What are the essay prompts for CMU this year? I think I am missing one on my common app? On a college site there is a question that is not on my common app. PLEASE HELP!
The “missing” prompt: Please submit a one page, single-spaced essay that explains why you have chosen Carnegie Mellon and your particular major(s), department(s) or program(s). This essay should include the reasons why you’ve chosen the major(s), any goals or relevant work plans and any other information you would like us to know. For freshmen applying to more than one college or program, please mention each college or program to which you are applying. Because our admission committees review applicants by college and program, your essay can impact our final decision. Candidates applying for early decision or transfer may apply to only one college and department.
Guys, for the second prompt " If there was an interruption during your secondary school or collegiate experience or between your secondary school and collegiate experience (gap year(s)) when you were not enrolled and as a result, not making normal academic progress, please explain the reason for the interruption.",
Why is this a required question? What if you’ve never had a gap year experience? I’m confused someone help
I think you’re just expected to write a sentence saying that you’ve never had an interruption. Not sure why it’s required, but that’s all there is to it.