Writing college essays that stand out is a critical step in the college admissions process. College admissions officers read thousands of essays each year, and a compelling essay can make a ...

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Students who use tools like ChatGPT to write their college essays need to walk a fine line. Colleges will likely penalize students who submit completely AI-generated applications. Using AI to edit or ...

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, ...

College application essays matter. Why? Most colleges want more than an army of academic robots; they want to build a community. High GPAs and activity lists don’t reveal enough. A strong application ...

If you are struggling to finish your college application essays, check whether the schools offer special advice for last-minute applications to college. Are you a student or parent of a student ...

Maintain grade levels: Obvious but critical. As cliched as this is it, grades are the most important when it comes to college ...

In writing a college or graduate school application essay (or job application), there can be a temptation to write whatever will “work,” that is “get you in” to a more selective college than would ...

Applying to college is a muti-step process, and most high school students have not managed a multi-month process on their own ...