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Emory University

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Emory University’s 2024-25 Essay Prompts

Why This Major Short Response

Required
200 Words

What academic areas are you interested in exploring at Emory University and why?

Select-A-Prompt Short Response

Required
150 Words

Please answer one of the following questions:


Option 1

Which book, character, song, monologue, or other creative work (fiction or non-fiction) seems made for you? Why?


Option 2

Reflect on a personal experience where you intentionally expanded your cultural awareness.


Option 3

Emory University‘s core mission calls for service to humanity. Share how you might personally contribute to this mission.


Option 4

Emory University has a strong commitment to building community. Tell us about a community you have been part of where your participation helped to change or shape the community for the better.

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