Many students dread when a college essay is based on the topic “why us.” But once you understand how to address the question, it will go from a dragon you have to slay to being the sort of essay topic you hope for because it’s one of the easier ones. Here are a few tips …
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You have to nail the essay on your college applications if you want to stand out among the piles of applications that come across an admissions officer’s desk. Of course, you may already be well aware of this, and the stress of that is making it even more difficult to know where to start. So, …
Your student profile needs to stand out to a college admissions officer if you are going to get accepted to the schools you hope most to attend. Here are a few types of things that admissions officers will expect to see in a profile they are going to consider seriously. Volunteer Work – Why does …
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One of the essay types that students dread on college applications is the “why us” topic. However, this is actually a very simple essay to write if you understand the purpose behind it. Really, the school just wants to understand your reasons for selecting their college and how you will fit into their existing university …
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If you want your college applications to stand out, writing superior essays is a must. But if you are already intimidated by this part of the application process, how can you set yourself on the path to success? Here are three tips to get your creative juices flowing. Make the essay personal – This should …
You’re going to be writing a bunch of essays for your college applications, and it’s a part of the process that causes the most anxiety for students. Here are a few things you should do before you write your essays that will make the process easier. Read the prompt carefully – What is the college …
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Imagine what it must be like for a college admissions officer reading essays all day long. A lot of them probably start to blur into one boring jumble, especially since there may be a bunch of canned “professionally written” essays in the bunch. A quick point of advice: if someone is willing to help a …
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You are going to be writing a lot of essays when you start filling out your college applications. How can you stand out from the crowd? Your college applications essay needs to be unique to you. Here are a few ways to ensure that happens. Write it yourself – This should go without saying. Unfortunately, …
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The college admissions process can be a stressful time in a student’s life, but College Planning Source wants to make it better through our helpful blog, informative webinars, and one-on-one assistance. Here are a few quick tips that can help reduce anxiety associated with college admissions. Use a calendar – Mark down the dates that …
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The college essay is one of the most vital components of the application, and believing in certain misconceptions could cost you that acceptance letter. We’ll address a few here, but be sure to check out our live webinar on college essays as well. Misconception 1: If the essay says it’s optional, you can skip it …
