How to Write College Application Essay

One of the important part of your college application is your essay. The common essay questions are:

• Why do you want to go to our college?
• What do you consider to be the single most important societal problem? Why?
• Discuss a special attribute or accomplishment that sets you apart.

Please refer to Sample Essay Question for more information. 

Good college application essay normally has to have the following characteristics:

• Straight into answering the question 
• Stay Focused
  
• Show your unique personality
  
• Make it a pleasure to read

On Writing the College Application Essay, 25th Anniversary Edition: The Key to Acceptance at the College of Your Choice
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