<p>Say if University A had the exact same questions and word count as University B for a supplement. Is it acceptable to copy and paste the answer? (it is not school-specific; it simply asks about an extracurricular). In other words, there is no way that University A knows that I sent the same thing to University B?</p>
<p>Yes recycling essays for similar prompts is actually encouraged. No need to write out a whole nother essay. Colleges will not see things sent to other colleges.</p>
<p>Definitely recycle your EC essay from one school to another. Be sure to fix anything that is school specific. No school ever sees what you have submitted to any other school.</p>