<p>Topic A (Freshman)
Write an essay in which you tell us about someone who has made an impact on your life and explain how and why this person is important to you.</p>
<p>Topic B (Freshman)
Choose an issue of importance to youthe issue could be personal, school related, local, political, or international in scopeand write an essay in which you explain the significance of that issue to yourself, your family, your community, or your generation.</p>
<p>Topic C (All application types)
There may be personal information you want considered as part of your admissions application. Write an essay describing that information. You might include exceptional hardships, challenges, or opportunities that have shaped or impacted your abilities or academic credentials, personal responsibilities, exceptional achievements or talents, educational goals, or ways in which you might contribute to an institution committed to creating a diverse learning environment.</p>
<p>I wanted to know how long should my essays be? ESPECIALLY for Topic C because I'm thinking of using my common app. one (extracurriculars) which is about 150 words. Is that okay?</p>
<p>Also, is 500 words (approx.) okay for Topic A & B.</p>