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Why [This College]: An Essay That's Never Optional
Supplemental essays have been around for generations, and there’s a good reason: they enable admissions officers to see just how …
How To Write a Successful College Essay, Part 2
In our work, my team and I find that ninety percent of students (and, ahem, the parents looking over their shoulders) start their…
What Makes Successful College Essays… Successful?
You’ve probably read a sample college essay before. Applicants are bombarded with “essays that worked”—in purpose-built essay col…
College Essay Examples: See the Essays That Helped Get Real Students Into Top Schools
Starting your college admissions essay can feel like a monumental task, and staring at a blank screen may only make things worse.…
College Application Essays Vs. High School Essays
High school typically does a great job preparing you for college. But when it comes to applying to college, there's one thin…
Common Application Essays
The July 4th holiday just ended. That's the traditional halfway point of summer. You know, Memorial Day kicks off these lazy…