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How to Write a Personal Statement

Step-by-step instructions from brainstorming a topic, outlining and structuring, demonstrating insight, and polishing the final draft.

Part 1 of the How to Apply to College video course series for students.

How to Write the College Application + Supplemental Essays

Dozens of resources for helping students craft an outstanding application, from writing school-specific supplemental essays, polishing the activities list and more.

Part 2 of the How to Apply to College video course series for students.

The Advanced Personal Statement Course

Help students uplevel their college essay with 4 brand new techniques that go beyond our flagship personal statement course.

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