Every year more than a million students use the Common Application, a standardized electronic form accepted by more than 1,000 colleges, to apply to college. And every year since 1976, the Common App, ...

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Essay writing is commonly a brief description that highlights the writer’s viewpoint or story. This viewpoint is quite close to an article or any story. Academic essays should be in a formal style.

Many students struggle with overwhelming assignments, tight deadlines, and high academic demands. Whether balancing coursework with a part-time job or struggling with a challenging subject, finding ...

For eight years, I've worked with high-school students to perfect their college-admission essays. I often see students think their ideas are completely original; the ideas have been done before.

College is hard. With classes, jobs, friends, and sleep, big papers can feel too hard. Many students use essay services for help. Some question if these services are right, but many see them as tools ...

The personal essay is an essential component of your application. How compelling it is — or isn't — can make or break your acceptance.