Lehigh essay prompts
2026-27verified Lehigh University admissions
These are the most recent published prompts. Final 2026-27 supplements typically land by early August.
Why Lehigh
Lehigh's motto is 'Homo minister et interpres naturae' – 'Man, the servant and interpreter of nature.' How would you use a Lehigh education to serve and interpret the world around you?
150 words max · Required
Community
Lehigh is a community where students grow together, challenge each other, and support one another. Describe a community you belong to and how it has shaped the person you are today.
150 words max · Required
Character/Resilience
Lehigh values students who demonstrate resilience and character. Tell us about a time you faced a setback or challenge. How did you respond, and what did you learn about yourself?
150 words max · Required
Intellectual Curiosity
Lehigh encourages intellectual curiosity and exploration across disciplines. Describe an idea or a question that excites you. Why does it interest you, and how might you pursue it at Lehigh?
150 words max · Required
About the application
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Common questions
- What are the Lehigh essay prompts for 2026-27?
- Lehigh lists Why Lehigh (1 prompt); Community (1 prompt); Character/Resilience (1 prompt); Intellectual Curiosity (1 prompt) for 2026-27.
- How many essays does Lehigh require?
- Lehigh requires 4 essays based on the published group instructions for 2026-27. The page lists 4 required and 0 optional prompts.
- What are the word limits for the Lehigh supplemental essays?
- The published word and character limits are 150 words max.