<p>Yeah, I’m sure he’ll be able to improve. Tell him to check this out: <a href=“http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/sat-preparation/645763-how-write-12-essay-just-10-days.html[/url]”>http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/sat-preparation/645763-how-write-12-essay-just-10-days.html</a>
It helped me go from 8 to 11 on the essay, and my first language isn’t even English, so I’m sure your son will nail it.</p>
<p>If he can increase his writing score, he’ll have good chances whenever he applies, but ED does boost his chances. I’d go for EDI if his quarter grades are good.</p>