When applying to college, the Personal Statement essay for the Common Application and/or Coalition Application is often only one of the essays you’ll be required to write. Many universities include their own school-specific prompts. These statements, known as supplemental essays, are additional pieces of writing that allow admissions officers the chance to get to know students better….
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…
As independent college admissions consultants, we read hundreds of application essays each year and see many common application essay mistakes. Below are some tips on what to avoid in a college application essay: 1. Submitting a Generic Essay. Use the essay to convince a college they want you more than someone else. A college will not choose…