It has been said that with the growth of social media, the art of writing is in danger of becoming an anachronism. But if that is true, it’s a text message that hasn’t been received by college admissions departments where a well crafted, informative essay submission continues to be a crucial element to obtaining acceptance to the college of one’s choice.
Ironically, for all of its importance, the average college essay must capture and hold the attention of busy admission officers, who will spend on average one or two minutes in assessing its merit. That presents a challenge for students of all calibers, who must show originality with grammatical precision, presenting a personal perspective that acknowledges the world at large, and doing so within the structural limitations imposed by the form. Phew! |