The College Essay

College Essay or Personal Statement

When applying to college each student submits a writing sample that allows them to give a glimpse into who they are. This is something that some students start in the summer before senior year, but many students complete this with the assistance of their 12th grade English teacher.

Essay Prompts

Below is the link to the Common App essay prompts. This is a good place to start for ideas for your college essay or personal statement.


Common App Essay Prompt Link