Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Brennan Barnard writes about the nuances of college admission. The college essay or “personal statement” gets a lot of airtime in ...

Every fall, high school students applying to college face an intimidating task: They must write a stylish, memorable essay that will boost their admissions chances. So who can blame them when they ...

Students today are worried about whether AI use is allowed in college admissions essays, whether schools use AI detectors, and if an application can be rejected over suspected AI content. As AI ...

"Keep in mind that the admissions officer is some dude lying on a couch reading your essay at 10 PM." As high school seniors prepare their college essays, they are often pressured to compose a story ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dr. Legatt explores the intersection of education, AI, and leadership. Across the country, students are turning to AI for help ...

This article is featured in the 2025 Winter Carnival Special Issue. On April 2, 2024, The Dartmouth staff published a book titled “50 Dartmouth Application Essays That Worked: Crafting a Compelling ...

Students dread the application essay. Critics think it’s an exercise in fakery. Here’s why it’s worth preserving — and how to save it. Liza Libes is a writer and college counselor in New York City. It ...

When applying to college, your essay is one of the most important parts of the application process. A well-written essay can set you apart from other applicants, showcasing your personality, ...

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In the high-stakes world of college admissions, there’s one lesson every hopeful applicant should learn early: What you leave out of your personal essay may matter more than what you put in. Many ...