Whitman College essay prompts

    2026-27verified Whitman College admissions

    Community Contribution

    How will your unique experiences, perspectives, or interests contribute to the Whitman community?

    500 words max · Required

    About the application

    Applies via the Common App.

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    What are the Whitman College essay prompts for 2026-27?
    Whitman College lists Community Contribution (1 prompt) for 2026-27.
    How many essays does Whitman College require?
    Whitman College 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 Whitman College supplemental essays?
    The published word and character limits are 500 words max.