Writing college essays that stand out is a critical step in the college admissions process. College admissions officers read thousands of essays each year, and a compelling essay can make a ...

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In January, I raised my hourly rate to $300 before wondering if I could get away with charging anything at all. I teach high-schoolers how to write college essays, helping students claw their way out ...

When I wrote my own MBA admissions essay, I remember feeling lost, rambling without a clear direction. Crafting a standout essay requires self-awareness, authenticity, and alignment with the program.

Since OpenAI’s ChatGPT launch in November 2022, it continues to bother teachers. No wonder: The tool has a fascinating ability to craft texts that look like a human wrote them. Influencing the ...

You’ve finally embarked on your journey toward college, and now it’s time to tackle the admissions essay. It’s important to leave a lasting impression and set yourself apart from the competition, but ...

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College applications demand time and effort. To some, they feel tedious at best and miserable at worst. You work to recount everything about your life to multiple strangers who decide your admission ...