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Harvard University
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Harvard University’s 2024-25 Essay Prompts
Diversity Short Response
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Harvard has long recognized the importance of enrolling a diverse student body. How will the life experiences that shape who you are today enable you to contribute to Harvard?
Differing Opinions Short Response
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Describe a time when you strongly disagreed with someone about an idea or issue. How did you communicate or engage with this person? What did you learn from this experience?
Extracurricular Short Response
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Briefly describe any of your extracurricular activities, employment experience, travel, or family responsibilities that have shaped who you are.
Future Goals Short Response
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How do you hope to use your Harvard education in the future?
Roommate Short Response
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Top 3 things your roommates might like to know about you.
