Diagnostics, tune-ups, and overhauls for college application essays and grad school personal statements
Are you struggling to come up with writing topics? You're not alone. Many students feel that their experiences are not as exciting as those they read about online, from peers, or in the news. This is particularly true when applying to college, where certain hardships and obstacles seem to be more valued than others.
The Common App's first prompt reads: "Some students have a background, identity, interest, or talent that is so meaningful they believe their application would be incomplete without it. If this sounds like you, then please share your story." But how do you approach it...?
The Common App essay, also known as the Common Application Personal Statement or CAPS, is a vital component of the college application process. Unfortunately, it is also one of the most misunderstood aspects, causing students and parents alike to experience genuine malaise and panic.
At one point, I was offering $300 reviews of the Common Application Personal Statement for students who wanted actionable, detailed feedback on their CAPS. My reviews covered syntax, thematic and narrative consistency/cohesion, grammar, spelling, academic sophistication, redundancy analysis, word choice and whatever else I saw fit. In addition to in-text/sidebar comments, I also provided separate… Continue reading Common App Personal Statement and Other Essay Reviews
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