2026–27 application cycle
Temple University supplemental essays
Every writing prompt on the Temple University application, with word limits. All of it taken from the application itself. One prompt.
- Prompt 1Optional
Tell us more
As part of the Common Application, we have an optional essay where you can tell us more about yourself beyond your grades and/or test scores. We recommend that all students complete this section of the application.
Common questions
What do students ask about these essays?
How many essays does Temple University require?
Temple University lists 1 writing supplement for the 2026–27 cycle, and 0 of them are required. That’s on top of the main personal statement.
Do the Temple University supplemental essays matter?
Yes, and more so at the hardest schools to get into. Grades and scores put you in the pool. Supplements are one of the few places you control what the reader learns about you. A generic why-us essay is one of the most common mistakes students make.
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