College Essay Guy’s Brief Guide to Helping Students Create a Great Personal Statement Outline - PD Series Part 2

What we covered:

  • Why outlining is so important

  • Why students tend not to create outlines (I think)

  • Two examples outlines and the essays they led to

  • How to outline a narrative (challenges-based) essay

  • How to outline a montage (non-challenges-based) essay

  • Four important elements to look for in a great personal statement (either narrative or montage)

  • How to guide your students toward a great outline using the Choose Your Own Adventure Tool