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by Jessica Brenner (Author)
College is supposed to be fun, remember? Take the stress out of the admissions process with expert advice on writing personal essays.
College can be an absolute blast. But making it into your dream school is no easy feat. Don't be intimidated--College Admission Essays For Dummies is here to alleviate your anxieties and help you craft an unforgettable personal essay with the potential to impress any admissions committee.
This helpful guide walks you through every step of the writing process, from brainstorming and prep to the final polishes and submission. You'll learn how to make your essay stand out from the ocean of other applicants and get your personality to pop off the page.
In addition to stellar examples of essays that got their writers into their first-choice schools, you'll get the inside scoop on how to:
- Use writing to transform you from a statistic into a compelling and attractive candidate
- Illustrate who you are through vivid storytelling and self-reflection
- Deal with writer's block and essay anxiety to get the most out of your time
- Learn about the most common question types and get your admissions officer's attention with your short answers
With colleges around the country beginning to discount the impact of SAT and ACT scores, the personal essay is more important than ever. College Admission Essays For Dummies is the up-to-date roadmap you need to navigate your way to the perfect college essay.
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Write to impress the college of your dreams
College admissions are more competitive than ever, but you don't need to pull your hair out trying to write the perfect essay. The second edition of College Admission Essays For Dummies walks you through everything admissions counselors look for in college admission essays, ranging from the personal statement to supplemental and short-answer prompts. You'll discover how to make your personality pop off the page and avoid common errors that can trip you up. This handy guide also includes real-world examples of essays that got their writers into their first-choice school.
Inside...
- Make a powerful impression
- Avoid common mistakes and errors
- Build a strong essay foundation
- Fine-tune your rough drafts
- Finish with an impressive closer
- Revise your essays like a pro
- Ace the short answers
- Prepare for supplemental essays
Author Biography
Jessica Brenner has more than twelve years of experience working with teens and families as a college counselor. She has a master's degree in Counseling Psychology. Her freelance writing has appeared in a variety of publications online and in print.
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