I'm Applying to College: Now What? A Step-by-Step Guide to Writing Applications & Essays

Download or read book I'm Applying to College: Now What? A Step-by-Step Guide to Writing Applications & Essays written by Angela Erickson and published by Atlantic Publishing Company. This book was released on 2017-09-30 with total page 139 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Applying to college can be one of the most stressful times in a student's life. With acceptance rates at colleges such as Stanford and Harvard being under 10 percent, students need to know how to craft a winning application. This book breaks the process down into easy-to-manage sections. You will learn how to choose a topic, how to narrow your focus, how to edit and revise, how to choose your tone and structure, how to avoid the common pitfalls, and how to overcome writer's block. In addition, you will learn strategies for getting started, requirements for application, and critical writing tips. This book has sample essays and essay questions, and even examples of the essays specific colleges use. Admissions officers have chimed in with their expertise to provide insider information on how to compose impressive applications and essays for admissions and scholarships. Whether you are a high school freshman seeking a head start or a senior hoping to glean some last minute tips, this book is your go-to guide to getting accepted.