<p>How important do you guys think the essays are? I mean, I’m sure the main one for the common app would be the more important one, but this essay on education is killing me!! My grades are good and a kid that is white (I’m a urm) and below me in class rank got in ed, so I wonder if my chances of getting in will decline if my essay is just mediocre. Any opinions?</p>
<p>I think the essays have a significant influence, probably more so than at other schools. That's the impression I get from their admissions and from counselors etc. I'm not so sure about which essay may be more "important," I know I'm having some fun with my academic journey essay. As most people say, just put forth your best effort into the essays. It can't hurt you to do that.</p>