How much risk should you take with your college essays?
Colleges want students to be creative when crafting their essays. But, when is taking a risk on a college essay topic too risky? Here are some tips for what and…
October 4, 2025
Colleges want students to be creative when crafting their essays. But, when is taking a risk on a college essay topic too risky? Here are some tips for what and…
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How do your beliefs and ideas shape who you are as a person? The Common Application prompt that focuses on how those beliefs or ideas were challenged can reveal a…
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Great College Advice examines the Common App prompt focused on an accomplishment, event, or realization that led to personal growth.