Make Every Optional Essay and Addendum Count
About the event
Optional essays and addenda can have a significant impact on your law school application, but many applicants either overlook them or miss the opportunity to use them strategically. This session is for aspiring law students who want to strengthen every part of their application and make each supplemental response work in their favor. You'll learn when to write an optional essay or addendum, what admissions committees are looking for, and how to use these materials to reinforce your overall candidacy. Join live to hear from a law school admissions expert with a Columbia Law JD who understands how strong supplemental materials can elevate an application. The speaker will share practical writing strategies, common mistakes to avoid, and real examples of what makes optional essays and addenda truly effective. Expect actionable guidance you can immediately apply to submit a stronger, more polished application.
This event is part of a series

Law School Sprint
Aug 3 - Aug 5, 2026
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Make Every Optional Essay and Addendum Count
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