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 CollegeXpress and Kim Lifton
President, Wow Writing Workshop
Writing your college application essay can be one of the most difficult parts of the college admission process. College essay expert Kim Lifton is here to help!
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by Kim Lifton
President, Wow Writing Workshop
Bullying is a sensitive subject you may feel isn't good for your college essay, but here's how and why it could be a great application essay topic for you.
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by Kim Lifton
President, Wow Writing Workshop
Many students send college application essays that were written for an English class. Most earned A's, but they're not often college app ready. Here's why!
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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
Are you finishing up your admission essay, but it's just too long for the word count requirements? Our experts have advice for trimming it down!
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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
You have a lot of time on your hands now with the coronavirus outbreak; should you be focusing on your college essay? Before you start, ask yourself these questions.
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by Kim Lifton
President, Wow Writing Workshop
Getting through the college admission process can feel like stumbling around in the dark, so let a real-life college admission expert guide you and share her top advice.
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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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