<p>For the common application, if I choose to write on a topic of my own choice, do I have to write what topic question I am responding to?</p>
<p>the same question goes for Notre Dame's application. They say "Please note the topic you have selected." Do I just write a sentence or two explaining which prompt, of my own creation, I am answering?</p>
<p>I think writing the topic of your choice would be fine. For my essay, I believe I might do that, too.</p>
<p>Do any other people have other opinions?</p>
<p>Being clear about your topic should be good. Just make sure your essay is long enough and personal.</p>
<p><em>bump</em> Anyone have a definite answer? So is it required that I indicate exactly what topic of my own choice I'm writing about?</p>
<p>Also, what is the maximum length for the common app essays?</p>
<p>Check with the Notre Dame forum for definite answers and check with the other college forums, too.</p>
<p>Same question: For example, the Chicago application asks you to write your own prompt. Is the same expected for the common app?</p>