Removing Supplemental Essays: A Departure from Admissions Culture
The University's decision to remove supplemental essays from the application process marks a significant shift in its admissions culture.
Previously, these essays provided a way for applicants to share personal information, giving admission officers a glimpse into their values, experiences, and ambitions beyond the Common App Personal Statement.
Removing essays entirely... marks a significant departure from the school’s admissions culture.
- The admissions office loses a critical window into applicants’ personalities and backgrounds.
- This limits the office's ability to holistically evaluate if a student would be a good fit for the University.
This change was announced just over a month after the resignation of former University President Jim Ryan, and only applicants to the School of Nursing will still be required to submit supplemental essays.
Author's summary: University removes supplemental essays, changing admissions culture.