Tips for writing a college essay

Aaron Malik

Can you give me some tips on writing a college essay?

ChristineJoseph

Hey Aaron!

Your essay is what sets you apart from all the other candidates that apply for the same spot as you do. So, making sure that you know how to write a college essay about yourself that stands out is of utmost importance.

Here are a few tips to help you along-

Test your writing skills
Along with your IELTS or TOEFL, your essay is also a direct reflection of your English language skills.
So be careful not to make any grammatical mistakes, use proper vocabulary, and have someone proofread the essay for you.
Research, don’t copy
One of the worst things you could do while writing your essay is to copy a template or sample essay from the internet and use it as it is.
Your content is what makes the essay unique and convinces the university to let you in.
So yes, do your research, but always make sure that you put your own original words inside your college essay.
Show, don’t tell
Instead of just talking about what you’ve done or how you feel, share examples to support your point. If you’re a state-level rugby champion, I would rather hear about one of the most difficult moments in your game rather than a line that simply says you’ve won the intercollege rugby championship in 2018.
The three words
It is said that a writer’s 3 favorite words are- What happens next?
If her words leave the reader asking this question at every turn, she knows how to keep the reader engaged – hook, line, and sinker.
If you can pull this off, you have nailed your college essay…but how will you know that your essay is captivating? Well…
Have someone review your essay
It’s easy to feel exhausted by writing and rewriting your essay while checking for loopholes and grammatical errors.
Asking a mentor or a friend to read it will not only help you fix the problems in your college essay but also provide you with a fresh perspective.

If you want to know more about how to write a college essay, then you should read: How to write a college essay about yourself that stands out

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