I'm applying to college, now what? : a step-by-step guide to writing applications & essays to make your work stand out / Angela Erikson.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Erikson, Angela, author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

College applications--Handbooks, manuals, etc.

College applications.

Universities and colleges--Admission--Handbooks, manuals, etc.

Universities and colleges.

Essay--Authorship--Problems, exercises, etc.

Essay.

College student orientation--United States--Handbooks, manuals, etc.

College student orientation.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (152 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Ocala, Florida : Atlantic Publishing Group, Inc., [2018]

Summary:

Applying to college can be one of the most stressful times in a student's life. With acceptance rates at colleges such as Stanford and Harvard being under 10 percent, students need to know how to craft a winning application. This book breaks the process down into easy-to-manage sections. You will learn how to choose a topic, how to narrow your focus, how to edit and revise, how to choose your tone and structure, how to avoid the common pitfalls, and how to overcome writer's block. In addition, you will learn strategies for getting started, requirements for application, and critical writing tips. This book has sample essays and essay questions, and even examples of the essays specific colleges use. Admissions officers have chimed in with their expertise to provide insider information on how to compose impressive applications and essays for admissions and scholarships. Whether you are a high school freshman seeking a head start or a senior hoping to glean some last minute tips, this book is your go-to guide to getting accepted.

Contents:

Intro

INTRODUCTION

CHAPTER 1

Are You Cut Out For College?

Case Study:

An uncertain student's dilemma

Enough support to make my own college decision

CHAPTER 2

What College Will Best Suit You?

Do You Want To Stay Near Your Hometown Or Go Far Away To College?

From Start to Finish - A Tale of Three Cities

Which Colleges Are Most Appealing To You?

Which Colleges Are In Your Price Range?

Which Colleges Provide Scholarship Opportunities?

Which Colleges Have The Best Programs In Your Field Of Interest?

Which Colleges Provide The Best All-Around Academic And Extracurricular Experiences?

CHAPTER 3

College - Where Do I Even Start?

Three Generations of Student "Success"

Your Grades? They're Important!

Involve Your Parents

Be Honest With Yourself

Beyond GPA

Choosing the Right Classes

School Involvement

Working to the Best of YOUR Ability

What If My Grades Aren't the Best?

CHAPTER 4

About the ACT and SAT (EEK!)

They're Tests - Not the be-all, end-all

What if I Get a Horrible Score?

The First in Line

CHAPTER 5

Did Someone Say, "Options"?

Researching Your Options

The Search Is On

How many schools should I research?

Keep your focus

It's all about the money, money, money

Classes and majors that fit your needs

Extra-curricular activities

Avoid Procrastinating!

At the Crossroads

(Almost) No Writing Required

CHAPTER 6

Selecting Students - A College's "Write"

Colleges are Businesses Investing in Their Students

My Love/Hate Relationship with Writing

Different Colleges, Different Requirements

BUT . . . Relax!

You are still young!

You can still grow!

You can still develop skills!

Case Study:.

An Application to Be Proud Of

CHAPTER 7

What Do They REALLY Want to See in My Essay?

Generally . . .

They Want to Learn About You

I Did Not Really Fret Over My College Admissions Essay

How Important is Writing in the Decision to Accept a Student at a College?

What to Include

A Thesis / Introduction

A Body that Matches Your Introduction in Tone, Style, and Content

A Conclusion to Make an Impact

Tailoring the "U" and Me

CHAPTER 8

How Do You Prepare to Write This Thing?

Avoid Procrastination!

Prepare Yourself - Don't Expect to Just Sit Down and Start Writing

Set Beginning and Ending Dates and Stick with Them

To Outline (or Not to Outline)? . . . That is the Question

DON'T PLAGIARIAZE!

CHAPTER 9

Food For Thought When Writing Your Essay

Be Prepared for a Variety of Questions and Essay Topics

Humor

I Write Even When It's Wrong

Your Environment for Writing

Get Your Materials Ready

CHAPTER 10

Some Possible Essay Thought Starters

Categories

Athletics

Careers

Community

Current Events

Dreams

Entertainment

Families

High School

Historical Events

Hobbies

Lifestyle

Music

Nature

Religion/ Spirituality

Social Issues

Travel

Scenarios

CHAPTER 11

Ready, Set, WRITE! (Phase 1)

Lower Your Expectations

Take Breaks

Use Highlights

Save, Save, Save Your Work!

Finding the Right Words

When You're Ready to Stop

CHAPTER 12

Ready, Set, WRITE! (Phase 2)

Rereading

Revising

Don't Rely on Spell-Check!

Proofreading

Recruit other eyes!

Backwards, sentence by sentence.

Questions to Ask Yourself While Revising:

CHAPTER 13

You've Written It! Now WAIT! And Listen!

Prep the Essay for Sending

Formatting

Make Copies.

You Want it to Arrive in One Piece, Right?

Waiting

Continuing to Hone Your Writing Skills for the Future

APPENDIX I

SOME SCHOLARSHIP WEBSITES

COMMON

MINORITY / RELIGIOUS

SPECIAL GROUPS / AREAS OF INTEREST

GLOSSARY

BIBLIOGRAPHY.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Description based on print version record.

ISBN:

1-62023-196-4

OCLC:

1097974027