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Ivy writing professor & bestselling author guides applicants to Harvard, Yale, MIT & other top colleges with a unique, innovative & personalized approach "The best decision we made during the college process." "She taught me how to write and think."

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Those University of Chicago Essay Prompts

July 9, 2020 Elizabeth Benedict 0

“Do you feel lucky? Well, do ya, punk?” ~ Eleanor Roosevelt. Mrs.  Roosevelt didn’t really say that, at least in public, but one of this year’s […]

Our Favorite College Application Essay Prompts: University of Chicago 2019-20

June 4, 2019 Elizabeth Benedict 0

Last year, the University of Chicago made a lot of news when it made requiring standardized test scores optional. YES, optional. Keep that in mind […]

New Testimonials – Class of 2023

January 30, 2019 Elizabeth Benedict 0

It is an immense privilege for me to work with students applying to college, high schools, summer programs, and graduate schools. These new testimonials are […]

Can I Rewrite My Common Application Essay after ED Rejection/Deferral?

December 9, 2018 Elizabeth Benedict 0

If you’re a senior in high school applying to college – or live in a household where someone else is – this coming week may […]

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2 Great Resources to Help You Choose Your Colleges

October 16, 2018 Elizabeth Benedict 0

It’s impossible to write your college application essays and supplements if you don’t know where you’re applying. There are so many choices — and so […]

Hidden College App Essays on the Common Application

August 13, 2018 Elizabeth Benedict 0

Beware, college applicants and parents! As you scour the Common Application for required and optional essays before filling out the application, be sure you’re looking […]

Best Ever University of Chicago Application Essay Prompts 2021-22

July 17, 2018 Elizabeth Benedict 0

UPDATE! The 2021-22 U Chicago prompts are out! Click right here to read about them. The following post is from two years ago, but the […]

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U Chicago – Home of Quirkiest College App Essays – Makes Big News

June 14, 2018 Elizabeth Benedict 0

I’ve been checking the University of Chicago’s website for weeks, hoping they’ve posted this coming fall’s new supplemental essay prompts – because UC’s are always […]

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