<p>Definitely recycled my Stanford intellectual vitality essay with a few edits and additions for Harvard. I also used this essay for my UC applications too. I don’t think there is anything wrong with reusing a strong essay, because Harvard does not assign a specific prompt, and a strong essay is a strong essay. I honestly think the admissions officers care more about the talent and honesty you present in your essay than the prompt you answer, although obviously the prompt can influence the effectiveness of your essay.</p>