college essays

Embracing Change: Planning Ahead for the Revised UCAS Personal Statement

Embracing Change: Planning Ahead for the Revised UCAS Personal Statement

The UK's university admissions process, managed by the University and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS), is undergoing significant revisions to the personal statement. Global College Advisor Kevin explores why UCAS is implementing them and how students can plan ahead to make the most of this new format.

How Your Essay Can Help Build Your Application Narrative

How Your Essay Can Help Build Your Application Narrative

Now that we know the three pillars of a good college essay—as well as LogicPrep’s proven process for writing one—it’s time to reflect on the role of these essays within your application narrative. Kel explores two different approaches to application narrative (pointy and rounded) and the benefits of each.

LogicPrep's 3-Step Process for Writing Your Best College Essay

LogicPrep's 3-Step Process for Writing Your Best College Essay

Essay Coach Kel believes every single person has a unique, compelling story to tell in their personal statement—even if the student doesn’t believe it themself! Here, Kel breaks down how he works with students to tell that story.

The 3 Core Characteristics of Every Good College Essay

The 3 Core Characteristics of Every Good College Essay

There is no single thing that makes an essay good, but every good essay shares the same three core characteristics. Kel, LogicPrep Essay Coach and Associate Director of Narrative Development, shares his insight in Part 1 of our Essay Writing Series.

Do Not Write Your College Essay About This

Do Not Write Your College Essay About This

Our College Advisor Cari has read close to 5,000 applications as an admission professional, and hundreds prior as a college counselor, so we asked her to weigh in on what students should not write their college essays about. Don’t let your essays bore your reader and get skimmed rather than read by following this advice!

Transitioning to Adulthood (in 650 Words or Fewer)

Transitioning to Adulthood (in 650 Words or Fewer)

One of the more intimidating Common Application essay prompts asks students to describe a moment of transition into adulthood. The question of transition into adulthood asks us equally to examine what adulthood is and what it isn’t — see what Jared has to say!