Admission Essay Blog
Hey hey hey! Welcome to the Slay Your Essay blog. Whether you are a student applying to college or a parent/guardian/educator browsing on behalf of a student, we hope you find these college admissions resources helpful. Applying to college is competitive now more than ever. Our mission at Slay Your Essay is to provide quality information to help high school students confidently take the necessary steps towards applying to their dream schools. Our area of expertise is assisting students in crafting an effective college admissions essay.
So wherever you are at on your journey, welcome!
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The Truth about Your Personal Statement: Insights From a Director of Admission
You’ve heard countless teachers, school counselors, and internet articles tell you the same thing. Having a standout personal statement is a game-changer. But does one…
Choosing the Right College: Your Trusty 6-Step Guide
So, you finally made it through the strenuous college application process! Goodbye personal statements, farewell supplemental essays, hasta la vista student activities list. Now for…
Early Decision vs. Early Action: What You Need to Know
Applying to college and feeling confused about whether to apply early decision vs. early action? It’s understandable, and you’re not alone. I mean, couldn’t the…
How to Write a Standout College Essay: An Overview
Getting into college is a significant milestone in every student’s life. One crucial aspect of your college application that can make or break your chances of admission is the personal statement. That’s why it’s so important to know how to write a standout college essay.
Tips for Applying to College: Avoid the Extra Stress
Applications and essays and financial aid, oh my! Follow these 10 tips for applying to college so you can truly enjoy the college application journey. …
Writing a Letter of Continued Interest: A Second Chance
Wondering what you can do if you get waitlisted or deferred from your dream college? Read all about writing a letter of continued interest!
The Recommendation Letter for College Admissions: Do’s and Don’ts
One of the most important parts of your college application is the recommendation letter. This letter is often the only opportunity for admissions officers to…
What Looks Good on a College Application? The Big 4
Many students applying to college don’t stop to think about what schools are actually looking for. They are too caught up in what they are…
How to Help Your Teen with College Applications
If you are the parent or guardian of a high school junior or senior, you may be wondering how you can best help your teen…
Choosing the Best Personal Statement Topic
If you are a current high school junior or senior, you may find yourself agonizing over this question: how on earth do I decide which…
Get Your College Admissions Essay Questions Answered Now
If you are a high school junior or senior (or soon-to-be junior or senior), you likely have a ton of questions about the college admissions…