The essays are best opportunity for applicants to present themselves and it plays an utterly important role for potential admission.
Personal statement
Personal statement (the main essay) allows applicant to present themself before admission committee and outline their educational goals and future aspirations.
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Supplemental essays
In addition to the personal statement, every selective university requires the applicant to write a set of supplemental essays (supplements).
Each college has its own set of prompts. Their number also varies and can be significant.
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Short answer to questions
In addition, top colleges like asking short questions, answers to which also hold significant value.
