How to Write Supplemental Essays That Stand Out
On August 1 of every year, most US colleges release prompts for supplemental essays. These additional essays are college-specific and are usually shorter than the Common Application essay. They help admissions officers determine if you’re a good fit for their institutions. Supplemental essays are divided into five main categories: The ‘Why College’ essay The ‘Why […]
How to Ace the ‘Why College’ Supplemental Essay?
In addition to the Common Application essay, several universities in the US require college-specific essays, commonly referred to as supplemental essays. While prompts may vary, the most common supplemental essay topic is a version of why you want to study at a particular college and are known as the ‘Why College’ essay. Below, we help […]
How to Write a Winning Common App Essay – The Ultimate Guide
Applying to US universities involves writing several college application essays that allow admissions officers to get to know and understand you. Remember that these aren’t book reports or literary analyses but rather a personal narrative in your voice. Tim Wolfe, Associate Provost for Enrollment and Dean of Admissions at the College of William & Mary, […]
How to Deal With the COVID-19 Essay Question on the Common Application
The current pandemic has affected the lives of students all over the world. As a prospective applicant, you may have had to deal with some unprecedented circumstances, which could significantly impact your college application. But where do you provide the details about these experiences? How can you let the admissions officers know that your college […]
How to Prepare for Traditional Medical Interviews in the UK
As a prospective medical or dentistry student in the UK, you will be asked to participate in an interview as part of the application process. But what does it consist of and how to prepare for medical interviews in the UK? Do you need to know complex terminology already? Is there a book that you […]
How to Crack Multiple Mini-Interview in the UK
“I am a chain smoker. Convince me to stop smoking.” This could be one of the role-playing questions that you may get asked during your multiple mini-interviews (MMI) if you have applied for medicine, dentistry or other related undergraduate degree courses in the UK. A new style of interviewing, developed by McMaster in 2002, the […]
Why You Need to Start Your US College Essays Earlier Than You Think
Part 4 of a 4-part series If you have already created a Common Application account, then you are aware of the various sections that you will need to fill out. One vital component is the writing section. This includes the essay and will take up a lot of your time. The essay is your chance […]
Should I Use American English or British English When Applying to University?
The English language curriculum set by the Indian boards has evolved over time, differing from the curriculum in international schooling systems such as the US or the UK–upon which the Indian curriculum was originally modelled. Differences in American English, British English and Indian English cover spelling, usage of active/passive voice and specific expressions and idioms. […]
