Yale University

2026-27 · Common App, Coalition App, QuestBridge

Restrictive Early Action
November 1, 2026
Regular Decision
January 2, 2027

Personal statement required (250-650 words), plus five supplements:

  1. Required · 200 words

    Tell us about a topic or idea that excites you and is related to one or more academic areas you selected above. Why are you drawn to it?

    Short answer. We review full-length essays only.

  2. Required · 200 characters / approx 35 words

    If you could teach any college course, write a book, or create an original piece of art of any kind, what would it be?

    Short answer. We review full-length essays only.

  3. Required · 200 characters / approx 35 words

    What is one aspect of yourself that you hope to grow or develop during college?

    Short answer. We review full-length essays only.

  4. Required · 200 characters / approx 35 words

    What is something about you that is not included anywhere else in your application?

    Short answer. We review full-length essays only.

  5. Required (choose 1 of 3) · 400 words

    Reflect on a time you discussed an issue important to you with someone holding an opposing view. OR Reflect on your membership in a community... OR Reflect on an element of your personal experience...
    Review my draft

Deadlines around the same time