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Villanova University’s 2024-25 Essay Prompts

Select-A-Prompt Short Response

Required
300 Words

Please select one of the five essay prompts listed below to fulfill the writing requirement and respond in about 250 words.


Option 1

St. Augustine states that well-being is “not concerned with myself alone, but with my neighbor’s good as well.” How have you advocated for equity and justice in your communities?


Option 2

What is a lesson in life that you have learned that you would want to share with others at Villanova?


Option 3

“Villanova” means “new home.” Why do you want to call Villanova your new home?


Option 4

As an Augustinian community, we value recognizing individuals for their true selves. Please share with us a time when you were misjudged based on your identity, background, experiences, or interests.


Option 5

At Villanova, we often say "each of us strengthens all of us." Please detail a time when someone has borrowed some of your strength in their time of need.

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