<p>I just realized that I focused on mainly how Cornell's different programs will help me pursue my interests, and didn't really talk too much about how my interests developed. Is this ok? It's already 520 words, so there's no way I can add anything.</p>
<p>Thanks in advance.</p>
<p>I think Cornell is looking for more of the "Why Cornell" in terms of the Arts and Sciences supplement. You should be fine ;)</p>
<p>When I wrote my essay I had three paragraphs about myself and one paragraph on how Cornell would help me in the long run. You may have to subtract parts about the school and add more about yourself.. just my two cents though. My essay was for CALS however, so I think we should wait until someone who was accepted to CAS responds.</p>
<p>I was accepted into CAS. My supplement, in my opinion, was terrible. I realized after I submitted all my applications that I mainly only addressed how I become so fervently involved in the study of psychology. I wrote, literally 2-3 sentences about Cornell and how I fit into it's psychology department. I talked about the direction in which Cornell's Psychology was headed towards and how I longed to be thoroughly involved in the journey.</p>
<p>thanks for the input. I kinda talked about what I did to pursue my interest during the past 3-4 years, and I really briefly (1 sentence) mentioned why this was important to me. I used the rest - 85%ish - of the essay to talk about the different aspects of Cornell that appeal to me most and will how they'll help me. </p>
<p>It's sorta my planning of my college life. Is that ok?</p>
<p>Thanks, any more opinions?</p>
<p>The similarity I see between irresolu's essay and my essay is that it focused more on us and less on Cornell. You want to make yourself stand out as an applicant, talking about Cornell in the majority of your essay may not be the best way to go. More you, less Cornell.</p>
<p>I agree. I'm working on my CAS essay now, and most of it is on how my past experiences have shaped my interest in psychology. I feel as though talking too much about Cornell would just be preaching to the admissions committee about stuff they already know.</p>