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University of Connecticut (UConn) School of Medicine BS/MD Application Essay Guide 2024-25
Considering applying to the UConn School of Medicine? You’re not alone. UConn’s School of Medicine is ranked as the 33rd most diverse medical school in the country by U.S. News & World Report and has an acceptance rate of just under 5%—which means, if you’re interested in applying to their BS/MD program, your essays need […]
Case Western Reserve University Pre-Professional Scholars Program (PPSP) in Medicine Essay Guide 2024-25
Case Western’s Medical Program is ranked Tier 1 in Best Medical Schools: Research and in Tier 3 in Best Medical Schools: Primary Care by US News and World Report. Additionally, its Pre-Professional Scholars Program is rumored to have an acceptance rate of just 1%, so if you’re interested in applying to their BS/MD program, your […]
How to Write a Standout Impact Essay | College Essay Advisors
The Impact Essay is a supplemental essay type that mines for information about your involvement in a community and how you have created lasting positive change—both within that community and yourself. It is an opportunity to talk about past contributions as well as future goals, which can be an insightful window into your values, priorities, […]
Harvard’s Restrictive Early Action Strategy: Maximizing Your Chances Before the November Deadline
Harvard’s Restrictive Early Action program is a non-binding early admissions option that allows students to receive an admissions decision by mid-December. Imagine having your results before the holiday break! What a relief to be able to relax and enjoy time with your family rather than writing more essays at the last minute. Applying Restrictive Early […]
CEA’s Guide to Writing Distinctive Essays for Competitive BS/MD Programs
If you’re a high school student dead set on pursuing a career in medicine, you’ve come to the right place. BSMD programs are a fantastic option for students who are committed to becoming tomorrow’s doctors and want to make the best use of their time in an accelerated higher education program. Of course, in order […]
How to Write the UCAS Personal Statement for Your UK University Applications as an Applicant from the USA
What is the UCAS personal statement? The Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS) is the organization that aggregates college admissions for the UK. Just like the Common Application for American universities, UCAS provides one unified platform for students applying to schools in the UK. After entering your personal details, grades, education and employment history, and […]
Transforming Good Essays into Great Ones with Common App Essay Revisions
Here it comes—the behemoth that lurks in the dark, prompting you to look over your shoulder, a cold sweat dripping down your neck. Your breath quickens as you pick up your pace—but no matter how fast you go, it’s still just behind you. It’s the one admissions essay to rule them all: the dreaded Common […]
College Essay Advisors: The Benefits, Cost, and Process of Working with a College Essay Advisor
What is a College Essay Advisor? A College Essay Advisor is an expert in all things college applications who works directly with students to lead them through the process of brainstorming, writing, and revising their Common App essays and school-specific supplemental essays, as well as assisting with resume building and activity list creation. Our College […]
Common App Essay Prompt 2: Solving Unusual Problems and Overcoming Obstacles
The college application as a whole is the story of you, from your transcripts to your activities list and expressed interest, but the Common App essay is a uniquely open-ended chance to share who you are at your core. Admissions readers are looking for resourceful and resilient candidates to join their student body. But how […]
Why the Common App Essay Prompts Don’t Really Matter
We’re going to let you in on a little secret: it doesn’t matter which of the seven Common App essay prompts you respond to, and admissions does not play favorites with which one you choose! Yes, really! So take a deep breath, knowing that you have unlimited options when it comes to the ways in […]
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