Sample College Application Essays

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Writing your college application essay is difficult. And the stakes are high. A great essay can help you get accepted to your dream school. A mediocre essay can contribute to rejection. We want to help you write that great essay and get accepted.

We've compiled a list of college application essay examples to use as a springboard for you own reflection and creativity. Pay close attention to the consistent format of these pieces:

ENGAGING INTRODUCTION / UNIFYING THEME / COMPELLING CONCLUSION

Give the admissions committee (adcom) readers a clear picture of you as an individual, a student, and a future medical professional. Make them want to meet you after they finish reading your essay.

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APPLICATION STRATEGY / PRIMARY AND SECONDARY ESSAY REVIEW / INTERVIEW PREP

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TOP 10 UNIVERSITIES

HAVE AN ACCEPTANCE RATE OF 8% OR LOWER

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A STRONG COLLEGE APPLICATION ESSAY WILL MAKE YOU STAND OUT FROM THE CROWD.

You want to get into a university, but you need to stand out in the highly impressive applicant pool. According to US News, the average top 10 university acceptance rate is 8%. How can you separate yourself from the competition successfully? By crafting an excellent application essay.

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