titling the college essay

Do college essays (common app and longer supplements) need a title? I’ve read some that have titles and some that don’t.

Thoughts?

In my opinion, I wouldn’t put a title because it takes up words that you could use in your essay (since the common app and supplements have a word limit).

However, if you have fully polished your essay and still have room to add a title, then it’s just a personal choice.

I have never seen one titled.