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College App Essays for Engineering and Robotics Programs? Done!

July 18, 2021 Elizabeth Benedict 0

I was an English and creative writing major in college way back in the 20th century, so long ago that engineers were guys — they […]

New/Old Testimonials: How I Coach Personal Statements for College & Medical School Applications

May 25, 2020 Elizabeth Benedict 0

Reading a new testimonial and one sent to me five years ago that I somehow forgot to post (how did that happen?!), I have been […]

You Can’t Write College Application Essays Unless You Know Where You’re Applying: Here’s Help

April 5, 2020 Elizabeth Benedict 0

I don’t need to tell anyone reading this post that this is a spring for high school juniors unlike any other. Instead of being in […]

2020-21 Common Application Essay Prompts ~ Same As Last Year’s!

March 10, 2020 Elizabeth Benedict 0

I’m very happy to report that the Common Application essay prompts for the coming year have not changed from the two previous years. My experience […]

Early decisions from Don’t Sweat the Essay!

January 4, 2020 Elizabeth Benedict 0

The students I worked with this past summer and fall have heard all kinds of good news in the last few weeks. They’ve been accepted […]

Don’t Panic: I Can Help with your College App Essays

November 8, 2019 Elizabeth Benedict 0

You’re in a tight spot. Early Action/Decision deadlines have passed and you’re looking ahead to upcoming deadlines for University of California (November 30), January 1st, […]

Backstage at Amherst Admissions Office

September 26, 2019 Elizabeth Benedict 0

How important is your Common Application essay in the context of your entire application? It matters, for sure, but it’s only one piece of the […]

AI – Artificial Intelligence & Your College Applications & Essays

April 16, 2019 Elizabeth Benedict 0

I never imagined that when I started helping students with their college applications in 2009 that I would encounter so many aspiring engineers and computer […]

College Application Essay Q/A & Info on Martha’s Vineyard

July 18, 2018 Elizabeth Benedict 0

I’m lucky enough to spend a few weeks every summer helping students with college application essays on Martha’s Vineyard. I’ll be giving two free talks […]

4 Standout College Application Essays on Work, Money and Class

May 13, 2017 Elizabeth Benedict 0

For the last few years, the New York Times has asked for contributions of Common Application essays and personal statements already submitted on the subjects of work, […]