One of the most common supplemental essay prompts asks some version of “Why do you want to attend this university?” Your essays help colleges evaluate your interest in their school, what they offer that matches what you want from your college education, whether you’re a good fit for their community, and whether you’ll be able…
NEW COVID-19 ESSAY Students using the 2020-2021 Common Application and/or Coalition Application to apply to college will find a new dedicated space which they can use to elaborate, if they wish, on how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected them personally and/or academically. The question is optional, and there is no need to answer the question…
As we approach the end of the school year, this is a great time for juniors to start working on their personal statements for college admissions. By taking advantage of extra time now to work through multiple drafts of their essay, they can better ensure their essay is the best it can be. Strong essays…