Hi everyone, I wanted to ask if anyone on here is in college yet? i need some advise on my personal essay and any tips if you have any! i still have this year and next year in school but I'd like to get a head start!

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kazaktbone · Answer

What is the essay on. What do u wanna write about

Gdub08 · Answer

Almost luv. I don't know if I wanna take on the stress of going to college.:(

adrianluvvsyouu2 · Answer

You're a junior as well then? Generally don't stress about writing them yet

First things is that each college, the very elite ones in particular expect something that's catered to their school, they want more than a common-app essay (One that you send to a bunch of schools in one application)

For instance, I went on a tour for Rice University in Houston, which is a consistently top 15 ranked school in the nation. I spoke with one of their admissions officers and she told me if the essay isn't specific to Rice, there is 0 chance of that applicant being accepted. I would imagine that it is similar for a lot of other elite colleges.

Secondly, you should really only think about the general idea here and there, no need to overstress about it and start writing now. Perhaps look at youtube and search for college students and see what advice they have. Generally stray away from the generic and overused topics such as a serious sports injury, or something along those lines.

Good luck to you next year!