<p>Is there a way to remove an optional essay from our application, assuming we were deferred EA?</p>
<p>I don't think this essay really contributes positively to my application--instead it seems to distort my true interests and possibly confuse the evaluator.</p>
<p>I discuss my involvement and success in robotics when my application is centered around medicine.</p>
<p>Ben Jones stated in his recent blog entry
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You can't change your application in any way, but you are always welcome to add to it. Additional essays and recommendations are welcome (as long as they provide additional context and do not simply repeat what is already there), and we want to know about any new awards and accomplishments.
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Although this was in response to someone who wanted to edit an essay, I would guess this also indicates that you cannot remove an essay from your original application.</p>
<p>So do we just send in the additional essays along with our MidYear Report?</p>
<p>Whens the deadline for additional essays (since we applied Early and were deferred - Jan 1?)</p>
<p>Thanks</p>
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[quote=<a href="http://ben.mit.blogs.com">http://ben.mit.blogs.com</a>]
And about that supplemental material deadline???</p>
<p>Anytime in January is fine. Just make sure we receive it in January (not just postmarked in January).
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<p>from this</a> entry.</p>
<p>I have a simillar situation. Too bad we can't remove optional essays. I also wanted to change my major to MechE and discuss the Biotrack (thanks for the guidance on your blog Mollie :))! </p>
<p>I guess I will just have to discuss this in the supplemental letters I send. Wonder whether they would hold this against me.</p>
<p>If the essay was well-written and held voice, I don't see any reason why you should be worried about it. Especially if the rest of your application emphasizes your interest in medicine, this essay should enhance your application by showing your evaluators another side of you.</p>