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3 Important Steps to Acing the "Why Us?" Essay

"Why this college?" is a common college application essay prompt. Here's how you can stand out when you're writing about why you love and chose your dream school.

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Psychologist and Founder, Top College Consultants

The Top College and Career Prep Resources for Students

Looking for a comprehensive list of resources to get from college admission to career? It's right here with the help of a real college admission counselor.

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Founder and Lead Counselor, NEPA Career and College Counseling Associates

Reuse or Recycle: How to Manage College Essay Material

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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College Admission Consultant, Solomon Admissions

How to Write an Effective, Powerful Personal Statement

Writing a college application personal statement is about infusing yourself into your writing. Student writer Natalie has advice to help you do just that.

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CollegeXpress Student Writer

How Do I Help Students Brainstorm College Essay Ideas?

When it comes to brainstorming admission essay topics, you should keep it simple. Check out these exercises that can help counselors and students work together!

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Should I Avoid Clichés in My College Admission Essay?

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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What's the Best Advice for Writing a College Essay?

There's a lot of advice on writing college application essays, but you need to be careful who you listen to. Find out the best (and worst) tips here!

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Video: College Essay Q&A With Expert Kim Lifton

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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President, Wow Writing Workshop

How to Write About Bullying in Your College Essay

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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President, Wow Writing Workshop

Don't Use Your English Paper as a College Essay

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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President, Wow Writing Workshop

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