To those applying to Tufts: How much are you writing about "why have you applied to Tufts?" It doesn't say whether you are supposed to attach an essay on this subject or just answer in a few sentences right there on the sheet.
I agree- I kept it short. I just said that I have a friend who is a Tufts alumnae, and she is doing EXACTLY what I want to be doing- working hard in an underserved area.