University of Kentucky essay prompts
2025-26verified University of Kentucky 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.
Common Good / Commonwealth
Kentucky is one of four states that is a Commonwealth. The term means the state is for the common good. What do you consider to be for "the common good" and how do you hope to use your life experiences, challenges, uniqueness, and intellect to contribute to the common good in your community, as you define it?
500 words max · Required
About the application
Applies via the Common App.
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Common questions
- What are the University of Kentucky essay prompts for 2025-26?
- University of Kentucky lists Common Good / Commonwealth (1 prompt) for 2025-26.
- How many essays does University of Kentucky require?
- University of Kentucky requires 1 essay based on the published group instructions for 2025-26. The page lists 1 required and 0 optional prompts.
- What are the word limits for the University of Kentucky supplemental essays?
- The published word and character limits are 500 words max.