@momcollege: Must-Haves for a Standout Common App Essay: 1. Start with a hook. Open with something that grabs the reader a line that surprises, intrigues, or make an impact. Remember, admissions officers (and sometimes grad student readers) go through hundreds of essays. You’ve got 10 seconds to make them want to keep reading. 2. Tell a story only you can tell and something not mentioned elsewhere in your application. Share a moment, challenge, or experience that reveals a side of you not found anywhere else in your application. It should show how it shaped who you’re becoming or who you are today. 3. Show, don’t tell. Let your personality, values, and perspective shine through the story not by stating them outright. The more honest and meaningful it feels to you, the more impact it will have on the reader. Don’t be afraid to get deep and show vulnerability. #college #collegeadmissions #commonapp #commonappessay #collegemom

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