Another college's prompt?

2010Fighting
Mon, 28 Dec 2009 23:25:06 +0000

Thanks for all the responses!
Hmm… thanks Millancad I might think again about recycling this particular one because the prompt may be kinda obvious, “Tell us something that will help your future roommate - and us - get to know you better.” I responded in kind of a letter format, starting with “Dear Future Roomie”. Yet I think it’s creative and I really like the essay. It represents me quite well. I’ll think again about it. Hopefully Columbia wouldn’t mind even if it’s an obvious Stanford question (still tailored to Columbia, come on!):P

and am I the only one who finds Columbia’s 250-500 word recommendation is a bit insufficient? My common app essay was around 650, and I really can’t shorten it down to be within reach of 500…