University of Massachusetts-Lowell essay prompts
2025-26verified University of Massachusetts-Lowell 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.
No Test Option Essay (Optional)
Describe your experience, motivation, or character traits that will allow you to be a successful student at UMass Lowell.
550 words max · Optional
Generation's Greatest Challenge
What is the greatest challenge your generation will face? What ideas do you have for dealing with this issue?
650 words max · Required
Invent Your Own Question
Formulate the perfect admissions essay question and answer it.
650 words max · Required
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Common questions
- What are the University of Massachusetts-Lowell essay prompts for 2025-26?
- University of Massachusetts-Lowell lists No Test Option Essay (Optional) (1 prompt); Generation's Greatest Challenge (1 prompt); Invent Your Own Question (1 prompt) for 2025-26.
- How many essays does University of Massachusetts-Lowell require?
- University of Massachusetts-Lowell requires 2 essays based on the published group instructions for 2025-26. The page lists 2 required and 1 optional prompts.
- What are the word limits for the University of Massachusetts-Lowell supplemental essays?
- The published word and character limits are 550 words max, 650 words max.