<p>On Duke’s supplement, there is an optional question for students applying to Trinity. Do they like to see you answer that question? Or is it truly optional with no negative effect to non-completion?</p>
<p>I actually visited Duke a couple days ago. It’s definitely optional. However, it’s definitely advisable to answer it to help your application to stand out from the rest.</p>
<p>If you truly want to attend Duke, by writing that essay, it shows added enthusiasm and tells them you are really interested</p>