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The Best and Worst College Admission Essay Topics

Find out the best and worst college admission essay topics. Learn what clichés to avoid and how to pick a topic that helps your application stand out.

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Freelance Writer

When Is the Best Time to Start My College Search?

Wondering when to start your college search? Get expert advice on the ideal timeline for high schoolers to begin researching and visiting schools.

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How Is My Application Essay Used in Admission?

Your essay is the way that college admission officers get to know you as a person and see what kind of passion you'll bring to campus. Learn more about it here!

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How to Write Your Grad School Application Essay

The grad school application essay isn't like any other piece of writing. Craft your best essay for graduate admission with this helpful advice.

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Director of Communications, Commonwealth School

How to Read a College Application Essay Prompt

To write a good application essay, you need to know how to read your college essay prompts so you truly understand them. Here's how.

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President, Wow Writing Workshop

Five Fun and Unique Ways to Brainstorm Your College Essays

Beat writer's block with five fun and unique college essay brainstorming activities. Uncover compelling stories to make your application stand out.

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CollegeXpress Student Writer

5 Questions to Ask if a College Doesn't Require an Essay

So one or more of your colleges don't require an application essay. One less thing to worry about, right? Well, not quite. Here's what you should know.

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Managing Editor, Peterson's

What Are Some Cornerstones of a Good College Application Essay?

Learn what makes a successful college application essay with expert advice on personal storytelling, reflection, and standing out to admissions teams.

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College Application Proofreading Tips From an Editor-in-Chief

Submit an error-free college application! Discover top proofreading strategies, grammar cheat sheets, and editing advice directly from an Editor-in-Chief.

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Former Editor-in-Chief, CollegeXpress

Five Good Options to Choose for Your College Essay Topic

Stuck on what to write about? Discover five simple tips for choosing a unique college essay topic that highlights your personality and boosts your application.

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CollegeXpress Student Writer, Brandeis University

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