Loyola University Chicago essay prompts
2026-27verified Loyola University Chicago admissions
These are the most recent published prompts. Final 2026-27 supplements typically land by early August.
Rome Start Program Essay
One essay of 500 words or less is required. Please include information in your essay that describes your international experience or global interest that you feel prepares you for the Rome Start program.
500 words max · Required
Why Loyola
Applicants may choose to write an optional personal essay. If you choose to write one, please upload it to your application portal. We encourage you to tell the admission committee something about yourself that you think they should know, which may include: why you are interested in attending Loyola; a significant experience or achievement in your life; or your career goals and how you think Loyola can help you achieve them.
No limit listed · Optional
Community and Service
Loyola University Chicago is a Jesuit, Catholic institution that values community, service, and social justice. Please describe how your personal experiences, values, or background have shaped your understanding of serving others or contributing to the common good. How do you hope to engage with these values at Loyola?
No limit listed · Required
Diversity and Inclusion
We believe that diversity enriches our community. Reflect on a time when you encountered a perspective different from your own. What did you learn from that experience, and how might it influence your contributions to our campus community?
No limit listed · Required
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Common questions
- What are the Loyola University Chicago essay prompts for 2026-27?
- Loyola University Chicago lists Rome Start Program Essay (1 prompt); Why Loyola (1 prompt); Community and Service (1 prompt); Diversity and Inclusion (1 prompt) for 2026-27.
- How many essays does Loyola University Chicago require?
- Loyola University Chicago requires 3 essays based on the published group instructions for 2026-27. The page lists 3 required and 1 optional prompts.
- What are the word limits for the Loyola University Chicago supplemental essays?
- The published word and character limits are 500 words max.