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Tips for Prompt #1 of the Common App Essay
Writing your Common App essay about your background, identity, interest, or talent is a great way to stand out from the crowd. Follow our tips.
October 13, 2025
Writing your Common App essay about your background, identity, interest, or talent is a great way to stand out from the crowd. Follow our tips.
College applicants everywhere want to know, does volunteer matter for college admissions? The answer is yes but it’s more about the impact you make than the number of organizations in which you are involved.