<p>I am considering writing an essay for next year about how the world sees things two dimensionally in the sense that they divide things into what is visible and what isn’t and how most of humanity only cares about what is going on at a visible level. I would state how the 2 actually work together. All the change that happens at the visual level is a direct result of what happens at the invisible level. I would tie this back into my interest in engineering and say something to the tune of, “This is what draws me to engineering. The need to delve deeper into the ‘unknown’”. </p>
<p>Obviously it needs some work, however;
It is a good topic?
Is it original enough?</p>
<p>Also, how long are essays typically?</p>
<p>^It depends. Generally 500, 300, or 750 words. Short supplemental ones will typically be 300 while the main common app one is longer. </p>
<p>A topic is only as good as you make it. You can write an amazing essay on eating an oreo or one in depth about the conflicts of globalization (both of these have happened btw). That said, I like your topic and if you think you can write passionately about it you should give it a try. As far as original, well I’ve read two essays on it actually, but it’s pretty hard to pick a topic no one else has written an essay on. It’s not a topic that’s completely overdone. </p>
<p>In short, it could turn in to a really good essay. Give it a try.</p>
<p>Would you consider that common? I feel like it isn’t one of your standard, “I am right for this school because…”.</p>
<p>Can I get another opinion on this?</p>
<p>I am having a little trouble following your thoughts but basic rule for essays is “show me don’t tell me” meaning paint a specific picture that demonstrates the idea you want to get across. </p>
<p>The main essay is not to be over 500 words. I’m sure they will get stricter with this now that they are redoing the common app so practice keeping your thoughts tight, don’t ramble and see how a practice draft goes.</p>