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Does Princeton University allow AI help with college essays?
A policy is reported but not published anywhere we can verify
What is reported about Princeton University
Princeton publishes no binding AI rule. The Dean of Admission's blog cautions against AI in applications ("AI is not inherently 'bad', but I caution against it in your college application"), and a September 2026 post by the same dean advises applicants to shy away from AI tools when preparing their essays: discouragement, not a prohibition.
Checked October 16, 2026 · no publicly verifiable source exists
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