College Essay Essentials: A Step-by-Step Guide to Writing a Successful College Admissions Essay
by Ethan Sawyer
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Write a college essay that gets you noticed—and gets you in.
Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just unsure where to start, College Essay Essentials by Ethan Sawyer—aka The College Essay Guy—offers a clear, proven roadmap to writing essays that stand out.
Used by thousands of students, parents, and counselors, this step-by-step guide helps you discover your most compelling story and share it with authenticity and impact. It's not just about what to write—it's about how to say it in a way that's unmistakably you.
Inside, you'll learn:
- The four types of college essays and how to choose the best one for your story
- Brainstorming tools like the Essence Objects and Values Exercise to unlock ideas
- Real student examples with expert commentary
- An 11-point checklist to take your draft from decent to unforgettable
Whether you're starting your first draft or perfecting your final one, College Essay Essentials turns confusion into confidence—and essays into acceptance letters.
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- Publisher
- Sourcebooks
- Author
- Ethan Sawyer
- Format
- Paperback
- Published
- Jul 1, 2016
- ISBN-13
- 9781492635123
- ISBN-10
- 149263512X
- Pages
- 256
- Carton quantity
- 36 copies
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