University of California
Ethan Sawyer
How to Write the UC Essay Prompts 2024/2025 (+ ...

This guide covers how to write the UC essay prompts (or PIQs) with exercises and essay examples to help you along the way.

Common App, Student Resources
Ethan Sawyer
How to Write a Successful Common App Activities ...

Write an impressive college activities list for your common app using this step-by-step guide and awesome activities list for college applications example, with notes on how to select the right verbs and to decide how many hours per week to list. 

How to Write a Successful Common App Activities List
Personal Statement
Ethan Sawyer
27 Outstanding College Essay Examples From Top ...

Use these outstanding college essay examples to learn how to write your personal statement and supplemental essays for the college application.

Supplemental Essays
Ethan Sawyer
Why This College Essay Guide + Examples

Stand out on your Why This College essay. Read our Why This College essay examples and follow our clear guidelines to make sure you avoid potential pitfalls, include essential details in your Why This School essay, and use our tried-and-true research tools.

Student Resources
Andrew Simpson
How to Ask for a Letter of Recommendation for ...

Learn how to ask for a letter of recommendation for college with my comprehensive step-by-step guide and real-world examples

A Guide to the M7, T15, and T20 Business Schools

A Guide to the M7, T15, and T20 Business Schools

Depending on your career goals, attending an M7, T15, or T20 business school can be an important step, so this guide explains each term’s meaning and offers a breakdown of each business school.

A Guide to MBA Concentrations

A Guide to MBA Concentrations

There are many possible MBA concentrations to choose from, each offering different paths. This guide walks through different concentrations and factors to consider when choosing between them.

Crash Course on How to Pay for College (Using as Little of Your Own Money as Possible)

Crash Course on How to Pay for College (Using as Little of Your Own Money as Possible)

How exactly to pay for college without going into debt can seem like an enigma—so this guide by financial aid expert Amanda Miller offers easy steps to figure it out.

T14 Law Schools (2025-2026)

T14 Law Schools (2025-2026)

This guide explains the T14 Law School rankings, offers information on each law school and advice on how to apply, and discusses common criticism of the ranking systems

HBCU Medical Schools

HBCU Medical Schools

For students weighing whether or not to attend a PWI, this guide discusses the HBCU medical schools.

Aspiring Business Majors: A How-To Guide to Building a Strong Case for Admission

Aspiring Business Majors: A How-To Guide to Building a Strong Case for Admission

The number of potential business major specializations and the application process itself can be daunting. This guide talks you through what you need to know to add some ease to your business major applications.

HBCU Law Schools

HBCU Law Schools

For students weighing whether or not to attend a PWI, this guide discusses the HBCU law schools.

HBCU Schools: What they are and how to apply

HBCU Schools: What they are and how to apply

An overview of what qualifies a school to be an HBCU and the significance of HBCUs in the history of higher education in the United States.


Colleges in Florida

Colleges in Florida

Florida offers dozens of colleges and universities. This guide offers insight into the academics and campus life of some of Florida’s most renowned institutions.

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How to get into University of Michigan + Admission Requirements 2023

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How to get into University of Michigan + Admission Requirements 2023

A guide explaining in detail how to get into University of Michigan and breaking down UMichigan’s admission requirements, to help students understand how to apply and be accepted.