Hey, I'm applying to UChicago and I need some help with the extended essay option. What should the focus be, and how do I make sure it's an engaging topic? I'm feeling a little bit stressed. Appreciate any advice!
Hey there! No need to stress too much, the UChicago extended essay is your chance to showcase your creativity and critical thinking skills. Remember that UChicago is looking for students who are intellectually curious and not afraid to explore unconventional ideas.
Since the prompts change from year to year, I can't provide you with specific advice, but I do know that collegevine has a great blog post that they update annually that covers how to write engaging and unique UChicago essays. I'll leave the link here for you to check out: https://blog.collegevine.com/how-to-write-the-uchicago-essays-2023-2024
I hope you find it helpful! Good luck, and I know you'll create something great!
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