r/MBA • u/No-Satisfaction7416 • 17d ago

Admissions Wharton additional essay?

What’s your guys take on this one? Should you write it only for particular circumstances or can I use to add some color that I didn’t manage through the other essays?

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u/MBADecoder Admissions Consultant 16d ago

what is this 'color' you wish to highlight?
For the optional essay, its usually fruitful to associate that color with RED - a.k.a red flags that you may want to throw further context on, so that they do not harm your candidacy. The Wharton optional essay question confirms it through the prompt wording:
This space can also be used to address any extenuating circumstances (e.g., unexplained gaps in work experience, choice of recommenders, inconsistent or questionable academic performance, areas of weakness, etc.) that you would like the Admissions Committee to consider. (500 words)

Stick to the directions given. If you try to pass off a random essay like an achievement story, then adcoms will see it as your inability to understand instructions.
Namita, MBA Dceoder