<p>My son accidentally submitted an unedited version of his answer for the short essay on the common app. Would it be advisable to e-mail an edited version with an explanation? There are several mistakes on the version he submitted. Would attempting to resubmit draw too much attention to the error? Other essay and stats are good.</p>
<p>How grevious is (are) the error(s)?</p>
<p>My son did the same at another college. It wasn't the common application, however, under FAQ on that school's site they actually had the question: "I submitted my essay and noticed errors, what do I do now?" Their answer was to resend...Leads me to believe it's not as uncommon as you might think if it's a frequently asked question! Just my opinion, but I would call asap (or have him call) and explain, and ask if he could resubmit. While it's not the position you want to be in, this high speed electronic enviornment lends itself to such things... I am sure they've heard this before, afterall, UD gets thousands of applications! If you call quickly, they will be aware that he noticed it immediately and moved to rectify. I think it's better than leaving the errors as they stand. BTW, I have called UD admissions in the past with general questions about deadlines and they were extremely nice. The other idea is to have him talk to his Guidance Counselor... they must be quite familiar with such issues and can offer good advice! Much good luck.</p>
<p>Perhaps the errors would not compromise his chances because he has great credentials, but it would be easy to send an e-mail with revised version. There are 3 spelling errors. Maintanence for maintenance and boyscout for boy scout and weedmat for weed mat. Other essays are fine. What do you think?</p>
<p>Thank you mdf921. Yes I think we (or he) will call and explain. I think it is better to try to rectify the problem.</p>
<p>My daughter made 2 spelling errors in one of her essays, she called and they told her to simply fax the revised essay - they were VERY nice and assured her that it happens often and not to fret.</p>