As someone going to college, you probably are no stranger to writing essays. You have written them for classes, exams, and even college applications. College and high school essays are similar in that ...

Not only is the college essay a place to showcase writing skills, it's one of the only parts of a college application where a student's voice can shine through. Unlike test scores and transcripts, the ...

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“My Common App essay is one of the best things I’ve written,” Krishna says. “It is basically everything that I am in one piece of paper — a crash course to myself.” College essays loom large for high ...

At its core, Irena Smith’s job as an independent college counselor means being a writing coach. With a PhD in comparative literature, the former Stanford admissions officer helps her teenage clients ...

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When applying to college, your essay is one of the most important parts of the application process. A well-written essay can set you apart from other applicants, showcasing your personality, ...

In January, I raised my hourly rate to $300 before wondering if I could get away with charging anything at all. I teach high-schoolers how to write college essays, helping students claw their way out ...

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In the rapid-paced environment of college essay writing, students tend to find it difficult to pen good stories that capture readers and hold tight to clarity, organization, and critical depth.