4.3 - Writing Your Supplemental Essays
| This lesson covers... | how to answer a few of the supplemental essays required by most highly-selective schools. |
| By the end you should... | have a better sense of how much work remains for the rest of your college application process. |
| Time | 3 minutes |
| College Essay Essentials | paperback: pages 14-19 | ebook: pages 15-20 |
I’ve included links to some of my most helpful and popular guides on writing the supplemental essays. These are also available on the student version of the guide.
Not much for counselors to do here except point them out!
Not much for counselors to do here except point them out!
How to Write a “Why Us” Essay—This is the most commonly asked supplemental essay question and, if you’re applying to college, you’ll probably need to write it. This three-part guide will put you on the right path.
How to Write a “Why Major” Essay—This is another very common supplemental essay. This guide will help you brainstorm, outline, and draft your response.
How to Write a “Community” Essay—A third common supplement. And again, this guide will walk you through brainstorming, outlining, and drafting.
