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. 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 toward 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.