College Essay

Answer all that apply. When you finish your essay

• you should have a classmate proof it.

• double check it for spelling and grammar mistakes.

• make sure everything makes sense.

• make sure it is double spaced and typed with a professional font.

Choose all that apply. Colleges want essays to

• keep students from entering their school.

• make students do more work.

• help them determine if the student is a good fit for their school.

• to learn more about the student.

Most colleges want the essay to be

• 1 to 1 1/2 pages.

• 1/2 a page.

• 2 pages.

• more than 2 pages.

When writing your essays, you want to consider

• how many trips you've taken.

• what your grade point average is.

• how many classes you've taken.

• what your experiences reveal the most about you.

What are the readers looking for in your essays?

• You can be lazy.

• You are funny and entertaining.

• You are great at partying.

• You can be mature and thoughtful.

When you write your essay, it should

• be written in a general manner that would fit anybody.

• be written as if you were someone else.

• be written in a formal manner.

• be written in a way that only you could tell it.

Your essay should focus on one specific characteristic, talent, identity, or interest.

• True

• False

Incorrectly spelled words and misuse of punctuation affect the way the colleges view you as a person.

• True

• False

What is the primary reason colleges are giving more weight to college essays?

• They are more fun to write.

• They are shorter than test scores.

• They reflect a student's personality and beliefs.

• They are easier to read.

What is the suggested word limit for college essays according to Common App?

• 500 words

• 650 words

• 1000 words

• 800 words