Essays That Worked for College Applications 50 Essays That Helped Students Get into the Nation's Top Colleges

Name: Essays That Worked for College Applications 50 Essays That Helped Students Get into the Nation's Top Colleges
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ISBN: 9780345452177

ISBN-10: 0345452178

ISBN-13: 9780345452177

Edition: 2003

Authors: Boykin Curry, Brian Kasbar

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Ask any college admissions officerthe most important thing about a college entrance essay is that it expresses the unique personality of the writer. But how exactly does one actually go about expressing oneself in such a format? Is it okay to be a little silly? How far can one stray from a straightforward essay before losing a reader's attention? With ESSAYS THAT WORKED, Boykin Curry and Brian Kasbar provide an engaging and varying set of essays that exemplify the many diverse approaches college applicants have taken in the past. Every applicantregardless of style, interests, or skill levelwill be educated and inspired by this fine collection.

Book details

List price: $13.95
Copyright year: 2003
Publisher: Random House Publishing Group
Publication date: 7/29/2003
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 176
Size: 5.50" wide x 8.25" long x 0.50" tall
Weight: 0.330
Language: English



Acknowledgments


Introduction


An Interview with an Admissions Officer


Using--and Abusing--the Internet


The Essays


Essays About Relationships


Essays About Travel


Essays About Obstacles


Offbeat Essays


Self-Description Essays


Essays About Home


Realization Essays


Thought Essays


Essays About Activities


Essays About the College Application Process