University of Iowa essay prompts

    2026-27verified University of Iowa admissions

    Supplemental Application Essay

    University of Iowa Supplemental Application: Share information about your academic interests, activities, leadership experiences, and what you hope to gain from your time at Iowa. Each essay response has a 1,500-character limit.

    No limit listed · Required

    About the application

    Applies via the Common App.

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    Common questions

    What are the University of Iowa essay prompts for 2026-27?
    University of Iowa lists Supplemental Application Essay (1 prompt) for 2026-27.
    How many essays does University of Iowa require?
    University of Iowa requires 1 essay based on the published group instructions for 2026-27. The page lists 1 required and 0 optional prompts.
    What are the word limits for the University of Iowa supplemental essays?
    University of Iowa currently lists no word or character limits for school-specific essays.