The College Essay: The Art of the Personal Narrative
Click the following links for course handouts, information, articles and tips for writing effective college essays.
Online Articles and Information:
Online Articles and Information:
- New York Times Tip Sheet: An Admissions Dean Offers Advice on Writing a College Essay
- Advice from The National Association of College Admissions Counceling
- About.com Application Essays: Tips for Writing Your Way into a Top Choice School
- US News: 10 Tips for Writing the College Application Essay
- Huffington Post Teen Blog: Everything You Wanted to Know About the College Essay, written by 16 year old Matthew Maron
- Huffintton Post College Blog: Dos and Don'ts in Writing College Application Essays
- 2013-2014 Common Application Changes
- NPR "This I Believe" Writing Program - Excellent Resource for Sample Essays