Description
Students will prepare powerful and successful admission essays with the tools provided in this invaluable, newly-updated resource for the college-bound.Examples of 50 real essays are included, discussing such topics as leadership, personal obstacles, athletics, public service, special talents, and future goals.The strengths and successes of each example are analyzed, as well as the inspirations of each writer. A comprehensive writing workshop provides tips toward selecting topics, developing stories, editing drafts, and applying finishing touches.Further examples of 12 unsuccessful essays, a list of 25 easy mistakes to avoid, and new interviews with admissions officers are presented to help would-be entrants avoid costly blunders.
Author: Gen Tanabe, Kelly Tanabe
Publisher: SuperCollege
Published: 05/16/2023
Pages: 224
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.55lbs
Size: 8.90h x 6.00w x 1.10d
ISBN13: 9781617601828
ISBN10: 1617601829
BISAC Categories:
- Study Aids | College Entrance
- Education | Essays
- Study Aids | College Guides
Author: Gen Tanabe, Kelly Tanabe
Publisher: SuperCollege
Published: 05/16/2023
Pages: 224
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.55lbs
Size: 8.90h x 6.00w x 1.10d
ISBN13: 9781617601828
ISBN10: 1617601829
BISAC Categories:
- Study Aids | College Entrance
- Education | Essays
- Study Aids | College Guides
About the Author
Gen Tanabe and Kelly Tanabe are the authors of 14 books including The Ultimate Scholarship Book, 1001 Ways to Pay for College and How to Write a Winning Scholarship Essay. They tour the country as speakers on college planning and live in Northern California.