by Keaghan Turner, PhD
Partner, Turner+Turner College Consulting
You may feel compelled to write about a difficult subject for your college essay. Here are some tips to write about hard topics with respect and impact.
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by Phoebe Bain
Freelance Writer
Not sure how to write your Common Application essay? Here's a breakdown of the prompts and answers admission officers want (and don't want) to see from you.
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by Madalyn Chapman
CollegeXpress Student Writer
Writing your college essay can seem daunting, but these 15 pieces of advice can make it easy and painless.
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by Emily A. McKeon
CollegeXpress Student Writer
Keep yourself on the sunny side of your target college's radar by avoiding these simple yet costly essay mistakes.
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by Sara Hodon
Freelance Writer
Your letter of intent should convince the graduate admission committee that you're a valuable addition to their program. These do's and don't will help you do just that.
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by Kim Lifton
President, Wow Writing Workshop
We're bringing you the top five tips for standing out in your college essay, straight from admissions officers! Get the college application tips on CX now.
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