How Admissions Officers Actually Read College Essays
Short answer: Quickly and with intent.
Longer answer: What is an AO’s job? To fill the incoming class with the best combination of the best applicants. In order to do that, they’re looking for takeaways — positive traits and qualities demonstrated through stories.
Write your essays and activities list in a way that makes that easier for them.
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