Secondary Essay Mistakes

[addiiieee]

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I went back and just re-read my BU essays and I noticed I fully repeated a sentence. My concluding sentence is written the exact same twice. I don’t know how I missed this on my final read through😭. Anyone know how strictly ADCOMS are reading these. Like does this just toss my app?

 

[Mr.Smile12]

I went back and just re-read my BU essays and I noticed I fully repeated a sentence. My concluding sentence is written the exact same twice. I don’t know how I missed this on my final read through😭. Anyone know how strictly ADCOMS are reading these. Like does this just toss my app?

Which prompt?

 

[LizzyM]

There is no predicting. The error might not be noticed, it might be forgiven, or it could be held against you. No way to know. Nothing can be done. Don't think about it but be careful with any future secondaries.

 

[Mr.Smile12]

I should add... read this

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[addiiieee]

Which prompt?

was for this prompt:
2. Provide a timeline or narrative highlighting any notable aspects of your educational journey that you believe are especially relevant or significant to us better understanding who you are. Section not required but…this is an opportunity to describe any learning experience(s) that are not covered in other sections of your supplemental application or AMCAS application. For example, have you lived in another country or experienced a culture unlike your own? Worked in a field that contributed to your understanding of people unlike yourself? Do you have advanced training in art, music, or sports, etc.?