University of Richmond supplemental essays, 2026-27
University of Richmond lists 3 supplemental questions for 2026-27. None is a direct "why us" question, so strong drafts from other schools can often be adapted.
The 3 prompts
In the order the school lists them. A limit appears only where the school prints one.
Richmond is a community that strives to be relentlessly welcoming. Tell us about a time you made a space better for other people by helping them feel welcome, heard, included, or supported.
What it asks for: community you belong to.
Richmond students turn ideas into actions. Tell us about a time you learned by doing, making, building, testing, helping, or leading and what that experience taught you about yourself, the world, or the kind of impact you want to have.
What it asks for: what you will contribute.
Richmond’s mascot is the Spider. Just as you are unique, this singular mascot represents over 52,680 unique species of spiders. Tell us about the communities, experiences, or ambitions that have shaped you into the unique person you are and how you will make your mark as part of a Spider community.
What it asks for: community you belong to.
Source: University of Richmond, read October 24, 2026. Confirm the prompts in your application before you submit.
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Questions
1. Richmond is a community that strives to be relentlessly welcoming. Tell us about a time you made a space better for other people by helping them feel welcome, heard, included, or supported. (650 words) 2. Richmond students turn ideas into actions. Tell us about a time you learned by doing, making, building, testing, helping, or leading and what that experience taught you about yourself, the world, or the kind of impact you want to have. (650 words) 3. Richmond’s mascot is the Spider. Just as you are unique, this singular mascot represents over 52,680 unique species of spiders. Tell us about the communities, experiences, or ambitions that have shaped you into the unique person you are and how you will make your mark as part of a Spider community. (650 words)
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