<p>Thank you everyone. What I expected when I posted was opinions on the weight of the essay score in the admissions process, and whether or not it would be WORTH MY TIME TO RETAKE IT. I really don’t want any glaring “holes” in my profile, which this 7 certainly is (writing ability, after all, is a very good indicator of success in college, right?). And, I really didn’t want to retake it from the beginning, unless someone here jumped out and said I had to. I have decided that I will just make sure to take time to write solid essays, as my high school transcript will establish my success in the rigorous English and writing classes I have taken.</p>