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Crafting an Effective 'Why This College' Essay: A Comprehensive Guide

Discover the ultimate guide to crafting a standout 'Why This College' essay. Unearth the secrets of in-depth research, learn how to connect the institution's offerings to your personal goals, and explore different essay approaches. Plus, get tips on creating a compelling narrative, even if you're undecided about your major. Unleash your potential and make your college application shine with our step-by-step roadmap.

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Crafting Your College Ticket: The Heroic Journey of a Stellar Admissions Essay

With all of the competition to get into a good college these days, students need something to help them stand out. This is where a well-crafted and epic admissions essay comes into play. But, this is also where students struggle the most in their application process. So, let’s explore why a good college essay is so important and how to write an amazing admissions essay all in one place. The added bonus of this blog is that it also gives you access to one of my best admission essay-writing secrets- the brainstorming activity that will help you figure out what you need to convey in your application.

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Demonstrating Values in Your Experiences to Enhance Your College Admissions Essay

Parents and students always want to know the secret of writing the best college admissions essay- the best one I can tell you is to showcase your values. This blog, written by a college admissions expert, shows how you can highlight your values and incorporate some of your summer experiences to write the an effective admission essay. It provides questions for you to answer to walk you through the process and access to a comprehensive values list.

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