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Sarah Farbman

What Do College Admissions Look For in an Essay?

What do college admissions officers look for in an essay? It’s a difficult question, because every essay is different–and every applicant is different. However, Great College Advice’s Sarah Farbman offers tips on what your college essay should contain.

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Jared Hobson

Common App Prompt 3: Challenging a Belief

How do your beliefs and ideas shape who you are as a person? The Common App essay prompt #3 focuses on how those beliefs or ideas being challenged can reveal a lot about you. Here are some ideas to help you write a reflective essay about a belief or idea.

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Jared Hobson

Thinking of Applying to a Religious College

A recent visit to Westmont College inspired some thoughts about attending a religious college or university. Here are some questions to consider asking if you are looking at applying to a religiously affiliated college or university.

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