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Stanford "What matters most to you and why?" Essay Evaluator

This tool helps you strengthen your draft of Stanford’s “What matters most to you, and why?” essay. You'll upload an essay draft and get feedback, focusing on authenticity, depth, and clarity.

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Stanford "What matters most to you and why?" Essay Evaluator

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This tool helps you strengthen your draft of Stanford’s “What matters most to you, and why?” essay — one of the most personal prompts in the MBA process. You’ll upload or paste your essay and share what type of evaluation you're looking for today. The evaluator will review your draft as both a writing coach and Stanford admissions reader, focusing on authenticity, depth, and clarity. Note: Because the goal is to help you strengthen your essay, the tool will always look for ways to improve your draft, even when it’s already strong.