University of Missouri-Columbia essay prompts

    2026-27verified University of Missouri-Columbia admissions

    Honors College Personal Essay (Honors applicants only)

    Honors College Applicants: Submit a personal essay (500-750 words) to help the Honors College know you as an individual. Use this space to share your story, your motivations, and what you would bring to the Honors community.

    750 words max · Required

    About the application

    Applies via the Common App.

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    What are the University of Missouri-Columbia essay prompts for 2026-27?
    University of Missouri-Columbia lists Honors College Personal Essay (Honors applicants only) (1 prompt) for 2026-27.
    How many essays does University of Missouri-Columbia require?
    University of Missouri-Columbia 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 Missouri-Columbia supplemental essays?
    The published word and character limits are 750 words max.