By the end, you’ll not only have a prompt but also a game plan to craft an essay that leaves admissions officers wanting to know you
Discover how to highlight your unique contributions, quantify your achievements, and choose the perfect words to grab attention. Don’t let this crucial part of your application be an afterthought—use these expert strategies to make a lasting impression!
By breaking down the prompt, you'll be able to focus your response on what matters most and ensure your essay truly answers the question at hand.
That's right — from the very beginning. We'll start with tackling a common question we get from parents and students alike: "Is the Common App essay really that important?"
Here are the 5 most common narratives we see on Common App essays, and how to make yours stand out to get you in.
This is part 4 of our “The Complete Guide to the Common App Personal Statement Essay” series.
This is part 3 of our “The Complete Guide to the Common App Personal Statement Essay” series.
This is part 2 of our series “The Complete Guide to the Common App Personal Statement Essay” where we walk first-year undergraduate students through writing the Common App essay from start to finish. That's right — from the very beginning.
The awards section is an opportunity to demonstrate that you have achieved recognition for your academic work. Follow these steps to ensure success.
Our Prompt Writing Coaches know how to help you stand out on your college applications. Spoiler: it's by being authentic. Here are 5 tips for the best and most authentic personal statement.
Picking the right common app essay prompt is a blessing. Pick the wrong one and you will fail to differentiate yourself from everyone else.
How to write a Common App personal statement that impresses college admissions officers. How to choose the prompt, and write a strong essay quickly.
How to write a strong Common App personal statement, Covid-19 response, Activities List, and get good recommendations. What colleges want. Mistakes to avoid.
Everyone wants to write a captivating and vivid narrative for their Common App essay. Here at Prompt, we've worked with thousands of students to do just that. Here are our top 5 tips to help you write your best vivid narrative in your Common App essay.
College essay examples that show you how to write a great Common App essay, with detailed analyses of what works and why.
The activities section of the Common Application is a vital opportunity to showcase your achievements and commitments outside of class.
What to include in the Common App Additional Information section, with tips and examples of what works and why.
What's the first step to writing the new COVID-19 Essay in the Common App? Read our guide from Prompt's CEO Brad Schiller to find out more.