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Old 03-03-2009, 07:46 PM   #1
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Really showing personality in one's application is good or not good?
In all my applications I sent out this year, I really showed my personality and what kind of person I am. My essays reflected my cheerful and playful side while at the same time they also displayed seriousness and maturity. I think my applications really convey who I am as a person and my principles. So now it's like 2 months into the application process and I'm wondering if it was a bad idea what I did. Do admissions officer appreciate this?
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Old 03-03-2009, 07:58 PM   #2
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They do appreciate it (for good and bad). It will immediately tell them if you will fit in.
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Old 03-03-2009, 08:16 PM   #3
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yes, this is the point of the essay a.k.a. personal statement.
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Old 03-03-2009, 08:23 PM   #4
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Ha, I guess that would depend on whether or not you have a favorable personality.

But to answer your question, yes. It is much easier to reject scores than people.
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Old 03-03-2009, 09:05 PM   #5
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So it can be both advantageous and disadvantageous? Should I have just stuck to the bland essay to be safer?
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