<p>i've already completed the common app for one school, and now i'm tackling the uc essays (fun stuff). i was wondering, is it acceptable/appropriate to use the "topic of choice" essay from the common app for the "open ended" section of the uc essays, if my topic of choice essay is a quirky story/metaphor/explanation of my personal characteristics? and also, would talking about a leadership experience be good for the "what will you contribute" question? thanks :)</p>
<p>sure, i don't see why not. the open-ended question truly is open-ended, and leadership is a contribution you could talk about for that other essay.</p>
<p>that makes me feel better...thank you</p>