Writing a college essay is a rite of passage for many students applying to attend a college or university in the United States. Although each institution has its own application requirements, most ...

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Many college applications require a personal essay, which can be daunting for students to write. But a few simple tips, some introspection and insight into what admissions officers are looking for can ...

In a guest column, Eric Greenberg, founder and president of Greenberg Educational Group, gives high school students advice on crafting a successful college application essay. His New York-based ...

Carter Osborne started a side hustle tutoring students on their college admissions essays in 2017. The Stanford graduate shared his recommendations for students looking to ace their personal essays.

While The Chronicle has printed its share of worthy essays in its “First Person” series, there is nevertheless a certain type of essay -- melancholy, sulky, or otherwise gloomy -- that frequently ...

Step-by-step guide shows students how to plan, research, draft and revise a short essay about a famous person.

Gandhi Jayanti 2025 brings a chance for students to explore Mahatma Gandhi's life, non-violence and truth. Use these speech ...