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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Essays rarely make any difference in highly selective private college admissions. And that’s especially true wrt demographic cohorts where there are an abundance of competitive applicants to a particular school. Essays are also unimportant at most state flagships (very stats-driven). Parents obsess over the essay because they think that’s something they can control (hence OP’s frustration). And this obsession has facilitated a cottage industry of consultants and how-to books. [/quote] I agree--especially with respect to stat driven state flagship schools. But, when an otherwise highly qualified individual with a hook or hooks is rejected from a substantial number of schools despite excellent recommendations and achievements, an explanation is sought. In some cases, it leads to the applicant's essays.[/quote]
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