How to write college essays playlist

Learn about how to write excellent college essays and how they are used in the overall admissions process.

We’ll provide an in-depth guide to college essays, starting with an overview of how colleges use essays in the admissions process and what they are looking for in a strong essay. We'll also cover the ideal timeline and process for writing your essays and tips for brainstorming, composing, and polishing a great college essay.

Events in this series cover the Common Application, supplemental essays, and other related topics.