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Purpose of College Essays

Brad Schiller

Ready to craft an essay that showcases your true potential? Learn how to highlight the qualities that will make you stand out and show colleges you’re the perfect fit. Get started today and take your application to the next level!

Our Admissions Results 2023-2024

Brad Schiller

Ready to boost your college application? Whether it’s crafting standout essays or achieving your scholarship goals, our team is here to guide you every step of the way. See the success our students have had and get started today!

Mastering the Art of Brainstorming

Cassandra Cloutier

From freewriting to clustering, these simple strategies will help you generate unique ideas and get your thoughts flowing. Don't let writer's block hold you back—read on to master brainstorming and nail your application!

Make the Most of Summer for Better College Applications (for Rising Seniors)

Emily

Make your summer work for you! Focus on what matters most—your college list, activities, and essays. This article gives you the roadmap to stay organized, get ahead, and feel confident in the final stretch. Don’t wait—start making moves now and set yourself up for success!

How to Make Those Final Few Edits Count

Bria Isaacson

As you near the finish line, it’s easy to rush through the final edits—but don’t! The last drafts are just as crucial as the first. Keep these five tips in mind to ensure your revisions stay sharp and impactful.

How Defining Your Personal Brand Makes College Admissions Essays More Powerful (and easier to write!)

Brad Schiller

By clarifying your personal brand, you’ll be able to present a cohesive, authentic story that resonates with admissions officers and sets you apart from other applicants.

Creating Themes Across Your Application: A Holistic Approach To Writing Your College Essays

Michael

Discover how to weave consistent themes throughout your application to present a cohesive, compelling story to college admissions.

Choosing the Right Recommenders

Cassandra Cloutier

They’ve witnessed your highs, lows, growth, and triumphs—now let them show colleges the best of what you have to offer.

How to Get the Most out of Your 1-on-1 Brainstorming Call with a Prompt Writing Coach

Suzanne

Congratulations! You have a personal Prompt Writing Coach and you’ve scheduled your first call. So what now? Check out some tips from one of our coaches.

Get to Know Prompt's Student Success Team

Brad Schiller

Prompt has such an amazing team, and we’re highlighting a few of them today.

Get to Know Prompt's Coach Network Directors

Brad Schiller

Hear from our coach network directors on their college journeys, why our coaches are the best out there, their favorite essays, and a few college essay tips from the pros.

Should you use ChatGPT for your College Essay?

Brad Schiller

Everything you need to know about why ChatGPT isn't the best way to write your college essay. Read on to learn how can you use ChatGPT for your essays.

3 More Common App Personal Statement Examples from Students

Ellyn

Our Prompt Writing Coaches know how to help you stand out on your college applications. Spoiler: it's by being authentic. Here are 3 tips for the best and most authentic personal statement.

What Are Colleges Looking For? A Deep Dive on Drive

Suzanne

Prompt has spent thousands of hours researching and talking to college admissions offices on what they look for in amazing applicants. What we found transformed our approach and pedagogy. So what do colleges look for? There are five key traits. Here is the fourth: drive.

What Are Colleges Looking For? A Deep Dive on Contribution to Community

Ellyn

Prompt has spent thousands of hours researching and talking to college admissions offices on what they look for in amazing applicants. What we found transformed our approach and pedagogy. So what do colleges look for? There are five key traits. Here is the third: contribution to community.

Brainstorming Writer's Block Away

Cassandra Cloutier

Even the most experienced writers often find starting to be very difficult. Follow these steps to ensure you're brainstorming a way out of writer's block.

What Are Colleges Looking For? A Deep Dive on Intellectual Curiosity

Laila

Prompt has spent thousands of hours researching and talking to college admissions offices on what they look for in amazing applicants. What we found transformed our approach and pedagogy. So what do colleges look for? There are five key traits. Here is the second: intellectual curiosity.

What Are Colleges Looking For? A Deep Dive on Initiative

Emily

Prompt has spent thousands of hours researching and talking to college admissions offices on what they look for in amazing applicants. What we found transformed our approach and pedagogy. So what do colleges look for? There are five key traits. Here is the first: initiative.

The Myth of the Well-Rounded Applicant

Cassandra Cloutier

The myth that colleges seek only well-rounded students leads to millions of rejections every year. Prompt explains how to overcome this myth and be spikey!

These outlines will make your college essays stronger (and save you so much time)

Brad Schiller

Outlining is important to writing college application essays efficiently and compellingly. The two best structures are the Journey and Theme outlines, for which this article gives step-by-step instructions.

Writing a Killer Recommenders Outline for a Letter of Recommendation

Cassandra Cloutier

Need a letter of recommendation for applying to college? Then, you'll likely need a killer outline to provide to your recommenders for your recommendation letter.

Should You Hire a College Admissions Consultant?

Brad Schiller

Should you work with a college admissions consultant? It can be a stressful decision. This guide will help make it easier.

40/60 Essay Rule: Story Time Vs. Introspection

Cassandra Cloutier

Your personal statement is not story time. Your admissions essay should be no more than 40% story. At least 60% should be spent on introspection.

How to assemble your college application “support team"

Brad Schiller

Learn how to turn parents and teachers into fantastic, essay-supporting assets.

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