<p>Hi all, DS is working on Common app right now. We noticed that there is an additional essay to write under additional information section. I only heard one essay for common app so is this essay section new? He's already overwhelmed by other many essays to write. Is it necessary to write this essay? Thanks for your help</p>
<p>its not an additional essay… its an additional information section to fit in things you want to mention that aren’t included anywhere else in the app. For example, ECs that didn’t fit, special circumstances, other awards. its optional- don’t use it unless you need to</p>