (a short-form prompt where applicants share 13 brief statements about themselves — could include favorite books, words, places, etc.). Use this space to give us a quick glimpse of you.
No limit listed · Required
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Common questions
- What are the Colgate University essay prompts for 2026-27?
- Colgate University lists Diversity & Perspectives (1 prompt); Inspiration & Pursuit (1 prompt); 13 Statements (1 prompt) for 2026-27.
- How many essays does Colgate University require?
- Colgate University requires 3 essays based on the published group instructions for 2026-27. The page lists 3 required and 0 optional prompts.
- What are the word limits for the Colgate University supplemental essays?
- The published word and character limits are 250 words max.