Prompt database · 2026-27 cycle
Babson College
Deadlines
source| Early Action | November 1, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Early Decision | November 1, 2026 |
| Early Decision II | January 4, 2027 |
| Regular Decision | January 4, 2027 |
Essay prompts (2)
- academic interestRequired of all applicants2026-27500 words
Source details
Required of all applicants (Writing Supplement #1). Respond with either a traditional essay (500 words maximum) OR a one-minute video — no preference is given to either format in admission decisions.
The Babson education prepares students to think and act entrepreneurially, preparing them for careers across a variety of industries including business, entrepreneurship, social innovation, and more. Tell us about your interest in studying business, including any relevant experience you have or what your career aspirations are, and how you feel Babson can help prepare you to make an impact in your chosen field of business.
This is the 2025-26 wording, carried over: Babson College has not republished this prompt for 2026-27 yet. Schools usually post updates around the Common App opening on August 1; we re-check after that and change this text only against an official source.
- communityRequired of all applicants2026-27250 words
Source details
Required of all applicants (Writing Supplement #2). Essay only, 250 words maximum.
A defining element of the Babson experience is learning and thriving in an equitable and inclusive community with a wide range of perspectives, experiences, and interests. Please share something about your background, lived experiences, or viewpoint(s) that speaks to: (1) your commitment to promoting access, connection, or understanding across differences; and/or (2) how you will contribute to and learn from Babson's collaborative community.
This is the 2025-26 wording, carried over: Babson College has not republished this prompt for 2026-27 yet. Schools usually post updates around the Common App opening on August 1; we re-check after that and change this text only against an official source.
The school's published AI policy
We understand that applicants may choose to use generative AI to support their application process. However, it’s essential that your materials remain authentic and reflect your own experiences and perspectives. The final work you submit with your application should authentically reflect your lived experiences, interest in Babson College, and future goals. If you choose to use generative AI, we recommend that you use this tool to enhance your original work and not create it. We value hearing your authentic voice and perspective, so ensure that your responses genuinely reflect who you are and what you hope to achieve at Babson.
the school’s published policyChecked Aug 27, 2026
Our reading
Babson expressly anticipates that applicants may use generative AI to support their application and asks that it enhance original work rather than create it, with the submitted materials still authentically reflecting the applicant's own experiences, voice, and goals.
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