{"id":942,"date":"2024-09-27T15:00:53","date_gmt":"2024-09-27T20:00:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/myredkite.com\/blog\/?p=942"},"modified":"2025-08-07T09:50:01","modified_gmt":"2025-08-07T14:50:01","slug":"5-weird-college-essay-prompts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/myredkite.com\/blog\/5-weird-college-essay-prompts\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Weird College Essay Prompts (And How to Nail Them)"},"content":{"rendered":"

During your college application journey, you might stumble across some totally bizarre essay prompts. They\u2019ll catch you off guard at first, but don\u2019t panic! Ya girl Jane is here to let you in on all my essay-tackling secrets.<\/span><\/p>\n

Weird prompts are actually a blessing in disguise.<\/em> They may throw you off for a second, but they\u2019re designed to challenge you. It\u2019s an opportunity to show off your personality, vibes, and creativity!<\/p>\n

They\u2019re also way more fun than the usual \u201cTell us your five greatest strengths\u201d or \u201cWhy do you want to attend this college?\u201d stuff\u2026<\/p>\n

Think of it this way: when an essay prompt is strange or unexpected, the admissions office isn\u2019t looking for some pitch-perfect answer. (Y\u2019all seen that movie? Or am I officially old\u2026?)<\/p>\n

Colleges want to see how you think, how you approach problems, and – most importantly – how you stand out. So lean into the weirdness! Get goofy, get bold, and most of all, get ready to showcase the side of you that doesn\u2019t always come across in traditional essays.<\/p>\n

To go along with today\u2019s theme, I\u2019ve interspersed this blog post with goofy photos of dogs. You\u2019re welcome.<\/p>\n

Let\u2019s get into it!<\/p>\n

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1. University of Chicago: What advice would a wisdom tooth have?<\/strong><\/h4>\n

The University of Chicago is legendary for its unorthodox essay prompts, and this one is clearly no exception. Of all the prompts I found from this school, this one stood out to me as one of the hardest. Like, girl, I don\u2019t know. Chew?<\/p>\n

All right, fine. Let\u2019s personify a wisdom tooth, shall we? It\u2019d be the last one to show up to the party\u2026 and it wasn\u2019t even invited in the first place. Then it just lurks around in the background until it finally gets yanked out. Too negative?<\/p>\n

Would this tooth offer wise (pun intended!) life lessons about patience, endurance, or acceptance? Or maybe it\u2019s a little bitter about being removed, and it might tell you to speak up before you get sidelined.<\/p>\n

How to nail it:<\/strong> Let your imagination run wild with metaphors, besties! Maybe this wisdom tooth represents a milestone in your life, like or outgrowing old habits.<\/p>\n

You could even reflect on your own \u201cwisdom\u201d and what advice you\u2019d give to your younger self. Don\u2019t shy away from humor, either! You can play up the drama of the tooth\u2019s removal, or make it a sarcastic life coach for the other teeth.<\/p>\n

This admissions office will definitely appreciate a light-hearted approach that also manages to sneak in some insight into your character. The key here is to find a balance: make it entertaining yet meaningful.<\/p>\n

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2. Tufts University: Kermit the Frog famously lamented, \u2018It\u2019s not easy being green.\u2019 Do you agree?<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Believe it or not, \u201cIt\u2019s not easy being green\u201d isn\u2019t just a meme – it\u2019s also expressing a struggle with identity and belonging.<\/p>\n

Such a deceptively simple statement is actually reflecting on individuality, difference, and how we all relate to the world around us. Pretty deep for Sesame Street, y\u2019know?<\/p>\n

Kermit isn\u2019t just talking about being a green frog in a world of colorful Muppets. He\u2019s expressing how difficult it can be to embrace your uniqueness when you feel like you\u2019re always blending into the background.<\/p>\n

Eventually, Kermit starts to appreciate being green, realizing that it\u2019s part of who he is and what makes him special. (Awww\u2026)<\/p>\n

How to nail it:<\/strong> Use this prompt as a springboard to explore your own experiences with self-expression!<\/p>\n

Do you relate to Kermit\u2019s original struggle of feeling like you don\u2019t quite fit in? Or maybe you reject that idea and believe it’s a strength to be different. Period!<\/p>\n

Whether you resonate with his initial frustration or embrace the beauty of being unique, your essay should tell a story about how you\u2019ve navigated life\u2019s pressures to conform.<\/p>\n

The goal is to show that you understand both the difficulty and the power of being yourself in a world that sometimes wants everyone to be the same. It\u2019s not easy being you!<\/p>\n

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3. University of Southern California: What is your favorite snack?<\/strong><\/h4>\n

I know you\u2019re thinking to yourself: \u201cJane. This is gonna be the easiest essay EVER!\u201d Pump the breaks for a sec!<\/p>\n

Now, remember, we\u2019re trying to get into USC, here. They\u2019re not asking why you think Doritos are so tasty. (Where\u2019s my Cool Ranch gang at?)<\/p>\n

After all, what does your snack preference have to do with getting into college? They\u2019re asking about you<\/em>. The admissions team wants to see how you take a seemingly trivial prompt and turn it into something that reflects your personality and\/or values.<\/p>\n

The trick here is not to get hung up on whether your favorite snack is \u201cimpressive\u201d enough. (Although, you can\u2019t tell me that Cool Ranch wouldn\u2019t take the gold in the Snack Olympics). The real question is: What does your choice say about you?<\/p>\n

A favorite snack can be a surprisingly effective way to communicate things like your cultural background, personal habits, or even how you unwind after a long day.<\/p>\n

How to nail it:<\/strong> I can\u2019t stress this enough: be careful not to overthink this one! (I\u2019m looking at you, my fellow Libras\u2026) You don\u2019t have to choose something exotic just for the sake of it.<\/p>\n

The goal is to let this small question offer a window into your life. Maybe your favorite snack is one you discovered in your childhood. Maybe it\u2019s a homemade treat that reminds you of family gatherings or special occasions.<\/p>\n

In that case, you could use the snack to tell a story about your roots, family traditions, or even your cultural identity.<\/p>\n

On the flip side, if your snack of choice is more modern or unconventional (this is me coming out as a Takis stan), you could discuss how your tastes have evolved with your personality.<\/p>\n

Is there a snack that fuels your creativity while studying? Personally, I pretty much lived on dark chocolate for late-night motivation during study sessions.<\/p>\n

Ultimately, the snack you choose should reflect you<\/em> in some way, no matter how simple it might seem.<\/p>\n

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4. Brandeis University: You are required to spend the next year of your life in either the past or the future. What year would you travel to and why?<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Alright, buckle up, Marty McFly! This question is wide open, but it\u2019s designed to see if you can think critically and<\/em> get a little weird with your answer.<\/p>\n

So, where are we going, besties? The Renaissance? Woodstock? A year in the future when we\u2019ve finally colonized Mars? (I wanna go back to 15 minutes ago, just before I ate that PB&J. Mmmm.)<\/p>\n

This prompt is a history buff’s fantasy, or a sci-fi lover\u2019s dream come true. You can relive a iconic historical event, or fast-forward to a future where (hopefully) you can have Beyonc\u00e9 merch delivered by drone.<\/span><\/p>\n

How to nail it: <\/strong>The point is: your chosen year should say something about you<\/em>. Maybe you wanna jam out with Mozart because you\u2019re interested in music composition (let me know if he was actually<\/em> 5\u20194). Or maybe you\u2019re thinking about hopping into a sci-fi utopia, because you want to help create the technology of the future.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re into social justice, you could jump back to the 1960s and hang out with civil rights legends, like Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Then you can tie that back to how you want to carry the torch of activism today!<\/p>\n

Or, if you\u2019re feeling extra bold, you could write about a future where equality is actually<\/em> a thing. Bonus points if you describe future you leading a peaceful rebellion to topple some unjust, dystopian government.<\/p>\n

Whatever year you choose, make it personal, make it funny, and make Brandeis wish they had their own time machine just to come meet you!<\/p>\n

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5. University of Notre Dame: You have 150 words. Take a risk.<\/strong><\/h4>\n

This prompt is every writer\u2019s dream, besties. The world is your oyster! (At least, 150 words of oyster.)<\/p>\n

The reason I included this prompt is because it lies in the heart of what I\u2019ve been discussing in my essay analysis series.<\/a><\/strong> If you don\u2019t feel a little nervous before submitting something – and this applies to most things in life, too – you\u2019re leaning too far on the safe side!<\/p>\n

Obviously, this is not the time to brag about your accomplishments or puff up the rest of your dazzling resume. You can do that elsewhere. Now\u2019s your chance to step back, take a breath, then jump outside of your comfort zone.<\/p>\n

And that\u2019s intimidating! You might consider writing about one topic, then decide it\u2019s too risky. Use your best judgement, but if you ask me, that’s exactly what Notre Dame is looking for.<\/p>\n

How to nail it:<\/strong> The essence of surprise is crucial, my Kitelings! We need to surprise the admissions committee with something unexpected.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re feeling poetic, you could turn these 150 words into a mini-masterpiece. Maybe it\u2019s a vivid snapshot of a moment in your life that had a lasting impact. Maybe it’s the time you failed miserably at something, but that failure sparked an epiphany. Whatever it is, make them feel something, even if it’s only for a few paragraphs.<\/p>\n

I\u2019m always an advocate for humor, but just remember to avoid the gimmicky \u201cshock value\u201d stuff that doesn\u2019t really say anything. Like writing \u201cI have nothing to say\u201d or leaving it blank (sorry, you\u2019re not the first to think of that).<\/p>\n

The goal is to take a meaningful<\/em> risk that gives the admissions team a fresh perspective on who you are.<\/p>\n

As always, just be genuine and go with a risk that resonates with you<\/em>. What\u2019s something you would be scared to say to your grandma? Write it down! Show ’em that you\u2019re not afraid to stand out – even for just 150 words.<\/p>\n

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Well, we\u2019ve made it to the end, my Kitelings. I hope you feel a little more prepared to take on all those college apps!<\/p>\n

And don\u2019t worry! I\u2019ll be back next week. Also, be sure to sign up for Red Kite for access to over $25 BILLION in scholarships, grants, loans, and more!<\/p>\n

www.myredkite.com<\/a><\/strong> today!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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