25: The Dos and Don’ts of the Activity Essay

The College Essay Advisors Podcast

Join Stacey and Becca as they review common Activity Essay prompts, discuss the purpose of the essay within the scope of the larger application, offer guidance on which of your activities to expand upon, and flag common pitfalls to sidestep.
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The prompts discussed in this episode read as follows:
- Stanford 2023-24 Activity Prompt: "Briefly elaborate on one of your extracurricular activities, a job you hold, or responsibilities you have for your family. (50 word limit)"
- Georgetown 2023-24 Activity Prompt: "Briefly discuss the significance to you of the school or summer activity in which you have been most involved. (1/2 page, single-spaced, or approximately 300-400 words depending on font size)"
- Most common Activity Prompt: "Please briefly elaborate on one of your extracurricular activities or work experiences. (250 words)"