Fiske real college essays that work
By: Edward B. Fiske & Bruce G. Hammond
Contributors: Hammond, Bruce G.
Edition: 3rd ed.
Publisher: Sourcebooks
Published: 2011
Place of publication: Naperville, Ill
Language: eng
Number of pages: 341
ISBN-13: 9781402260759
Subjects: Colleges and universities; Universities and colleges; Admission; Entrance requirements; College applications; Handbooks, manuals
Other titles: Real college essays that work
Description: Provides tips on writing a college essay, including ones on such topics as science fiction, hobbies, community service, and significant experiences.
Table of contents: title: Why couldn't I just write about things that make me happy?; title: Writing a great essay. What makes a great essay? ; Rescue from writer's block ; Crafting a narrative; title: Real college essays that work. Academics ; Science and science fiction ; Hobby or interest ; Athletics ; The arts ; Camp counseling and community service ; Racial or cultural differences ; Politics and religion ; A significant experience ; Humor ; Family and relationships ; A moral dilemma ; Personal growth ; Travel ; Why I love First Choice U ; Appendix. The search for an opening line.