Should I title my college essay? You don’t need one. In the vast majority of cases, students we work with don’t use titles. The handful of times they have, they’ve done so because the title allows for a subtle play on words or reframing of the essay as a whole. […]
Do I need a title for the Common App essay? A title is not required for the Common App essay, but you are, of course, more than welcome to include one if you’d like. Does a college essay need a header? The college admission essay has long stumped many high […]
I’ve seen exam essays from 1 sentence (I kid you not) to over 8 pages. On average a degree-level exam essay is 2 to 4 pages but this depends on the size of handwriting to some extent. It is better to write 2 pages of relevant material than 6 pages […]
Tell the reader why you’re applying – include your ambitions, as well as what interests you about the subject, the course provider, and higher education. Think about what makes you suitable – this could be relevant experience, skills, or achievements you’ve gained from education, work, or other activities. What should […]
You don’t need a title for your college admissions essay, but you can include one if you think it adds something important. Does a college essay need a title? Should I title my college essay? You don’t need one. In the vast majority of cases, students we work with don’t […]
20 Creative Ways to Introduce Yourself “I’m shy, please come say hi.” A name is worth a thousand conversations. Highlight something that makes you unique. Start with a pop culture reference. Confess your nickname. Let the way you dress reflect who you are. Make a T-shirt. Make a “business” card. […]
Avoid topics that are: Overly personal (e.g. graphic details of illness or injury, romantic or sexual relationships) Not personal enough (e.g. broad solutions to world problems, inspiring people or things) Too negative (e.g. an in-depth look at your flaws, put-downs of others, criticizing the need for a college essay) What […]
Whether reflected in the essay or the thoughtful confluence of the academic course load and extracurricular activities, a successful applicant should highlight an ability to overcome obstacles and garner results. It’s about proving you can produce outcomes, both on the part of the student and the university. What makes you […]
You are allowed unlimited edits to the essay after your first application submission. To edit your personal essay, go back into the Common App tab and click on the Writing section. Simply click within the text box and make any changes that are needed. Can I change my Common App […]
The year 1310 would be a couple of centuries before a monk reportedly scrawled the word on a manuscript by Cicero, which has commonly been considered the first appearance of the F-word in English writings. Who invented curse words? In English, swear words and curse words like shit have a […]
It needs to give the reader a clear sense of who you are as a person; it’s a way to let the college that you are applying to know all about you. But, occasionally College Counselors and Essay Specialists read personal essays that are a little too personal. What should […]
Firstly, and most crucially: never, ever lie in your personal statement. If you do, it will almost certainly come back to haunt you. Don’t make up qualifications or pretend you’ve read books when you haven’t (even if you’ve read little bits of them). What shouldn’t you put in a personal […]
How to write a topic sentence Identify the main point in your piece of writing. Think about the overall topic for your writing. Write a sentence that connects to your main idea with a what and a why. Use the sentence you created as an opening statement. Create the first […]
The Writing Process for 10th Grade – Chapter Summary and Objectives Write a personal essay based on a thesis statement. Edit both your own writing and that of peers. Stay away from fallacies in logic. Decide on an appropriate audience for your writing. How long should an essay be for […]
Introduction of SOP: 1st Paragraph Discuss your long-term goal and connect it with your idea of pursuing the course you are applying to. Present your understanding of the chosen field and write how you want to contribute to that field. Explain your background in 2-3 lines and connect it with […]