Listen to the following conversation between a student and a university admissions officer:
Student: Hello! I was wondering if you could tell me about the admissions process for the graduate program.
Officer: Of course! We are excited to review applications. Just make sure you meet the deadlines!
Student: That sounds great! What about the essays? Are they very important?
Officer: Yes, the essays allow us to see your unique perspective, so take your time to craft them well.
Student: I appreciate your help! You sound really enthusiastic about the process.
Officer: Absolutely! We want to find passionate students who will thrive here.
Note: This question has been adapted from its original format to accommodate a reading-based version. In the official TOEFL exam, speaking and listening sections require verbal responses and audio prompts, which are not represented here. Please note that this adaptation may not fully reflect the nature or difficulty of the official exam. The audio feature for these sections will be available soon.