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Old 07-02-2012, 12:57 PM   #1
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Will colleges care which essay topic you choose on the common app?

I was just wondering if schools, especially ivies, care whether you choose a preset essay topic (options 1-5) on the common app or create your own?

Will they particularly dislike it if you choose the essay topics provided? Do they prefer the creativity of choosing your own topic?
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Old 07-02-2012, 06:07 PM   #2
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No, as long as it is original and creative. The essay is meant to give colleges a better look at you other than numbers on a page.

Also do NOT write about the depressing, political, or controversial subjects.
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Old 07-03-2012, 07:46 AM   #3
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My GC recommends that you don't pick your own topic if you aren't a strong writer.

Nevertheless, write clearly and simply. Your essay doesn't need to be this beautiful piece of rhetoric. They need to hear your voice and see what you consider important.
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Old 07-07-2012, 12:01 PM   #4
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It's not the topic

Hi,

It''s not the topic you choose, it's the way your write your essay. A boring topic can become gold if you know how to write an essay about it.

If you do need more topic advice go here: http://www.writemyessayhelper.com
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