One of the most intimidating elements of the college application for many students is the essay or personal statement. As students begin their applications, here are some tips from the pros to make ...

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No matter where you are along the writing spectrum, all writers struggle with many of the same obstacles. From student to professor, novice to expert, young or old, effective and interesting essay ...

At its core, Irena Smith’s job as an independent college counselor means being a writing coach. With a PhD in comparative literature, the former Stanford admissions officer helps her teenage clients ...

Amid a sea of applications, college hopefuls have just a few opportunities to stand out: grade-point average and test scores; extracurricular activities; and, of arguably increasing importance, the ...

College admissions in the U.S. have never been more competitive. With limited spots at top universities and thousands of students applying each year, standing out is tough. Grades and test scores ...

Narrative essays are completely different from the tasks we get in academia more often. Narratives can be written using personal pronouns. Moreover, you don’t have to spend hours looking for relevant ...

Here are tips compiled from experts for writing that all-important college application essay, which can often mean the difference between getting accepted — or rejected — by the school of your choice.