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— James

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Originally posted by mom1157

My daughter has her sights set on NYU. She wants a nutrition major at the Steinhart School. She attends private school so her grades are decent, but not straight A’s. Her SAT scores are around 1150 (old format) with no study. Since the last test she has put in a lot of study time which should bring up her SAT scores. She plays varsity sports year round, has taken four AP courses, and has about 80 hours of community service. She is contemplating her college essay and wants to write about her past struggles with Bulimia (she is recovered). Do you think this is a good topic for a college admission essay? Also, would early decision be a good idea as opposed to waiting for regular admission?

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I think writing about bulimia is one of those things…it has been done before but could make a good essay depending on her particular approach to it. I definitely wouldn’t rule it out. Have her write a few drafts and see how it turns out.

— James

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Originally posted by eponymous

Hi, I know people have asked this before, but why should you or should you not mention in your personal statement for college apps that you are bipolar? And what if, instead of just mentioning it, you focus your whole essay around it? Is it okay to write about your experiences? I know it’s not a good idea to write a self-pity essay, but that’s not what I had in mind. What would be the effect of an essay that details in a non self-pitying way the experiences you had with bipolar disorder or whatever?

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A personal statement is, well, personal. I think it is definitely okay to write an essay around your experience.

— James

[citizenjames]

I think it depends on the school and the program you are applying for. For example, my law school cares very little about essays. They are only interested in GPA/LSAT score.

It’s okay if you’re not a good writer. Start reading other people’s personal statements to get a feel for the flow, page length, etc. Allow other people to read your essay. Get as much feedback as possible!

— James

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