<p>According to CB, the essay counts for about 30% of the overall writing grade.</p>
<p>Here’s a thread about the impact of the essay score that you may find interesting:</p>
<p><a href=“http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/sat-preparation/650778-importance-essay.html?highlight=importance+essay[/url]”>http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/sat-preparation/650778-importance-essay.html?highlight=importance+essay</a></p>
<p>BTW, ignatius’ score is pretty standard - a 9 or greater on the essay will generally get you an 800 if you get all the MC correct.</p>