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What Are Colleges Looking For? A Deep Dive on Drive

Suzanne

Prompt has spent thousands of hours researching and talking to college admissions offices on what they look for in amazing applicants. What we found transformed our approach and pedagogy. So what do colleges look for? There are five key traits. Here is the fourth: drive.

What Are Colleges Looking For? A Deep Dive on Contribution to Community

Ellyn

Prompt has spent thousands of hours researching and talking to college admissions offices on what they look for in amazing applicants. What we found transformed our approach and pedagogy. So what do colleges look for? There are five key traits. Here is the third: contribution to community.

Brainstorming Writer's Block Away

Cassandra Cloutier

Even the most experienced writers often find starting to be very difficult. Follow these steps to ensure you're brainstorming a way out of writer's block.

What Are Colleges Looking For? A Deep Dive on Intellectual Curiosity

Laila

Prompt has spent thousands of hours researching and talking to college admissions offices on what they look for in amazing applicants. What we found transformed our approach and pedagogy. So what do colleges look for? There are five key traits. Here is the second: intellectual curiosity.

What Are Colleges Looking For? A Deep Dive on Initiative

Emily

Prompt has spent thousands of hours researching and talking to college admissions offices on what they look for in amazing applicants. What we found transformed our approach and pedagogy. So what do colleges look for? There are five key traits. Here is the first: initiative.

Creating Themes Across Your Application: A Holistic Approach To Writing Your College Essays

Michael

Your college application should communicate a clear vision of who you are as an applicant; it should be holistic. How do you accomplish that? Start by reading this article by our experienced Prompt Writing Coach!

The Myth of the Well-Rounded Applicant

Cassandra Cloutier

The myth that colleges seek only well-rounded students leads to millions of rejections every year. Prompt explains how to overcome this myth and be spikey!

These outlines will make your college essays stronger (and save you so much time)

Brad Schiller

Outlining is important to writing college application essays efficiently and compellingly. The two best structures are the Journey and Theme outlines, for which this article gives step-by-step instructions.

Mastering the Art of Brainstorming

Cassandra Cloutier

Here are four of the most popular methods of brainstorming that should help you hone in on your topic and devise your supporting points.

Our Admissions Results 2023-2024

Brad Schiller

Prompt works with more students — and gets better results — than any other college essay coaching company in the world.‍

Purpose of College Essays

Brad Schiller

The purpose of college essays is to prove you'll be successful in college and beyond.

Make the Most of Summer for Better College Applications (for Rising Seniors)

Emily

Summer can be the perfect time for getting started on college applications. Read on to find the best summer activities for college applications.

How to Get the Most out of Your 1-on-1 Brainstorming Call with a Prompt Writing Coach

Suzanne

Congratulations! You have a personal Prompt Writing Coach and you’ve scheduled your first call. So what now? Check out some tips from one of our coaches.

Writing a Killer Recommenders Outline for a Letter of Recommendation

Cassandra Cloutier

Need a letter of recommendation for applying to college? Then, you'll likely need a killer outline to provide to your recommenders for your recommendation letter.

Should you use ChatGPT for your College Essay?

Brad Schiller

Everything you need to know about why ChatGPT isn't the best way to write your college essay. Read on to learn how can you use ChatGPT for your essays.

Get to Know Prompt's Coach Network Directors

Brad Schiller

Prompt has such an amazing team, and we’re highlighting a few of them today. Hear from our coach network directors on their college journeys, why our coaches are the best out there, their favorite essays, and a few college essay tips from the pros.

Get to Know Prompt's Student Success Team

Brad Schiller

Prompt has such an amazing team, and we’re highlighting a few of them today. Hear from our Student Success Team on their college journeys, why they love working with students, and a few tips they’ve picked up to help students stay on track with their college applications.

How Defining Your Personal Brand Makes College Admissions Essays More Powerful (and easier to write!)

Brad Schiller

Learn how to define your personal brand in your college admissions essay and entire application to make it more powerful and easier to write.

Should You Hire a College Admissions Consultant?

Brad Schiller

Should you work with a college admissions consultant? It can be a stressful decision. This guide will help make it easier.

40/60 Essay Rule: Story Time Vs. Introspection

Cassandra Cloutier

Your personal statement is not story time. Your admissions essay should be no more than 40% story. At least 60% should be spent on introspection.

Choosing the Right Recommenders

Cassandra Cloutier

Strong recommendation letters are guaranteed to significantly improve your application. Learn how to chose the best recommender for your letter.

How to assemble your college application “support team"

Brad Schiller

Learn how to turn parents and teachers into fantastic, essay-supporting assets.

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