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Two dos and two don'ts of writing college essays
Crafting a standout college application requires a balance of unique storytelling and technical clarity. This guide breaks down essential strategies for success, including the "scissor illustration" for uniqueness and the importance of evoking emotion rather than just stating facts. It also covers critical pitfalls to avoid, such as assuming the reader has background knowledge or cluttering the narrative with irrelevant details that distract from the main message.
Experts say the college essay makeS up to 35% of decisions
Understanding the weight of the college essay is crucial for a successful application. While students spend years on grades and extracurriculars, the essay can represent over one-third of the final admission decision. This breakdown explores the importance of the pre-writing, planning, drafting, and revising stages. Learn why investing significant time into this process is paramount and how the right coaching can help transform an application into a masterpiece.
Getting into Cornell: A team effort
Success in the college application process is rarely a solo achievement. Drawing from personal experience getting into Cornell University, this video explains why high-stakes applications should be treated like a team sport. Learn how family, friends, and professional coaches contribute to a winning strategy, and discover how we support students in selecting schools, highlighting strengths, and refining essays to reach their dream university.
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I’m So Hungry I Could Eat a Horse!
Explore the origins and usage of the common English idiom "I could eat a horse." This video explains the difference between literal and figurative language while sharing personal cultural perspectives on food and a memorable story about a family road trip.
the buck stops here.
Explore the fascinating history and modern usage of common English idioms centered around the theme of money. This lesson breaks down popular expressions like "bet the farm," "the buck stops here," and "get your money's worth." Discover the 16th-century origins of these phrases and learn how to apply them correctly to describe value, responsibility, and confidence in everyday conversation.
hold your horses!
Explore the curious world of equine-themed English idioms. From "horsing around" to getting information "straight from the horse's mouth," this lesson breaks down the historical origins and modern applications of these common phrases. Learn why we tell people to "hold your horses" and why it's important to know when you're "beating a dead horse" in everyday conversation.
Rock Idioms: Positive and Negative Meanings
Discover how the word "rock" can represent both stability and struggle in English speech. This comparison highlights the differences between phrases like "solid as a rock" and being "on the rocks," as well as "rock solid" decisions versus being "between a rock and a hard place." Master these contrasting expressions to improve your conversational English.