What makes a cliché "grandparent" essay and how do I avoid it?

lookingforward
Sat, 23 Jul 2016 03:00:02 +0000

The essay is meant to convey some of the attributes the colleges are looking for. For your college targets, do you have an idea of what those really are? It’s not like a hs assignment to write about something of great significance to you- unless that’s relevant to the admissions review and shows those attributes.

It’s fine to use a tale, to set context. Fine to use discovering your cultural identity. But loading with anecdotes and details can weigh it down. What do you think this essay reveals about you, how you’ll operate within the college community? And remember, show, not just tell.