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Give and Take: The 2 Key Traits
Give and take are the two key traits that you need to show in any college application essay.


Register: The Secret to Good Writing!
Register is more important than tone or diction, and it's not talked about enough in English classes!


UC PIQs Guide
How to choose, brainstorm, and write the UC PIQs


Don't Use Extended Metaphors!
This is one of the most common mistakes I see from students.


The "Why This College" Essay
Four categories of research to help your essay stand out for each school


The “I Realized” Trap
Is your personal essay missing the most important part?


How to pick an essay topic (pt. 1)
You've filled out your application, including Activities & Honors. What's left to say in an essay?
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