Esslo Co-founder Hadassah Betapudi discusses how students can craft strong supplemental essays for their college applications ...

Amid a sea of applications, college hopefuls have just a few opportunities to stand out: grade-point average and test scores; extracurricular activities; and, of arguably increasing importance, the ...

These strategies can guide your high school senior through brainstorming, drafting and polishing a strong personal statement.

Start the essay by sharing a specific detail or moment that brings the reader into the story. As the essay unfolds, explain ...

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 ...

Journalists chase, find and cover stories, and sometimes, they become one. From intriguing exposés to provocative thinkpieces and raw memoirs, the personal essay has long been a media staple, enjoying ...

This Q&A first appeared in Write at the Edge, a newsletter from Mallary Tenore Tarpley featuring tips and best practices for seasoned and amateur writers who want to hone their craft. Subscribe to ...

This is a chance for you to share your voice. Review CU Boulder's essay prompts and the short answer question in the Application Checklist. The University of Colorado does not discriminate on the ...

Admissions experts explain when AI can help with college essays, when it goes too far and why maintaining your authentic voice is essential.

ABOUT 25 MINUTES AS WELL. THE FIRST DEADLINE FOR COLLEGE APPLICATIONS IS NEXT MONTH. IT’S JUST DAYS AWAY AND HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS ARE WRITING PERSONAL STATEMENTS AND ESSAYS. KCRA 3 IS DEIRDRE ...

This handout is available for download in DOCX format and PDF format. Thesis statements are essentially the driving force and backbone of an academic essay. Without a thesis statement, your essay will ...

As an English major, many of my midterms are essays instead of exams—and this time of the semester, it feels like they all start to pile up. My recommendation is not to put off writing your essays ...