Coalition recommends 500–650 words.

2026–27 Coalition App Essay Prompts

If you apply through the Coalition Application (now on Scoir), choose one of these prompts. Coalition recommends 500–650 words.

1. Prompt 1 · A story from your life

   650 words max

   Tell a story from your life, describing an experience that either demonstrates your character or helped to shape it.

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2. Prompt 2 · What excites you

   650 words max

   What interests or excites you? How does it shape who you are now or who you might become in the future?

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3. Prompt 3 · Positive impact

   650 words max

   Describe a time when you had a positive impact on others. What were the challenges? What were the rewards?

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4. Prompt 4 · An idea questioned

   650 words max

   Has there been a time when an idea or belief of yours was questioned? How did you respond? What did you learn?

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5. Prompt 5 · Success or obstacle

   650 words max

   What success have you achieved or obstacle have you faced? What advice would you give a sibling or friend going through a similar experience?

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6. Prompt 6 · Topic of your choice

   650 words max

   Submit an essay on a topic of your choice.

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Source: official prompt page. Always double-check prompts in your application portal.