Supplemental essays · 2026–27 application
DePauw University supplemental essays.
The essay question DePauw University asks this year, word for word, with the word limit and how to approach it.
Checked against depauw.edu and the Common App application on October 17, 2026
What you write: One optional short answer, 50 words or less.
Optional: your leadership at DePauw
Up to 50 words · Optional
DePauw's mission is to prepare the leaders the world needs; in what ways do you intend to enhance your leadership strengths during your time at DePauw?
Optional. DePauw says answering helps with scholarship and special program selection. The box allows up to 100 words.
How to approach it
- Every word counts. Cut warm-up phrases like “I believe that”.
- Specific beats impressive: a real song, a real food, a real place.
- It’s fine to be funny if that’s you.
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