Essay

[collegeacceptme]

Is it okay if I write my common app essay about an experience I had that led me to pursue a certain overarching theme of activities in high school?

Specifically my essay is about the experience I had that led me to pursue philanthropy as a passion. Is this too similar to the activities section? Or is it okay because it talks about the WHY factor? Thanks!

[tiredriceball]

Personally, I think it’s great. In the activities section you basically only have room to state you’ve done instead of your reasons. Besides, tying your life experiences to your major is also a good way to let colleges understand why it is important to you. That’s what I’m doing in my essay as well. Good luck!