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  Help with Essays

For very detailed assistance, see "Essay Writing" under the "OUR SERVICES" heading.

Tips for Writing College Essays

  • Consider the process (Application, interview, essay)

  • Think about the question and the audience before you write, then answer the question.

  • Use clear, direct language, and keep it concise

  • Plan ahead

  • Proof Read

  • Check for grammar and spelling errors

  • Ask for assistance

    1. Have a teacher, a counselor, your parent, or come to the Futures Program to have your essay proofread.

    2. Be prepared to re-write

What are colleges looking for in an essay?

  • Individual, creative thinking

  • Intellectual curiosity

  • Confidence in self-expression

  • Insight into self

  • Vitality, "lively-mind"

  • Humor

REMEMBER: This is your chance to stand out!



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  Calendar of Events  

 Tuesday, November 18, 2008

Late registration deadline for December 6, 2008 SAT & Subject Tests
Late registration fee - $23 additional


 Saturday, December 06, 2008

SAT & Subject Tests


 Friday, December 26, 2008

Registration deadline for January 24, 2009 SAT & Subject Tests



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