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Writing a Successful College Application Essay
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Bibliographic Detail
Publisher Barrons Educational Series Inc
Publication date May 1, 2013
Pages 171
Binding Paperback
Edition 5th
Book category Adult Non-Fiction
ISBN-13 9781438001494
ISBN-10 1438001495
Dimensions 0.50 by 6 by 9 in.
Weight 0.40 lbs.
Original list price $13.99
Summaries and Reviews
Amazon.com description: Product Description: A well-written application essay gives students a big advantage in the admission process at many of the nation's best colleges. This book guides prospective college entrants through the do's and don'ts of the essay writing process and offers them three easy steps for success―
  • Step One: Read the book’s sample essays and pay special attention to the critiques that point out their strengths and weaknesses.
  • Step Two: Pick a topic matters to you―one that opens a window to your personality, your passions, and your mind―a topic that tells colleges who you really are.
  • Step Three: Let author George Ehrenhaft guide you through the process of planning your essay, writing a rough draft, and editing it to perfection
    This new edition analyzes both the increasingly popular Common Application essay topics and numerous supplementary essay topics required by many colleges. Included are
    several full-length sample essays from recent applicants, each with a critique that discusses its strengths or indicates missteps. This book offers crucial essay-writing instruction and advice for all college-bound students.

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    5th edition from Barrons Educational Series Inc (May 1, 2013)
    9781438001494 | details & prices | 171 pages | 6.00 × 9.00 × 0.50 in. | 0.40 lbs | List price $13.99
    About: A well-written application essay gives students a big advantage in the admission process at many of the nation's best colleges.
    4th edition from Barrons Educational Series Inc (April 1, 2008)
    9780764136375 | details & prices | 170 pages | 5.75 × 9.00 × 0.50 in. | 0.54 lbs | List price $13.99

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