Supplemental essays · 2026–27 application
University of Northern Colorado supplemental essays.
The essay question University of Northern Colorado asks this year, word for word, with the word limit and how to approach it.
Checked against unco.edu and the Common App application on October 17, 2026
What you write: No supplemental essay. One box asks for comments on your academic record, up to 800 words.
Comments on your academic record
Comments Regarding Your Academic Record: Provide additional information related to your application. For example: If your transcript shows any D or F grades, we encourage taking the opportunity to help us understand the circumstances surrounding your course outcome(s). It's most helpful in your response to identify and reflect on what factors contributed to any gaps, patterns, grade trends, etc.
The box needs at least one word.
How to approach it
- Answer the exact question asked, in the first few lines.
- Use one real example instead of three general ones.
- Read it out loud before you submit.
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