Colleges use admissions essays to learn more about you and the unique aspects of your life and experience, to put a face to your application, and to get a glimpse of your writing ability. It's essential that your essay be the best it can possibly be.
When applying to a UC campus, the two 500 word essays are the only significant way to distinguish yourself in a process that is otherwise a strict GPA-and-test-scores numbers game. With no teacher recommendations or interview to support your application, the essay becomes a critical component admissions officers use to determine your acceptance or rejection.
The application process at private schools is often more holistic, with teacher recommendation letters and interviews giving applicants more ways to distinguish themselves. Even so, the essay remains a key element of the application package, especially in highly selective private schools. An effective, thoughtful essay can be instrumental in making you stand out from the competition.
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Whether you are starting with a few ideas, a rough draft, or a blank sheet of paper and a lot of anxiety, I can guide you through a fun, empowering writing experience. The result: An essay that truly reflects you as a learner and an individual and provides admissions officers with the opportunity to really "meet" you and experience your unique voice.
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