Super helpful seminar, particularly the timeline and unpackaging of the application. Of the course, really appreciate the regression model (as an economist) and the deeper dive into what the point of each essay really is/how best to approach it.
Also Duke! I believe it's explicitly stated as an option essay (where other schools, UVA for example, don't even mention them even though they are strongly favored)
I think you have decent chances if you apply early. With Cornell's mandatory little essay, make sure you communicate that you have researched in depth about Cornell.
I like the first generation essay but feel that could also be a great personal statement. Remember that you're diversity statement is only one page so you may be limiting yourself if you make this your diversity statement.
... 's unlimited editing of one essay); however I wanted to know ... -14 schools and also received essay assistance. Is it worth it ... to say yes if your essay is edited by a consultant ...
something related to playing college football would make for a great essay. Just don't be cliche and talk about some difficulty and how you persevered and overcame that adversity.
I chose corn being like this is a f'ing no-brainer. Then realized how badly I messed up with about 10 minutes left when I saw that my entire essay was based on having a combine. I don't even know what a combine is
What does this mean: "However, in each of the other 2 school LSAC applications, there are specific questions that lead to a "Why X" essay (and an additional "What ties do you have to the area" essay)."?
... have to write an additional essay about why you want to ... would basically be a bonus essay. If you are a great ... chaotic, and writing an additional essay will likely take a lot ...