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50 Successful Ivy League Application Essays
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This guidebook is ideal for high school students applying to competitive universities, their parents, and educators involved in college admissions counselling. It suits applicants seeking proven essay strategies, insider advice, and step-by-step writing workshops aimed at gaining admission to prestigious institutions.
The powerful tools in this invaluable resource equip students with the skills to write successful entrance essays for top-notch universities. The strengths and weaknesses of 50 application compositions from Ivy League schools, as well as Caltech, Duke, MIT, Stanford, and University of Chicago, are analyzed in detail, highlighting techniques to emulate and mistakes to avoid.
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The powerful tools in this invaluable resource equip students with the skills to write successful entrance essays for top-notch universities.
The strengths and weaknesses of 50 application compositions from Ivy League schools, as well as Caltech, Duke, MIT, Stanford, and the University of Chicago, are analysed in detail, highlighting techniques to emulate and mistakes to avoid. College admission officers from some of these schools provide informative strategies and inside information on their writing assessment criteria.
A comprehensive writing workshop provides tips on selecting topics, developing stories, editing drafts, and applying finishing touches. Acknowledging that the written portion of the process is one of the most important factors for admission into highly selective schools, this helpful guidebook offers sage advice and inspiration to keep applicants on the right track.
50 Successful Ivy League Application Essays, by Gen Tanabe and Kelly Tanabe, serves as an essential companion for students aiming to present their best selves through their writing.
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David Miller, Director of College Counseling, Stevenson School, notes the increasing importance of personal statements in distinguishing applicants and recommends the book for its humour, organisation, and practical examples that assure success. Jason Clemmey credits the book for his acceptance to Cornell University despite criticism of his essay topic. College Bound Magazine acknowledges the Tanabes' encouragement to students struggling with their essays.
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ISBN: 9781617601804
Publisher: SuperCollege LLC,US
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 13 June 2023
Country: United States
Imprint: SuperCollege LLC,US
Edition: Sixth Edition
Illustration: Illustrations
Audience: Children
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Width: 152.0mm
Height: 228.0mm
Weight: 250g
Pages: 240
About the Author
Gen Tanabe and Kelly Tanabe are the authors of 14 books including The Ultimate Scholarship Book,1001 Ways to Pay for College and How to Write a Winning Scholarship Essay. They tour the country as speakers on college planning and live in Belmont, California.
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