Application essays and college writing

bethievt
Sun, 25 Feb 2007 10:43:58 +0000

I think a graded writing sample, combined with ACT or SAT writing and a student’s grades in English should give some indication, along with the essay. But only 2 of my son’s 10 colleges asked for a writing sample. Vassar wanted an analytical essay and Reed wanted whatever the student chose to send. Of course a huge school wouldn’t have time to review writing samples.

In my son’s case, he’s a skilled writer and the things I mention above all support that.