Conquering the College Admissions Essay in 10 Steps, Second Edition: Crafting a Winning Personal Statement

A guide to crafting a meaningful and polished college admissions essay that gets students into the school of their dreams by expressing their unique personality, strengths, and goals.

Stand out from the crowd with a memorable, meaningful personal statement that will capture the attention of college admissions officers.

Writing a college admissions essay is no easy taskbut with college essay coach and New York Times contributor Alan Gelbs accessible and encouraging step-by-step instructions, youll be able to write an honest, one-of-a-kind essay that really shines.

Gelbs ten-step approach has garnered great results for the students who have tried it, many of whom were accepted into their dream schools (Harvard, Brown, Yale, and more). This to-the-point handbook shows you how to identify an engaging essay topic, and then teaches you how to use creative writing techniques to craft a narrative that expresses your unique personality, strengths, and goals. Whether youre an A-student looking for an extra boost or a less-confident writer who needs more intensive help, Gelbs reassuring and concise guidance will help you every step of the way, from your initial draft to final revision. In the end, you will have a well-polished, powerful, and profound personal statement that you can feel proud ofa college essay that doesnt feel pre-fab, but is a real reflection of your own individuality.