17+ ChatGPT Prompts for Academic Writing

I'm writing a [WORD COUNT] word essay for my [CLASS] on [TOPIC]. Generate 3 unique thesis statements that are: (1) arguable, not just factual, (2) specific enough to be proven in the word limit, (3) interesting to my target reader. For each thesis, explain what evidence would support it.

My current thesis is: '[YOUR THESIS]'. This is for a [CLASS] essay. Identify weaknesses in this thesis and suggest 3 ways to make it more specific, arguable, or impactful. Show me the improved versions.

My thesis is: '[YOUR THESIS]'. Create a logical map showing: (1) My main claim, (2) 3-4 supporting arguments, (3) The evidence each argument needs, (4) Potential counterarguments, (5) How to address those counterarguments.

I'm researching [TOPIC] for a [CLASS] assignment. Suggest: (1) 5 types of primary sources I should look for, (2) 5 types of secondary sources, (3) Specific databases or archives where I might find them, (4) Keywords to use in academic search engines like Google Scholar or JSTOR.

I found this source for my essay: [PASTE CITATION OR SUMMARY]. Analyze it for: (1) Credibility of the author/publication, (2) Potential biases, (3) How recent/relevant it is, (4) Key arguments I can cite, (5) How it supports or challenges my thesis.

I want to use this quote in my essay: '[PASTE QUOTE]'. My argument is [YOUR ARGUMENT]. Show me 3 different ways to introduce this quote, integrate it into my paragraph, and explain its significance in my own words.

Create a detailed outline for my [WORD COUNT] word essay. Topic: [TOPIC]. Thesis: [THESIS]. Include: (1) Introduction with 3 hook options, (2) 4-5 body paragraphs with topic sentences and evidence placeholders, (3) Transitions between sections, (4) Conclusion that extends the argument. Mark where I need citations.

I'm writing a body paragraph about [PARAGRAPH TOPIC] to support my thesis: [THESIS]. Create a paragraph structure using: (1) Topic sentence that advances my argument, (2) Context/setup for evidence, (3) Where to place my quote or evidence, (4) Analysis explaining the evidence's significance, (5) Transition to next paragraph.

Write 3 different openings for my essay on [TOPIC] with thesis [THESIS]. Make them: (1) A surprising statistic or fact opening, (2) A narrative/anecdote opening, (3) A provocative question opening. Each should be 4-5 sentences and lead naturally to my thesis.

Edit this paragraph for clarity and concision. Keep my voice but: (1) Eliminate wordiness, (2) Strengthen weak verbs, (3) Break up run-on sentences, (4) Remove redundancy. Show me the edited version with brief notes on what you changed: [PASTE PARAGRAPH]

Rewrite this paragraph to sound more academically appropriate for a college-level essay, while keeping my main points intact. Explain what makes the new version more scholarly: [PASTE PARAGRAPH]

Analyze this paragraph for sentence variety: [PASTE PARAGRAPH]. Then rewrite it with: (1) Mix of short and long sentences, (2) Different sentence openings, (3) Various sentence structures. Explain your changes.

I'm writing a comparative essay on [SUBJECT A] vs [SUBJECT B] for my [CLASS]. Help me: (1) Identify 4-5 meaningful points of comparison, (2) Decide between point-by-point vs block structure, (3) Develop a thesis that goes beyond 'they're similar and different', (4) Create an outline.

I'm analyzing [LITERARY WORK] by [AUTHOR] focusing on [THEME/TECHNIQUE]. Help me: (1) Develop an arguable thesis about how the author uses this element, (2) Identify 3-4 key passages to analyze, (3) Suggest literary terms and concepts to incorporate, (4) Create a paragraph-by-paragraph outline.

Help me write a research proposal for my [CLASS]. Topic: [TOPIC]. Include: (1) Research question, (2) Brief literature review of the debate, (3) My tentative thesis, (4) Methodology (what sources I'll use), (5) Significance—why this matters.

Review this essay draft as a college writing tutor. My assignment was [DESCRIBE ASSIGNMENT]. For my draft, assess: (1) Thesis clarity and arguability, (2) Evidence quality and integration, (3) Organization and flow, (4) Biggest weakness to address, (5) Specific revision suggestions. Be constructively critical: [PASTE DRAFT]

Read my essay and evaluate each body paragraph for argument strength: [PASTE ESSAY]. For each paragraph, rate 1-5 on: (1) Clear topic sentence, (2) Relevant evidence, (3) Sufficient analysis, (4) Connection to thesis. Suggest specific improvements for paragraphs rated below 4.