By Shelly Rufin, MSHS, MSCC, Dr. (Hn)
Founder EDFIN College Planning
College Consultant/32 Year FAFSA Pro
Certified WASFAA, NASFAA Title IV Funding
Harvard Business School
32 years serving thousands of students
Serving families for over three-decades
Published: December 24, 2024 at 8:00 am
The importance of writing a winning essay: Crafting an ideal college essay can be exhausting, but it is crucial to keep in mind that this essay should reflect your child’s own experiences and personality. The process of creating a winning essay is one that captures a student’s unique personality through a brainstorming process.
Take Advantage of Your Time
Begin the brainstorming process for your child’s college essay as soon as possible. Focus on conveying what your child wants the college to know about them. Make sure to fulfill all the essential essay requirements and stay focused on the essay's topic.
Cast a Spell on Your Reader
When starting your child’s essay, make an effort to engage your readers right from the beginning. Aim to make your child’s essay interesting and captivating from the start. You can begin by presenting a statement, posing a question, using a quote, or describing a scene; make it personal by telling your story, it’s all about the story.
Stick to the Prompt by Answering the Question
As you work on personalizing this essay, remember to keep your child’s attention on the requirements of the prompt. Approach this essay with a fresh perspective, avoiding influence from previous essays or external opinions. Concentrate on crafting a thorough response that addresses the prompt effectively.
Remember, the goal is to write in a way that's authentic to you, maintaining your child’s voice and authenticity.
Keep an Active Voice
Make an effort to keep your child’s voice active and positive. Steer clear of using a passive voice while writing your essay, as it can make your essay seem dull. If your child’s words sound uninteresting, consider rephrasing them until you come up with something memorable, positive, and authentic.
Remember to Proofread
It is crucial to have accurate grammar, punctuation, and spelling. Make sure to proofread multiple times once your child has completed writing. Additionally, consider having a teacher, parent, or college English major review it quickly.
Have Others Read Your Essay
Ensure that individuals from various groups, such as a sibling, a friend, and a teacher, read your child’s essay. If any confusion arises, make revisions until all uncertainties are resolved.
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