The college essay examples I analyze in this video demonstrate four qualities of an outstanding personal statement despite using pretty common topics.
I'll also share a bit about why they're so great, and a few lessons you can learn as you write your own college essays.
Timestamps:
00:00 – Intro & Things I'll cover in this video
01:19 – Food Essay Example & Analysis
10:50 – Football Essay Example & Analysis
14:15 – How to Make Your Essay Stand Out
15:10 – Why a Common Topic Needs Uncommon Language & Connections
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