Red Flags and Dead Ends: College Essay Topics to Avoid
The college essay is one of the few opportunities you have to showcase your individuality, experiences, and personal growth on your application. While you might think you have the perfect idea for your essay before you get too far, here are some topics you want to avoid:
What matters when you’re applying to college?
Perhaps you are wrapping up your junior year and the reality of college applications is sinking in, or maybe you’re just finishing up your freshman or sophomore year and college seems like a distant goal. Either way, it’s good to be aware of what colleges and universities are looking for in their prospective applicants.