Mark IonescuJun 3, 20213 minHow much pain is required for a great college essay?The good news is, no - pain is not an essential ingredient in college essays. No, we’re not talking about the pain that goes into writing...
Mark IonescuMay 5, 20212 minHow should I write about COVID in my college essay?One of the most common pieces of writing advice, which you may have heard in relation to college essay writing, is to write about what...
Mark IonescuNov 2, 20202 minPlotting your college essay storyIncorporating a hero's journey structure into your essay’s plot can make your story memorable and meaningful.
Mark IonescuSep 29, 20202 minWhat makes a story?We’ve talked previously about the value of telling a story and how stories can influence your audience to attach more value to the...
Mark IonescuSep 2, 20202 minEvery essay needs a storyEvery prospective student desperately wants to convey to their dream college why they are special, and what makes them a uniquely perfect...
Mark IonescuJul 24, 20202 minWhy the college essay is more important than ever Pandemic-related upheaval has disrupted many of the factors that colleges typically use to evaluate prospective applicants.