Generic Essay Guide
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A generic MBA rubric for schools we don't yet have a custom lens for.
Every program reads essays differently. Our critique scores yours against this school's actual evaluation criteria — not generic essay rules.
What readers look for
The Generic reader's lens
- 01A clear sense of who you are beyond your resume
- 02Specific, quantified impact in your professional work
- 03Authentic fit with this program's culture and community
- 04Evidence of self-awareness and learning from setbacks
Common pitfalls
What gets Generic essays rejected
- ✗ Resume narration without a story
- ✗ Generic ambition without specific evidence
- ✗ Claims of leadership without quantified impact
How our critique works
Three steps for Generic
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Paste your Generic draft and the prompt.
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We grade against the Generic-specific rubric, not generic essay rules.
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You get an overall score, paragraph-level flags, and the three fixes that move your score the most.
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