Common App Essay Essentials By ALYSSA PARSONS Here's what you can expect to write when you start your Common Application essays. Unlike much of the academic writing you’ve done in school, Common App essays are not necessarily thesis-driven. Instead, they seek to offer a narrative of development or show a…
My Application Essay: What Worked for Me By ALYSSA PARSONS Sometimes example is the best teacher. It can really help to read an example of a successful college application essay to get a sense of what admissions committees are looking for. So, I guess it's time for me to face…
The Numbers: Early Decision vs. Regular Decision By ALYSSA PARSONS We've done the math. How much of a difference does applying early make? We compare Early Decision vs. Regular Decision acceptance rates. Based on admission rate data from the top universities, we've calculated the exact advantage of applying early. Not…
Do I Apply Early Decision? By ALYSSA PARSONS Is it worth it to apply Early Decision? Take a look at this comparison of Early Decision vs. Regular Decision acceptance rates. I’m sure this isn’t news to you, but college acceptance rates continue falling as the application pool gets increasingly competitive. I…
The Ultimate Formula for Winning Personal Statements By ALYSSA PARSONS This step-by-step formula will help you write a great graduate school personal statement that is still personal. It’s a big task to boil your experience and interests down into a dazzling graduate school personal statement. Luckily, in helping hundreds of…
Five Steps to Kickstart Your Application Essay By ALYSSA PARSONS This step-by-step guide is the college essay help you need to get started on your winning application essay. The whole process of writing an application essay can be overwhelming. How do you express yourself to the admissions committees? What should…