Great Essays: The “Background” Prompt
Mark offers advice on how to write a great college essay based on your background, identity, interests, or talents.
April 7, 2017
Mark offers advice on how to write a great college essay based on your background, identity, interests, or talents.
Mark explains the importance of the personal statement and introduces the main elements of the college essay
An international student describes the difficulties of his complex origins, and the solace he found in a liberal arts major.
Lehigh University aims to grow, while St. Joseph’s College closes its doors.
Is business the best major? It’s certainly the most popular–but not necessarily the best.
If a student misbehaves or otherwise angers a teacher, does that teacher have the right to revoke a previously written letter of recommendation? Mark Montgomery weighs in.