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How To Guide Your Teen Through The College Essay Writing Process
This is what admissions officers at some of the most selective universities in the country say is the essential information you need to know to help your kid feel confident as they take on this pivotal writing assignment. It may seem early…but it’s time to start preparing!
For most colleges, the Common Application Personal Statement is the admission team's only opportunity to hear directly from the student - that’s why it’s so important to get it right.
Writing about a personal experience that highlights your values and character is very different from writing a research paper for History class. And for most kids, this kind of writing just feels hard.
That’s where we come in.
The content in this guide was created and curated by admissions officers from top tier universities who have read thousands of college applications. We know what WORKS and we’re giving you the inside scoop.
If you want to bypass the stress and procrastination your kid could feel this summer from not quite feeling sure they know what to write about - this guide is the perfect place to start!
Here is what’s waiting for you inside the guide:
✔️ The purpose of the personal statement and why it’s so important
✔️ Our best tips for writing a personal statement that stands out and gets a careful read
✔️ The biggest mistakes to avoid in the personal statement directly from college admissions officers at highly selective colleges
✔️ 12 writing prompts to help you spark ideas for your essay topic
✔️ The best ways to help your child push through procrastination and get it done
We know that the college application process can be a very stressful time for you and your child, and we’re here to help you through it.
We recommend reading through the guide first and then sharing it with your kid. It is our goal that after reading through the information we’ve collected, they’ll be able to start the writing process with confidence.
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