Tag: writing

5 Steps to Writing the Perfect Paper

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Education Writer

A great essay doesn't always come naturally, but you can make the process a little easier with these five steps to perfect paper writing. read more

Apply to Be a CollegeXpress Student Writer

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Interested in writing for CollegeXpress.com? Read on to learn all about our Student Writers Program and how you can apply! read more

5 Helpful Ways to Improve Your Writing in College

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CollegeXpress Student Writer, University of Central Florida

Professors expect a higher caliber of writing in college, so you may need to step up your game. Here are five ways to improve your writing in college. read more

So You Want to Be a Writing Major

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CollegeXpress Student Writer, University of Central Florida

From one Writing student to (potentially) another, here are a few things you should know before declaring your major, plus some tips all college students can use in their classes. read more

How to Be a Great Writer in High School

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CollegeXpress Student Writer

Pursuing your hobbies in high school can be really tough with everything else going on. For high school writers, though, it can be just a little easier. Here's how. read more

How to Show, Don't Tell to Boost Your Writing

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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!). read more

How to Perfect the 5 Sections of a Cover Letter

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Hiring managers expect your cover letter structure to comprise five basic parts. Here's how to write each section for job application success. read more

5 Ways to Help Your Students Improve Their Writing

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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. read more

Want to Be a Writer? Then Don't Follow This Tired Advice

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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. read more

Good Writing About Bad Things: Irony and College Essays

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Assistant Professor, Coastal Carolina University

It's funny how college essay prompts that ask about bad experiences--from struggle and pain to perseverance and identity--often make for really good reading for admission counselors! read more