<p>I posted this in the NYU section also, but I think more people will see it here. I'm applying to Stern. I have a 1470, 3 SAT II's all over 700, 4.63 weighted GPA, rank of 19/275 at top ranked high school, good ECs/awards. However, I just started writing my essay now. It isn't terrible, but I feel that it isn't that great either. Is the essay a really big part of the admissions decision? I want to know my chances if I had a so-so essay.</p>
<p>Also, I would like to know if the major I put on the app means anything other than my interests. I always thought I get to choose my major after sophomore year.</p>
<p>Thanks guys.</p>