The sheer number of works written about these experiences made them a cliché in the college admissions community. Instead, Kim advises writing an essay about something personal: "We always said ...

Writing the personal essay for your college application can be tough, but we’re here to help. Sometimes the hardest part is just getting started, but the sooner you begin, the more time and thought ...

Davis has authored a hundred books to help students write compelling college essays. “Tell your story, be engaging and entertaining,” he says.“Heart, sincerity, originality and vulnerability are ...

Many college applications require a personal essay, which can be daunting for students to write. But a few simple tips, some introspection and insight into what admissions officers are looking for ...

This brand new, updated edition also includes a new chapter on editing one's own work, a section on publicizing and archiving one's paper, and updates on authorship, including information on new ...

The Technical writing requirement can be met by completion of a scholarly publication as defined ... in which the student is the lead author or has written the large majority of the paper or ...

"I can't help but think other (admissions) factors are going to matter more," says Ethan Sawyer, founder of the College Essay Guy, a website that offers free and paid essay-writing resources.

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With UC admissions and other application deadlines approaching, college admissions expert Dr. Cynthia Colón sits down with ...