Guide to the 2024-25 Common App Essays: Writing about Your Background (Prompt 1)
The 2024-25 Common Application's essay prompt 1 (full text below) asks you to write about your background or identity. But what is it REALLY asking? Get the lowdown from College Essay Advisors Founder and Chief Advisor, Stacey Brook. She’ll break this prompt down into its basic building blocks and offer some insider tips and strategies for picking the perfect topic.
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Full prompt text:
Some students have a background, identity, interest, or talent that is so meaningful they believe their application would be incomplete without it. If this sounds like you, then please share your story.
