Supplemental essays can be a real struggle for many of us. I know I made a ton of mistakes when I was writing mine. From not sticking to the prompt to being overly generic, I wish someone had told me what to avoid. So, what do you think are the biggest pitfalls a person can slip into when tackling these essays?
- Not showcasing your unique voice.
- Ignoring word limits or formatting guidelines.
- Recycling essays from other applications.
- Failure to answer the specific question asked.
- Overusing clichéd phrases without any personal touch.
I'd love to hear your experiences and maybe even share some tips on how you turned your mistakes into wins!