College essay support during the college application process

College Planning Services college essay support is designed to help you write the best essay possible

Don't tell me the moon is shining; show me the glint of light on broken glass. ~ Anton Chekhov

We will comment on both the content and the form of your essay, taking into account your personality, background and the colleges you will be applying to. If you like, we will brainstorm with you about potential topics. We will help you put your best foot forward.

The college essay, personal statement and short paragraphs are an important part of the college application. By the time you apply, it is one of the only parts of your application that you still have control over. If they are written with care, they can help you stand out from other applicants and present a dynamic, personal and memorable view of you to the admission staff.

Essay Tips
Be yourself. Let your personality shine through.
Don't second guess what admissions officers want to read. You will be wrong.
Start early. Essays written at the last minute usually sound that way.
The first sentence counts. It needs to draw the reader in.
Show the reader who you are and how you think.
Keep the focus narrow. One moment is better than a long story.
Proofread, proofread, proofread - and then proofread out loud.

For more information, telephone College Planning Services, Inc., at 914-747-1760 or email us at essay@collplan.com.