Lawrence University essay prompts
2026-27verified Lawrence University admissions
These are the most recent published prompts. Final 2026-27 supplements typically land by early August.
Why Lawrence
Describe why you believe Lawrence University is a good fit for you. What distinctive opportunities (academic or co-curricular) would you pursue and how would they connect to your interests and goals?
300 words max · Required
Intellectual or Creative Experience
Describe an intellectual or creative experience that has shaped the way you think or see the world. This could be a project, class, book, film, artwork, conversation, or any other experience that sparked curiosity or changed your perspective.
250 words max · Required
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Common questions
- What are the Lawrence University essay prompts for 2026-27?
- Lawrence University lists Why Lawrence (1 prompt); Intellectual or Creative Experience (1 prompt) for 2026-27.
- How many essays does Lawrence University require?
- Lawrence University requires 2 essays based on the published group instructions for 2026-27. The page lists 2 required and 0 optional prompts.
- What are the word limits for the Lawrence University supplemental essays?
- The published word and character limits are 300 words max, 250 words max.