<p>hi i'm trying to apply to virginia tech, but i couldn't find the essay topic, i've been looking for hours... is it possible that some universities does not require an essay or a personal statement?</p>
<p>From the paper application:</p>
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10 Personal Statements (Optional)</p>
<p>You may respond to both statements (or one or neither) as you feel they support your individual application. Please limit your statement to no more than 200 words in length.</p>
<p>Virginia Tech is committed to providing the benefits of an educational environment rich in individual backgrounds, experiences, and characteristics. What contributions might you as a student bring to help create a diverse educational community at Virginia Tech?</p>
<p>If there is something you think would be beneficial for the Admissions Committee to know as we review your academic history, please take this opportunity to explain.
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<p>Apparently you don't need to write an essay. I started two online applications, one for domestic and one for international applicants, and the domestic application had the optional essay above but the international application did not.</p>