College Essay Archives

Supplemental Essays that Ask You to Respond to a Quotation

How to write supplemental essays that ask you to respond to a quotation.

How to Write a Supplemental Essay on Extracurricular Activities

How to write a supplemental essay on extracurricular activity.

How to Write the “Why This College?” Supplemental Essay

How to write the “why this college” supplemental essay.

Common Supplemental Essay Topics

The most common supplemental essay prompts and our advice on how to address them.

How to Stand Out as an Engineering Major

Application tips for engineering majors.

College Application Checklist for International Students

If you’re a student outside the United States hoping to apply to colleges in the US, you might be confused where to start. To help you on your journey, we’ve outlined materials you’ll need, alongside the timeline through which you have to adhere to as you set yourself on this exciting but nervewracking journey.

Tips About Demonstrated Interest in Colleges

How and why demonstrated interest makes a difference in college admissions.

College Spotlight: Discover Southern Schools with SMU & UF Admissions Officers

Expert Admissions hosted a webinar with admissions officers from Southern Methodist University (SMU) and the University of Florida (UF)—both Southern schools that are also very distinct from one another. They answered questions about the schools’ admissions processes, campus cultures, essay expectations, and more.