The College Application Essay

Application essays need to say "PICK ME" and the best will take admission officers beyond the numbers to show who you are, how you think, and what you will add to the in-coming class. And looked at correctly, you will find you've done this before...many times. Updated to reflect recent changes to the application format, this easy-to-follow guide provides the tools to deliver a successful and memorable essay. Features: Best approaches to all the essay and supplement questionsInsight into how admission personnel evaluate essaysSimple steps for successful draftsRevision strategiesQuick fixes for procrastinatorsThe right role of parents in the processGuidance for transfers, international students, veterans, and ex-patsBest practices and common mistakesCritiques of samples essays and supplement answersThis is the 7th edition of McGinty's classic guide to the application essay process. Her work in secondary education, admissions, and as a writing instructor at Harvard University give this guide unique breadth and depth of expertise.