The personal essay is an essential component of your application. How compelling it is — or isn't — can make or break your acceptance.

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Aja Edmond is a 2012 graduate of Stanford Graduate School of Business, the No. 3 MBA program in the world in 2021. This is the essay she submitted.

Choosing prompts and writing essays can be one of the most difficult parts of the college application process. The essays give students an opportunity to explain their interests and desires. But how ...

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Although the essay portion of the SAT became optional in 2016, many students still chose to write it to demonstrate strong or improved writing skills to prospective colleges. In June 2021, the College ...