<p>In my common app "why transfer" essay part of my explanation of my math and foreign language grades being sub-par is that neither subject has ever been a strong suite of mine. The person reading my essay says that paints me in a bad light and I shouldn't say it, I say that A) its the truth and B) an admissions counselor can see that from my grades pretty easily. Who is right?</p>
<p>There are different ways to look at this.</p>
<p>The advantage to mentioning your poor grades is, of course, it lets you explain any extenuating circumstances. The disadvantage is, of course, it draws attention to your weaknesses as a student. </p>
<p>I personally believe it’s better to emphasize your strong points, thus diverting attention away from your weak points. The last thing I want an admission committee to be dwelling on is what I’ve done wrong or struggled with.</p>
<p>Nevertheless, if you decide to discuss your struggles with mathematics and foreign language, I would be brief and tactile regrading how you go about it.</p>
<p>I totally agree!</p>