The University of Alabama essay prompts

    2026-27verified The University of Alabama admissions

    Scholarship Essay (Optional)

    University of Alabama requires the Common App personal statement. For competitive scholarship consideration, optionally write an essay sharing your goals, leadership, and why you want to attend Alabama.

    500 words max · Optional

    About the application

    Applies via the Common App.

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    What are the The University of Alabama essay prompts for 2026-27?
    The University of Alabama lists Scholarship Essay (Optional) (1 prompt) for 2026-27.
    How many essays does The University of Alabama require?
    The University of Alabama currently requires no school-specific essays for 2026-27. The page lists 0 required and 1 optional prompts.
    What are the word limits for the The University of Alabama supplemental essays?
    The published word and character limits are 500 words max.