THE KEY TO STANDING OUT WITH YOUR COLLEGE ESSAY REQUIRES A FEW KEY TOOLS:

• Come out of the gates running!
  • Be sure captivate the reader’s attention in the first few sentences, so it makes them want to continue reading.
• Bury the pill in the meatball!
  • Regardless of your topic choice, whether it’s negative or positive, be sure to shine a spotlight on your growth; show them how you’ve learned from your experiences and how it’s helped you in other aspects of your life. Let them know you’re worth their investment.
• Lead by Example!
  • Don’t give esoteric, general information.
  • Use tangible examples to support your message

About Lauren Busch: A publicist by profession, Lauren has been writing and editing newsworthy content for over two decades. In 2020, she launched her essay tutoring business and was tapped by rising seniors across the country to help navigate the college essay writing process. From helping students identify topics that will set them apart to ensuring a captivating opening and impactful word choices, Lauren works closely with her students through every step of the process, resulting in stand out essays that capture the attention of admissions counselors. Lauren’s success rate is unparalleled; nearly every one of her students has been accepted to their first or second choice schools!