Includes index

Part I. Storytelling: 1. Who cares? -- 2. Ethics, authenticity, and you -- 3. The power of stories. ; Part II. Personal statement: 4. The personal statement -- 5. Approaches to writing--to prompt or not to prompt -- 6. No bad topics, just bad essays -- 7. Finding feedback. ; Part III. The rest of writing: 8. Supplemental writing -- 9. Additional information section -- 10. Other writing in an application -- 11. Letters of recommendation -- 12. Harnessing artificial intelligence -- Conclusion: Is it done?

"This book is a comprehensive guide for students and their families who want to craft compelling essays for college applications that showcase their unique stories and personalities. The book's coauthors have extensive experience as admission officers, counselors, and coaches"-- Provided by publisher