by Kara E. Joyce
Editorial Assistant, Carnegie Dartlet
Your English teacher has probably advised you to "show, don't tell" in your writing. But what does that even mean? Here's a quick explanation (with examples!).
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by Michelle L'Etoile
Director of Admissions, New England Law | Boston
Here are some tips from a Director of Admissions on how to write the absolute best personal statement for law school!
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by Kim Lifton
President, Wow Writing Workshop
The college essay can help your application, or it can hurt it. You want to stand out in a good way--and these admission experts know how you can do just that.
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by Kara E. Joyce
Editorial Assistant, Carnegie Dartlet
Everyone's going to tell you what to do to be a writer. This article is different--it tells you what NOT to do.
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by Keaghan Turner, PhD
Assistant Professor, Coastal Carolina University
Need help finding the message you want to convey in your college essay? This writing approach may surprise you!
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by Keaghan Turner, PhD
Assistant Professor, Coastal Carolina University
Once you decide on a topic for your college application essay, try asking these five questions.
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by Keaghan Turner, PhD
Assistant Professor, Coastal Carolina University
Getting students to work on their college applications during the summer is a hard sell. Here's how to talk to your kids and get them thinking about writing their college essay.
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by Kristen Moon
Founder, Moon Prep
You need to write an engaging personal statement to stand out to colleges. The most important component of this is a strong opening.
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by Tina Brooks
Senior Assistant Dean of Admissions, Pomona College
Writing a strong college admission essay can be challenging, but avoiding these common pitfalls will help you create one that stands out.
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by Kara E. Joyce
Editorial Assistant, Carnegie Dartlet
Writing essays changes a little between high school and college. Get a step ahead of English 101 with these tips.
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