by José Iván Román
College Admission Consultant, Solomon Admissions
The key to the college admission process is being as efficient as possible. Here's how to be smart about organizing and reusing essay materials for multiple schools.
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by Kim Lifton
Is it okay to use a cliche in your college application essay? The answer might surprise you. Read our expert's advice here!
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by Kim Lifton
There's a lot of advice on how to write the college application essay, but you need to be careful who you listen to. Find out the best (and worst) tips here!
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by Sarah Montalbano
CollegeXpress Student Writer
This is a *real* admission essay student Sarah Montalbano submitted with her application to Cornell University. Check it out!
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by Kim Lifton
President, Wow Writing Workshop
The Common Application is allowing students to explain how the pandemic has impacted them. Here's why and how you should write this type of college essay.
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by Lindsey Conger
College Counselor and Tutor, Moon Prep
The college admission personal statement can be tough to get just right. Use these five tips to guide your writing for a great admission essay!
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by Kim Lifton
President, Wow Writing Workshop
Just because students have to write their college essays themselves doesn't mean parents can't help them think about it. Here are some tips to get them started!
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by Kim Lifton
President, Wow Writing Workshop
There's a lot of misinformation out there surrounding the college admission essay. Consider these myths and facts before you get started.
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by Annalie Buscarino
Student, Washington College
Your college essay is a reflection on you and your experiences, but writing about yourself can be difficult. Here's some good advice on how to get started.
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by Laurie Kopp Weingarten
Cofounder, Director of College Admissions Counseling, One-Stop College Counseling
Have your seniors' college essays seemed a little lackluster lately? Here are five ways that counselors can help students improve their writing skills for college essays.
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