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Beyond the personal statement, many top schools require applicants to submit supplemental essays answering various questions, like why they chose their intended major or why they are applying to a ...

Carter Osborne started a side hustle tutoring students on their college admissions essays in 2017. The Stanford graduate shared his recommendations for students looking to ace their personal essays.

Start early. The best essays take time and can't be developed in one night. CollegeAdvisor recommends beginning the writing process the summer before senior year (if not earlier!). Brainstorm.

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