My college application essay was three handwritten paragraphs long, written in an upward-trending script right on the paper form. It reminds me now how innocent I was about the whole process and how ...

Asking a teacher or family member to proofread your college essay can be a great idea, but when does getting outside help become too much? This week, our experts weigh in on the best practices for ...

Tell us about a challenge you faced and how you overcame it. Reflect on a moment when your actions made a difference for others. Describe one of your passions and why it lights you up. These aren't ...

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My role as a college admissions professional includes answering lots of questions related to the college search process. Questions often revolve around majors and minors, general curriculum ...

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How does money, work or social class fit into your life, and did you write about it in the college application essay that you submitted this school year? For the fifth year, Ron Lieber, the New York ...