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There is no word limit for this question, and tempting though it is to share your entire life story, or repeat every accomplishment from your resume, show restraint. Remember how you tried to flee the person you met at a conference or cocktail who couldn't stop talking about themselves. You can assume that Dee Leopold and her admissions staff feel the same.
Less is more.
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