Can You Reuse College Essays?

Yes, you can adapt your personal statement and supplements across schools, but you must tailor any school-specific details and never leave another school's name in.

Yes — reuse and adapt, but always tailor. The classic mistake is leaving the wrong school's name in a "Why Us" essay.

Safe Reuse Tips

Reuse your core personal statement broadly
Adapt "Why major" essays with light edits
Rewrite "Why us" specifics for each school
Proofread for leftover school names

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Last updated: June 30, 2026 | RightWay AI