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After reading a ton of essays from those of you applying ED (I apologize to those I didn't have the chance to get back to!), there were some patterns that I felt needed to be addressed. To preface, I'm a college senior, and by no means am I a leading authority on writing essays.
Read on to find out what makes an essay bad and to learn which college essay topics to avoid. I'll also explain how to recognize bad college essays—and what to do to if you end up …
I’m sorry you’re feeling overwhelmed. The college essay does not need to be a “work of art.” It’s simply an opportunity for you to share something that you find important with the AOs who will …
Persuasive college essays require clarity, precision, word economy, and honesty. Consequently, the average college essay is a vague, rambling mess indistinguishable from one another, even from the best applicants. It’s as …
“Bad” college essay examples: these examples illustrate a few of the most common college essay mistakes we see. Grades: Our former admissions officers have assigned each essay a letter grade to help you …
Were some of these applicants even trying to get accepted? Students and admissions counselors sound off on college essays that range from hysterical to flat out bizarre.
These essays are usually a big list of all the terrible things that happened to a student in hopes that we will admit them because we feel bad. Don't just tell us all the things that have happened to you and nothing else.
Common College Essay Mistakes To Avoid. Below is a list and analysis of the types of mistakes to avoid on your college personal statement and avoid writing a bad college essay that will likely NOT get you into your …