Optional Essay?

How important is it to do this essay. Would it negatively affect my chances if I don’t do it. Or should I just take 10 mins to answer it

answer it if you want a chance to get in.

From what I have read the “Why Northwestern” essay is, in some ways, more important than the common application essay (especially for students applying RD). Northwestern is very big on accepting students who love NU, and the supplement is often the only way of professing that love.

Oh okay. Thank you so much!