University at Buffalo essay prompts
2025-26verified University at Buffalo admissions
These are the most recent published prompts. Final 2026-27 supplements typically land by early August. These are the most recent prompts Kolly has verified for this school. Schools typically publish final 2026-27 supplements by early August; check the official source below before submitting.
Intellectual Curiosity / Interdisciplinary Thinking
One of the hallmarks of the UB Honors College is our students' intellectual curiosity. In 500 words or less, discuss one current topic/issue that interests you and how it might be approached from multiple perspectives or disciplines.
500 words max · Required
Honors Scholar Identity
There is more to being a UB Honors scholar than earning good grades. In 500 words or less, please share what you believe defines an Honors scholar outside of academic achievement and how your undergraduate activities, choices and plans align with that description.
500 words max · Required
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Common questions
- What are the University at Buffalo essay prompts for 2025-26?
- University at Buffalo lists Intellectual Curiosity / Interdisciplinary Thinking (1 prompt); Honors Scholar Identity (1 prompt) for 2025-26.
- How many essays does University at Buffalo require?
- University at Buffalo requires 2 essays based on the published group instructions for 2025-26. The page lists 2 required and 0 optional prompts.
- What are the word limits for the University at Buffalo supplemental essays?
- The published word and character limits are 500 words max.