Tact in Explaining Inconsistencies?

eCoachJen
Sun, 30 Nov 2014 00:45:29 +0000

Here are my thoughts:

Do not use the Common App main essay to explain inconsistencies, instead use the Common App…

“Additional Information” section. This section is optional, but you should use this space if possible. I believe this is the most valuable space on the Common App. You can write about anything you want, and you can change it as many times as you want. Use this to explain your D’s, F’s, low test scores, expulsion, other disciplinary issues. You can also use this for a second essay on an extra-curricular activity, community service, or to explain an unfortunate high school situation such as homelessness."
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However and whatever you say, do not use this space to vent or to complain; this isn’t the appropriate place to do so. If you must get it out of your system, then vent in your private journal. Always, write the essay in a neutral or positive tone (preferred).

The same goes for your Common App main essay. Do not blame, vent, complain or make excuses. Read on…
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Think of it as a job interview. You are the hiring manager. Would you hire a prospect who badmouths his last employer or corporations? Complains about the system? Makes excuses?

And congratulations on your accomplishments in college thus far!

Hope this helps. Best of luck! : )