Supplemental essays · 2026–27 application
Washington University in St. Louis supplemental essays.
The essay question Washington University in St. Louis asks this year, word for word, with the word limit and how to approach it.
Checked against admissions.washu.edu on October 17, 2026
What you write: One short answer, plus your Common App or Coalition essay.
Signature Scholar Program applicants answer one more 250-word question in the Pathway after applying.
What you want to study
Up to 250 words
Please tell us what you are interested in studying at college and why.
How to approach it
- Start with the moment the interest began.
- Show what you’ve already done about it: a class, a project, a book, a job.
- Say where you want to take it, even if you’re not sure yet.
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