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This article was co-authored by Jennifer Kaifesh and by wikiHow staff writer, Hannah Madden . Jennifer Kaifesh is the Founder of Great Expectations College Prep, a tutoring and counseling service based in Southern California. Jennifer has over 15 years of experience managing and facilitating academic tutoring and standardized test prep as it relates to the college application process. She takes a personal approach to her tutoring, and focuses on working with students to find their specific mix of pursuits that they both enjoy and excel at. She is a graduate of Northwestern University. There are 9 references cited in this article, which can be found at the bottom of the page. wikiHow marks an article as reader-approved once it receives enough positive feedback. This article received 50 testimonials and 83% of readers who voted found it helpful, earning it our reader-approved status. This article has been viewed 2,247,554 times.

No matter how old we are, getting good grades is a goal for many of us. Juggling homework, tests, and projects can be tough, but with a little bit of effort and dedication, you can get (and keep) your grades up. Keep reading to learn how you can stay on top of your schoolwork and put your best foot forward during class.

The Best Ways to Get Good Grades

• Write down homework, tests, and due dates in a planner.
• Ask and answer questions in class.
• Write down important concepts during class.
• Study your notes and textbook for 10-20 minutes each day.
• Go to your teacher or classmates for help.
• Take a 15-minute break for every 45 minutes you study.

Get a planner.

• Every day when you get home from school, check your calendar and see what needs to be done before tomorrow, as well as what's on the horizon for the next few days. Check off what you have already done so you don’t get confused.

Participate in class.

• If you’re an auditory learner, try recording the lectures so you can listen to them later on.
• Your teacher will really appreciate it if you participate, especially if you’re one of the only people doing so. And if you get on their good side, they’re more likely to be lenient on you during the grading process.

Take good notes.

• To write notes quickly, try using shorthand instead of full sentences. For instance, if you’re in math class, shorten “geometry” to “geo” and “algebra” into “alg.”
• Understand the 80/20 rule of studying: 80% of the test questions surround 20% of the most important concepts. If you are crammed for time figure out these core concepts by looking at past tests and study these first.

Ask your teacher for help.

• Often things we're told one-on-one stick with us more than things we're just being lectured about.
• If you’re a visual learner, try asking the teacher for handouts or study guides you can use.
• If you’re a hands-on learner, your teacher might have suggestions for you on how you can translate your work into good study material.

Get a tutor if you need to.

• Your school might also have a tutoring center where you can go and get help from different departments.

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Review basic concepts before diving into advanced topics. Identifying the gaps in your knowledge helps you avoid difficulties later on. Take an assessment or get your teacher's advice on where you can improve. Practice targeted exercises to build a strong foundation so you can confidently tackle new lessons.

Make a study schedule.

• Use your common sense when it comes to allotting time to specific classes. For example, Badminton needs a lot less time than the Principles of Celestial Mechanics.

Form a study group.

• This takes the information off the page and makes it fun and memorable. When you have to explain something to a friend, you think about it in a different way that can make it easier to understand.

Use memory tricks for memorization.

• Associations work, too. If you're trying to remember that India used to be a British colony, picture the queen jogging laps around the Taj Mahal. When the test comes, you may not remember what you actually should remember, but you'll remember enough to jog your memory!

Study for 10 to 20 minutes every day instead of cramming.

• Try not to pull all-nighters before a test, either. If you’re tired and groggy, you won’t be able to think clearly and effectively.

Try practice tests.

• There are tons of practice tests for big exams like the SAT or the ACT online.
• If you have trouble finding a practice test, ask your teacher to give you one.

Take 15-minute breaks every 45 minutes.

• Make sure you do something on your break that’s actually relaxing. It will help you feel rested and ready to tackle the rest of your work.

Eat a good, healthy breakfast every day.

• Pick a breakfast that’s both filling and nutritious. Go for oatmeal, toast, bagels, eggs, fresh fruit, yogurt, or granola to fuel your mind and your body.

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• Prioritize your time! Do the most important and urgent things first, and the less important things later. Put away any distractions when you are doing something for school. You can look at it after you are done with your work as a reward!
• Study by teaching the concepts to your friends, family, or even your stuffed animals. This is a great way to solidify your knowledge and show you what you need to focus on. Plus, it can be fun!
• Redo the exercises you practiced in class to help you remember the concepts, methods, and any rules. This is especially helpful in science and math subjects.
• Look up videos online for the subject you're learning about. Videos can help explain the topic and provide you with practice questions.

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21 College Essay Examples (Graded by Former Admissions Officers)

Admissions officer reviewed by Ben Bousquet, M.Ed Former Vanderbilt University

Written by Alex McNeil, MA Admissions Consultant

Key Takeaway

Have you ever wondered what goes through an admissions officer’s mind as they read college essays? It's one of the questions the parents and students we work with ask us the most.

We’ve asked our team of former admissions officers to read through the essays, analyze them, offer editing ideas, and assign them grades.

Let’s jump right into an example to kick things off.

College Essay Example #1: Clair de Lune

In this first example essay, Clair de Lune, we'll watch Alex review the essay in real-time. Let's take a look.

The writer here uses what we call a "sacred practice" format in the Essay Academy , and they do it well. It's easy to see the meaning music holds in the writer's life. Importantly, this isn't an essay about Anna. It's an essay about the writer. More specifically, it's an essay about the writer's journey as a musician—and the ambiguity and imperfection that comes with it. By the end of the essay, the writer has come full circle. Throughout the essay, the writer also uses strong, creative language and a tight narrative pacing. Grade: A!

Before we get into the rest of our examples, let's take a quick detour to go over the role essays play in the admissions process.

How to Use College Essay Examples

Here’s the thing. People in college admissions have lots of different opinions about whether students should read example essays. But we believe that reading example essays is a crucial step in the college essay writing process.

If you don’t know what a college essay looks like, then how should you expect yourself to write one?

So reading examples is important.

However! There’s a caveat. The point of reading college essay examples isn’t to copy them or even to get inspiration from them. It’s to analyze them and apply what you’ve learned to your own college essay.

To help you do that, our team of former admissions officers has taken this super-comprehensive compilation of college essay examples and pointed out exactly what you need to know before you start writing.

Let me break down how this post works:

Categories:

We’ve put together a great variety of college essay examples and sorted them into three categories, including…

• Best college essay examples: these examples are the creme-de-la-creme. They’re written by a small percentage of students who are exceptional writers.
• Good college essay examples: these examples are solid. They do exactly what they need to do on the admissions committee floor. You’re aiming to write a good college essay.
• “Bad” college essay examples: these examples illustrate a few of the most common college essay mistakes we see.

Our former admissions officers have assigned each essay a letter grade to help you understand where it falls on the scale of “bad” college essays to exceptional college essays.

Alongside our categorization and grades, our former admissions officers have also annotated the essays and provided concrete feedback about what works and what could be improved.

The majority of essays you’ll see here are written in response to the Common Application personal statement prompts. We’ve also included a few stellar supplemental essays at the end of the post.

How an Admissions Officer Reads College Essays

All admissions officers are different. And all institutions ask their admissions officers to read in different ways.

But there are a few strategies that shape how the majority of admissions officers read college essays. (If you want a look behind the mysterious admissions curtain, read our post about how admissions offices read tens of thousands of applications every year .)

First, we need to talk about application reading as a whole.

Remember that admissions officers are reading your college essays in the context of your entire application. It’s likely that by the time they get to your essay, they’ve already glanced at your background information, activities , and transcript . They may have even looked at your letters of recommendation or additional information.

Why is this detail important? It matters because your college essays need to be in conversation with the rest of your application. We refer to this strategy as adopting a “ cohesive application narrative .” Your unique personal brand—who you are, what you’re good at, what you value—should emerge across all of your application materials.

To summarize: your college essays don’t exist in a vacuum. Your admissions officers learn about who you are from your entire application, and your college essays are the place where you get to tell them exactly what you want them to know. You should write them in a way that creates balance among the other parts of your application.

So once your admissions officers get to your college essays, what are they looking for?

They’re looking for several things. Each of your essays doesn’t have to address all of these points, but they are a great place to start:

• Personal narrative that explains who you are and where you come from
• Details about specific activities, accomplishments, or inclinations
• Personality traits that make you who you are
• Lessons you’ve learned throughout your life
• Values that you hold dear
• Information about how you interact with the world around you
• Highlights about what makes you special, strong, interesting, or unique

What do all of these points have in common? They revolve around your core strengths . We’ve written more extensively about core strengths in our college essay writing guide . But for now, just know this: your college essays should tell admissions officers something positive about yourself. They want to know who you are, what motivates you, and why you would be an active contributor to their campus.

As we go through the following example essays, remember: college essays are read alongside the rest of your application, and college admissions officers read your essays to learn about your core strengths. That's why our work with students focuses on creating a clear, cohesive narrative across the personal statement and supplemental essays, as you'll see in this post.

Okay, let’s get to it. Ready? Buckle up.

The Best College Essay Examples

As an admissions officer, every so often you come across an essay that blows you away. It stops you in your tracks, makes you laugh or cry, or resonates deeply with you. When exceptional essays come through your application bin, you’re reminded what an honor it is to get these fleeting glimpses into incredible students’ lives.

As an applicant, you may be wondering how to write this kind of exceptional college essay. Unfortunately, there’s no simple formula. You can’t “hack” your way into it. You have to write vulnerable, authentically, and beautifully—which is much easier said than done. We have a whole guide on how to write a personal statement that stands out, so we recommend that you start there.

For now, let’s take a look at some of our favorites.

College Essay Example #2: The Gospel of Steve

The first college essay we'll look at got an A+ grade and is about the writer's experience with depression and... Steve Irwin. It's a common application essay. Check it out:

" In sophomore year, I struggled with depression((While this is a fantastic essay, this hook could definitely be stronger.)) . I felt like I was constantly battling against the darkness that seemed to be closing in on me. Until, that is, I found solace in the teachings of Steve Irwin.((This unusual last sentence drew me in when I read this for the first time.))

When I first discovered Steve Irwin and his show "The Crocodile Hunter," I was captivated by his passion for wildlife. He was fearless, jumping into danger without hesitation to save an animal in need. But it was more than just his bravery that inspired me; it was his infectious energy and love for life. Watching him on TV, I couldn't help but feel a little bit better about my own struggles.((This explicit reflection does a fantastic job connecting the writer’s experiences to this Steve Irwin reference.))

But it wasn't until I read his biography that I truly felt the impact Steve had on my life. In the book, he talked openly about his own struggles with depression. He talked about the dark moments in his life, when he felt like he was drowning in despair. But he also talked about how he fought back against the darkness, how he refused to let it consume him, and how he turned his depression into a career that allowed him to follow his biggest passions.

Reading Steve's words, I felt like he was speaking directly to me.((Another beautiful transition)) I wasn't alone in my struggles if someone as brave and fearless as Steve had faced similar challenges. And that gave me the courage to keep going. I started visiting a therapist, exercising regularly, and practicing mindfulness meditation. Day by day, I lifted myself out of my depression–all with a healthy dose of “Crocodile Hunter” each evening after I finished my homework((The writer does a great job focusing on action steps here.)) .

One of the things that I admired most about Steve was his ability to find joy and laughter in the most unlikely places. He was always cracking jokes, even in the face of danger. He taught me that laughter and humor can be a powerful tool in the fight against depression. I went looking for the humor in my own struggles. I started learning about how stand-up comedy works, and wrote my own five-minute skit finding the humor and silver lining((The writer expands their connection to Steve Irwin even more through this comedy thread.)) in my depression. I wasn’t a great comic, let me tell you. But being able to channel my experience into something positive—something that helped others laugh—was extremely gratifying to me.

Depression((The reflection in this paragraph is exactly what writers need to tie all the information together before reaching the conclusion.)) is a bizarre thing. One day, you’re besieged by it from every side and it looks like there’s no way out. Then, two months later, if you’re diligent, you look around the world and wonder what you ever had to be upset about. You find goodness and light in the things around you—your friends, your family, your habits, and your hobbies. These forces act as buttresses to keep you standing up and moving forward.

As silly as it may sound, I credit Steve Irwin with that first buttress. His experience and outlook on life gave me the push I needed to cultivate bravery and resilience in the face of my struggle with mental health. My eternal goal is now to practice the gospel of Steve—to always pass along humor, passion, and encouragement to others, especially to those who seem down and out. Thank you, Steve."

Word Count: 525

Admissions Officer Notes on The Gospel of Steve

This essay captured my attention because of its unique pairing of a tough subject—depression—with a light-hearted and endearing topic—Steve Irwin.

The writer doesn’t dwell in the experience of depression but instead finds hope and light by focusing on how their favorite TV star changed their perspective. Why this essay stands out:

• Great organization and sign-posting . The essay clearly progresses through each part of the writer’s journey. The first sentence of each paragraph signals to the reader what that paragraph will be about.
• Focus on action steps. It’s very apparent that this writer is a do-er. The focus of the essay is on the way they emerged from their depression, not on the depression itself.
• Meaningful reflection. Especially in the second-to-last paragraph and conclusion, the writer beautifully reflects on what depression and hope mean to them.
• Core strengths. From this essay alone, I gather that the writer is a sage archetype . They clearly show their wisdom and ability to persist through challenges.

Most importantly, they’ve written the essay around communicating their core strengths.

College Essay Example #3: The Embroidery Scientist

This essay is about a writer's Etsy store and the connection she draws between fashion and science.

I stretch the thin fabric over my hoop and pull it tight, wedging the nested rings between my legs to secure them shut with my other hand((This hook is compelling. It makes us ask, “What in the world is the writer doing?” We are compelled to read on to find out.)) .

Next I get out the thread. Each color is wound tightly around a paper spool and stored in a container whose original purpose was to store fishing tackle.

I look at the pre-printed design on the fabric and decide what colors to select. Orange, red, pink, yellow–this design will be as bright and happy as I can make it.

Embroidery is where the STEM and creative parts of my identity converge((Here we get a clear, explicit statement of the writer’s main point. This isn’t always necessary, but it can help your reader navigate your essay more easily if you have a lot going on.)) . My STEM side is calculated. She meticulously plans the designs, mocks them up in photoshop, and painstakingly transfers them onto the fabric. She organizes each thread color by its place in ROYGBIV and cuts every piece to an identical length of 18”. Her favorite stitch is the French Knot, with its methodical “one, two” wrap sequence. For her, art is about precision.

My creative side, on the other hand, is messy. She throws thread scraps on the floor without hesitation, and she haphazardly adds design elements in pen. She does a Lazy Daisy stitch very lazily while adding an indescribable flourish to a simple backstitch. Her methods are indeed madness: she’ll border a design with glitter glue, hang a finished project upside down, or stitch a big red X over a perfectly good embroidery. For her, art is about meaning.

While these two sides of myself may seem at odds((Seamless transition to talking about Etsy accomplishment)) , they actually complement each other perfectly. At least, that’s what 3,000 of my Etsy customers think. From three-inch hoops to massive wall hangings, my Etsy shop is a compilation of the best embroidery I’ve ever done. My precision and meaning have earned me hundreds of five-star reviews from customers whose lives I’ve impacted with my art. And none of that art would have been possible without STEM me and creative me.

My STEM and creative side complement each other in more than my embroidery life too. What began as a creative side hustle has actually made me a better scientist((Another good transition to discussing passion and talent for science)) .

Before I started embroidering, I approached the lab bench with an eye like a ruler. Poured a millimeter too much liquid? Better get a pipette. Went a degree over boiling? Time to start over. My lab reports demonstrated my knowledge, skill, and care, but they didn’t show any innovation or ingenuity. My precision led me to be a good scientist but not an exceptional one.

I realized that to be exceptional, I needed to think like a real scientist. While scientists are careful and precise, they are also interrogators. They constantly question the world around them, identifying previously unseen problems and finding creative solutions. To become the scientist I wanted to be, I needed to allow myself to be more creative((This is a good example of what reflection throughout the essay should look like.)) .

When I had this realization, I had just begun my embroidery business. I didn’t understand that my creativity could also be so useful in the lab. I set out on a new path to use more creativity in the pursuit of science.

To inspire myself, I brought an embroidery project to the lab. On it, I stitched a compound microscope and a quote from one of my favorite scientists, Marie Curie. It reads, “ I am among those who think that science has great beauty.”

In the lab now, I’m not afraid to take risks and try new things((Here we see clear personal growth.)) . When I boil my mixture too long, I still start over. But occasionally, when my teacher permits, I do a second experiment on the rejected liquid just to see what will happen. Sometimes nothing happens. Sometimes it results in utter failure. But other times, my mistakes create blue, green, and purple mixtures, mixtures that bubble and burst and fizz. All of these experiments are stitches in my quest to become a cancer researcher. They are messy, but they are beautiful((The conclusion ties beautifully back to the beginning, and we also learn what the writer is interested in pursuing in the future.)) .

Admissions Officer Notes on "Embroidery Scientist"

This writer has done an excellent job talking about two very different aspects of their identity. What I love about this essay is that the structure of the essay itself shows the writer’s creativity and precision. The essay is well-organized and precise, but the writing has a unique and creative flair. It demonstrates the writer’s point exactly. I also appreciate how the writer doesn’t just talk about these parts of their identity. They explicitly connect their creativity and precision to their future goals as a scientist.

Why this essay stands out:

• Creative approach: The writer doesn’t just say, “I have two identities: creative and logical.” Instead, they illustrate that point through the wonderful example of embroidery. Connecting embroidery with science also shows this creativity.
• Attention-grabbing hook : The introductory paragraphs place readers immediately into the essay. We’re drawn in because we’re curious what the writer is doing and how it will evolve into a more meaningful message.
• Connection between personal and academic interests: The writer makes it clear why this story matters for their life in college. The creative and precise personalities aren’t inconsequential—they have a real effect on who this person wants to be.
• Forward-looking conclusion: The writer ends by subtly telling admissions officers what they’re interested in doing during and after college.

College Essay Example #4: Poetry Slam

When I first met Simon, he was neither speaking nor singing. He was doing something in between(( This hook is a good “statement” hook that raises more questions than it answers.)) . With words that flowed together like an ancient tributary, he spoke music. His hands grasping a microphone, he swayed slowly from side to side. He was a poet. But unlike that of Yeats or Dickenson, Simon’s poetry wasn’t meant to be read on a page—it was meant to be experienced like an aural work of art. And I had never experienced anything more beautiful. Disheartened, I realized that my words would never sound like Simon’s(( These two sentences are essential because otherwise the introduction would be all about Simon, not the writer.)) .

I sat in my on-deck seat. Forgetting that I was up next, I admired his craft. The crescendos and decrescendos that mirrored his pacing, the quick staccatos that punctuated each stanza, the rhymes so subtle they almost disappeared—every second of his spoken word pulled me further from reality. I listened to his words like a devout in church(( This is good sentence pacing. A long, winding sentence is followed by a short one that keeps our attention and propels us forward.)) . Closing my eyes, I joined my hands together to count the syllables. From the outside, it probably looked like I was praying. And maybe I was. When Simon’s poem ended, the audience, though betrayed by the silence, erupted into applause.

It was my turn. I had spent an entire year perfecting my poem. My sister had grown accustomed to kicking me under the dinner table when someone asked me a question. She knew that my mind was in my beloved poetry notebook, mentally analyzing my latest draft. I’ve never been one for living in the moment. My report cards usually feature comments like, “She’s a good student but has trouble paying attention.” I’m always the first one out in dodgeball because my mind is completely absent from the school gym. But what seems like inattention to my teachers is actually a kind of profound focus(( This reflection widens the essay’s scope and reveals more about who the writer is as a person.)) .

When writing slam poetry, I become completely consumed. I like to start with the words. The rhythm and intonation come with time. For me, it’s about translating a feeling into language. It’s no easy task, but it feels like an obligation. Once the words come into being, they’re like a twister in my mind(( Good (and sparing) use of figurative language.)) . They spin and spin, destroying every other thought in their path. I can’t focus on anything else because, in the aftermath of a twister, nothing else exists.

And there on the stage, nothing else existed besides me and my poem. I spoke it into existence. Like Simon, I wrapped my hands around the microphone, willing my poem to be heard. The twister exited my mind and entered the world.

A few weeks ago(( Excellent signposting)) , I watched the recording of my first poetry slam, that slam two years ago when I saw Simon perform for the first time. I saw myself climb on stage from the dark abyss of the audience. I looked small, all alone on that big stage. My voice shook as I began. But soon, my poem rendered the stage smaller and smaller. I filled the darkness with words.

As I watched myself on my computer, I thought about how I felt that day, awe-struck in the audience by Simon’s work. I felt like I’d never be able to sound like him. And I was right. My poem didn’t sound like Simon’s, and none of my poems ever would. But in this moment, I realized that they were just as beautiful. My words sounded like me(( Beautiful conclusion that really drives home just how much this person has grown. They don’t need to sound like Simon. They need to sound like themself.)) .

Word Count: 552

Admissions Officer Notes on Poetry Slam

We would call this essay a “sacred practice” essay. It’s clear that slam poetry is deeply meaningful to the writer. They even call it “an obligation.” It’s a beautiful essay that also reflects the writer’s interest in poetry. They have some nice figurative language that adds interest to the story—it’s almost like the essay is in some ways a poem itself. And the story is a good one: it demonstrates the writer’s fears, strengths, and growth.

• Deeply meaningful: We say it all the time because it’s true: college essays should be vulnerable and deeply meaningful. This essay oozes meaning. The writer even connects their love of slam poetry to who they are as a person.
• Good organization and signposting: The narrative in this essay is a little complicated as the writer switches between the slam poetry event, reflection on past events, and reflection during current day. But because each paragraph is about a single topic, and because they use very clear topic sentences and transitions, it’s easy to follow the narrative thread.
• Theme: The main theme in this essay is that the writer found their own voice through slam poetry. They had to experience growth to come to this realization. The very last sentence of the essay wonderfully ties back to the introduction and wraps up the entire essay.

College Essay Example #5: The Muscle Show

My parents are the scrapbooking type(( I’m intrigued by this hook! It makes me ask, “Where is this essay going?”)) . The crafty, crazy-cut scissors and construction paper, okay-everyone-make-a-silly-face-for-this-picture type.

Every summer, my entire family rents a small house in Wildwood, New Jersey for a week to catch up and enjoy the beach and good company. My favorite part is spending time with my cousin Steven, who is one year older than me. To us, there is nothing better than two pockets full of quarters, strolling down the boardwalk headed to an arcade, licking an ice cream cone, and laughing at all the novelty t-shirts for sale(( This sentence beautifully gives us a sense of place. It evokes a sense of nostalgia, too.)) .

We have a “down the shore” scrapbook proudly displayed on our coffee table that holds memories from each of our family vacations. The scrapbook(( Ah-ha. A quick answer to our scrapbooking question.)) is such a fixture in our house that it blends in with its surroundings and I fully forgot it existed until this past March. I happened to pick it up and look at pictures from the first year we went. I was four, Steven was five, and there we were, shirtless in the living room, proudly displaying our kid “muscles” in front of a handmade sign that said “WELCOME 2 THE MUSLE SHOW”.

I cried when I saw it.

No, not because we spelled muscle wrong. The four-year-old in that picture had such a small and fragile frame. I was the kind of child who almost looked like they had six-pack abs because they are so slim. There was so much naivety in that picture that no longer exists(( With this sentence, our writer begins to embark on their journey.)) .

I started gaining weight–a lot of weight–around the fifth grade. My parents are wonderful role models in the way they treat others, but they aren’t exactly paragons of healthy eating. Looking through the scrapbook, none of the adults in my family were particularly healthy. I distinctly remember my dad saying to me sometime in elementary school, “what do these people go to the gym for, anyway? What are you going to do with all those muscles?” I spent elementary and middle school on a steady diet of McDonald’s, Doritos, and video games.

I hit 200 pounds at age 14. One day in my least favorite class, PE, we had to do a push-up competition. Not only could I not do one, I was out of breath just getting up and down from the floor. Something had to change(( And here is our inciting incident in this narrative arc)) .

I turned to one thing I was good at to figure out a solution: reading. I read books like “Why We Get Fat” by Gary Taubes and started to learn the science behind calories, carbs, insulin, and soon, exercise. Even though neither of my parents had ever been inside a gym, I convinced them to buy me some training sessions and a membership that Christmas.

It’s remarkable what happens when you suddenly stop consuming fried chicken and soda, go for a daily 20-minute power walk, and exercise a few times a week. Progress in losing weight actually came sooner than I expected. By sophomore year, I was lifting weights four times a week after school and felt more comfortable in the gym than anywhere else.

I also noticed my attitude towards schoolwork was changing(( This is a good transition to widen the scope of the essay and talk about the broader implications of this journey on the writer’s life.)) . I felt like I had control in my life for the first time. I had spent countless hours trying to “level up” fake characters in video games (OK, I still do that…). But leveling up myself–my own body and mind–was life changing. So much in life is out of our control, but realizing that, at least to an extent, my own health is within my control brought a new sense of purpose, responsibility, and pride.

Today, I’m at a healthy weight, my grades have improved, and I have even taken several of my friends to the gym for their first time. I look forward to continuing my healthy trend in college and beyond.

I’ll see Steven again at this summer’s beach trip. We have decided to recreate the “musle show” picture–this time with better spelling and in better health(( This short conclusion wraps everything up and has a great callback to the beginning of the essay.)) .

Admissions Officer Notes on The Muscle Show

What I like about this essay is how it weaves together multiple parts of this writer’s life. We get their family background, their sense of self, and their values, interests, and goals. The writer takes us on a journey with them. We see their determination in finding solutions to the problems they’re facing, and we also clearly see their personality and voice.

• Upward-trending growth structure : This writer nails this essay structure. We clearly see that they begin at a “point A” where things aren’t so great, and they steadily make their way to “point B.” By the end, we truly get a sense of how they’ve grown through the journey.
• Connections: This essay isn’t just about the writer’s health journey. It’s also about their “sense of purpose, responsibility, and pride.” Their changes expanded to even more parts of their life, and we can see that they are a person who takes initiative and gets creative with solutions.
• Conclusion: I especially love the way this conclusion brings everything full-circle. The “musle show” reference at the end ties the journey nicely together with a bow and ends with a sense of forward movement.

College Essay Example #6: The Stop Sign

While some high schoolers get in trouble for skipping class, I get in trouble for arguing with my local government officials on Twitter. But when lives are at stake, I can take the heat(( Very catchy, humorous, and personality-filled hook)) .

I live at the intersection of 33rd and Spruce. The intersection itself sits between a large bend and a bundle of white oak trees—a recipe for obstructed views. Drivers careen around the corner, Indy 500-style, and are abruptly met with oncoming traffic. Neither can see the other through the oaks. What is otherwise a beautiful intersection makes for awfully dangerous driving conditions.

Living by this intersection my whole life, I’ve heard countless crashes and collisions. The screeching tires and cacophony of crushing car parts is seared in my mind. As neighbors, we are often the first on the scene. Cell phone in hand, I’ve run out to help several motorists who didn’t know what was coming. After the most recent crash, where a car flipped into the ditch, I knew that something had to change(( The writer has set the scene with a vivid description, and these sentences draw our attention to what’s at stake. They need a stop sign, and it’s clear that the writer is on a mission to get one.)) . We needed a stop sign.

I began with a google search, which led me to my local Stop Sign Request Form. According to the form, a government official would reach out to me. If they deemed it appropriate, we’d work together to assess whether the intersection qualified for a stop sign.

Their response took months. While I waited, I began collecting evidence on my own(( The writer’s initiative shines through.)) . After noticing that the security camera on my house pointed toward the intersection, I decided to put the skills I’d been developing in AP Computer Science to work. I wrote a simple code that tabulated the number of cars that passed through the intersection each day(( Here we see the technical skills the writer is developing.)) . Briefly reviewing the footage each night also helped me determine how many cars were likely going over the posted speed limit of forty miles per hour. Alongside these statistics, I went back into our cloud history to find footage of the crashes that had occurred.

When I finally heard back from the city, I was ready to make my case. My confidence deflated as soon as I opened the email(( Oh no! There’s a roadblock. Things aren’t progressing as the writer hoped.)) : Thank you for filling out a Stop Sign Request Form , the email read. At this time, we do not have reason to believe that the intersection of 33rd Street and Spruce Street meets the criteria for a two-way stop sign. The city had disagreed with my recommendation and denied my request.

I took a moment to collect myself. How could the city not care about the safety of its citizens? Were human lives not worth looking into a simple stop sign? I took to Twitter, posting statistics from my research, photos of the obstructed view, and a security camera compilation of cars speeding by. I tagged my local representatives, and I asked for help(( But the writer doesn’t focus on the problem. They continue to focus on their action steps and solutions. That’s exactly how you talk about a personal challenge in a college essay.)) .

While not all of them were receptive to my post, one particularly helpful representative connected me with my city’s City Engineer. The representative instructed me to send the City Engineer all of the evidence I had collected along with another copy of my Stop Sign Request Form.

The engineer was impressed with the code I wrote and the tracking system I’d put together, and she agreed to meet me at my house to do an inspection of the intersection. I accompanied her on the inspection so I could watch what she did. After working so hard to advocate for my community, it felt good to have my opinions heard.

In the end, I got my stop sign(( The writer emphasizes that it wasn’t just about winning the stop sign debate. It was about the community impact. And what do admissions officers want to see? Yep, community impact.)) . Drivers still occasionally speed, but I was astounded by the outpouring of thanks I received after my neighborhood was alerted of the change. My foray into local government was an eventful but rewarding one. And even though I’ve secured my stop sign, I’ll still be doing stop sign research this summer— this time as an intern at the City Engineer’s office(( And the writer pops in this awesome opportunity they’ve earned as a result. As an AO, I would see that they are continuing to prepare for college as their high school career is coming to a close.)) .

Word Count: 641

Admissions Officer Notes on The Stop Sign

This essay combines a story of personal strengths with an impactful accomplishment. It’s not necessary to write about one of your accomplishments in your college essays, but if that’s the route you want to go down, then this approach is a good one. Notice how it focuses on concrete action steps, emphasizes the skills the writer learned and used, and highlights how their actions impacted their community. A stop sign may seem small in the grand scheme of things, but the writer shows just how important this effort was.

• Community impact: The accomplishment this writer chose to write about is an impressive one. Admissions officers are always looking at how applicants interact with their communities , so this story showcases the writer’s willingness to help and engage with those around them.
• Strengths: Above all, we see that the writer is solutions-oriented. They are a “founder” or “builder” archetype and aren’t afraid to tackle hard problems. The writer also explicitly shows how they solved the problem using impressive skills.
• Narrative momentum : This essay is easy to read because we’re always wondering what’s going to happen next. The hook is very catchy, the ups and downs of the writer’s struggle to solve this problem are clear, and the conclusion points to the overall significance of the story and looks toward its future impact.

College Essay Example #7: Fran’s Flower Farm

Surrounded(( The hook is interesting and vivid.)) by carnations, dahlias, and marigolds, I laid down on the hard dirt, sweating from the midday sun. While my garden was a labor of love, it was still a labor. I’d spent months during the beginning of the pandemic researching how to set up beds correctly, choose seeds and fertilizers, and run a small business(( We get plopped right into the story without wasting any time.)) . A year later, this summer would be the second harvest of Fran’s Flower Farm.

As I prepared the yield for my small table at that week’s farmers market, I reflected on how far I had come(( This transitional phrase is a quick and convenient way to incorporate reflection.)) . Prior to the pandemic, I had never even dug in the dirt. I didn’t know anything about seed germination or nitrogen levels. I had my own Instagram, but I had never had to market anything or think about overhead costs. I was a total and complete newb.

But my life, like everyone’s, changed in spring of 2020. Lockdown rendered me depressed and hopeless until one day when my mom ordered me a bouquet of flowers along with our grocery delivery. The bouquet was a simple grocery store arrangement of sunflowers. A few petals were wilting at the ends, and the stems were smashed from the flour that had been in the same plastic bag. But they were perfect. Such a small and thoughtful gesture, that bouquet inspired me to get to work(( Nice—here we learn about the “inciting incident” that compelled the writer to get started on their flower farm.)) .

Lucky enough to have space for flower beds, I mapped out four different six-foot beds in my backyard. Garden tools stolen from my mom and borrowed from socially-distanced neighbors in hand, I added compost, arranged my seeds, watered, and mulched. I laid protective plastic over my beds, tucking them in like a child, and wrapped the garden in decade-old chickenwire I found in our barn. My garden was imperfect–compost trailed between beds, my hose wrapped around my shovel in a heap on the ground, and the chickenwire was dented and rusty. But it was all mine, and it was alive(( I like this paragraph because we really see the writer’s personality. They are determined, innovative, and grateful.)) .

As the pandemic waged on, I tended to my flowers. Each morning, I’d peek under the plastic to see how they had fared throughout the night. They gave me routine and purpose when the days seemed droning and neverending. The longer I kept them alive, the more their sprouts brought me life, too(( This is a very nice and poetic point.)) . In a world that seemed to come to a halt, my flowers showed me that growth wasn’t just possible–it was happening right in front of me.

The business side came soon after(( The transition here could be a touch smoother.)) . Later that summer, once my first crop had bloomed, I set up a roadside stand outside of my house. At that point, I had to put my flower buckets across the driveway from my stand to keep everyone safe. But my flowers brightened the days of hundreds of passing motorists. With growing confidence, I secured a spot at the farmer’s market by July, my business boomed(( I’d like to see some specific details here about how well the business was doing.)) . Returning all profits to my garden, I’ve expanded my operations to include two more flower beds this year.

I’m proud of how far my gardening and business skills have come, but what has been most fulfilling about Fran’s Flower Farm have been the connections I’ve made. The pandemic was difficult for everyone, but it was especially difficult for healthcare workers. As the child of a healthcare worker myself, these challenges have been close to home. Knowing how greatly that bouquet of sunflowers affected me, I make sure to donate flowers(( And this sweet gesture shows another one of the writer’s strengths.)) to my local hospital in thanks every week.

Three years ago, I would never have guessed that I’d own my own flower farm. It’s brought me so many joys, challenges, and friends. I know I won’t be able to bring my flower farm with me to college. But the heart of the farm is more than the flowers(( Here, the writer wraps up the main theme of the essay and makes sure the reader really understands the point.)) . It’s about me learning and using my skills to help others. Wherever I’m planted, I know that I will bloom(( This phrasing is cliche. The writer could re-write the idea in their own words.)) .

Word Count: 643

AO Notes on Fran’s Flower Farm Grade: A

I don’t know about you, but I’d love to buy a bouquet of flowers from this student! While the ending is a bit cliche, we really see how far this student has come in their journey as a farmer and a business person. We also see the magnitude of their impact. They not only grew a successful small business, but they also gave back to the healthcare workers in their community. The student is definitely one I could see thriving in a campus community.

• Topic and accomplishments : Like The Stop Sign, this essay conveys an impressive accomplishment. But the essay isn’t bragging about it or overstating its significance. It works well because the writer tells a genuine story about a passion they developed.
• Variety: The writer also manages to show us two distinct strengths in one essay. We see their strength as a DIY farmer and as a business person. They are clearly a founder archetype.
• Organization and style: The essay opens with a beautiful description, and we get a lot of good language throughout. The writer is able to go through a fairly complicated timeline in a concise and digestible way.

Good College Essay Examples

Not every student can write an exceptional college essay. And that’s okay. Sometimes it’s not one of your priorities or in your particular skill set.

Thankfully, college essays don’t have to be exceptional to earn admission. They can simply be good. You can still write a solid college essay that does everything you need it to do.

So what’s the difference between the best college essays and good college essays? Usually it’s writing style. Some writers have a gift for writing or have spent years practicing their craft, and those are usually the writers who produce essays that make admissions officers gasp.

But admissions officers recognize good, solid writing and storytelling, too.

So writing a good college essay should always be your main goal. Focus on the basics first before trying to level up to an exceptional essay.

College Essay Example #8: My Emotional Support Water Bottle

I had a stuffed animal named Elephant when I was a child(( This hook makes a statement that compels me to read on so I can figure out what they’re referring to.)) . I’ve long since outgrown Elephant, but now I have a new object that I keep around for comfort: my emotional support water bottle. A gray thirty-two-ounce wide-mouth Hydroflask, my emotional support water bottle accompanies me everywhere.

The water bottle was a gift last Christmas after I begged my mom for one. The brand had become extremely popular at my school, and I wanted in on the trend. When I opened the package that Christmas morning, I was elated. I felt an immediate attachment, and I was proud that I could finally fit in with the other kids at my school(( Here we learn about the connection between the waterbottle and the writer’s values)) .

I had always felt like an outsider(( In this paragraph, the writer zooms the focus out to their life in general. We need this reflection to understand why the topic matters so much to the writer.)) . Other students seemed to fit together like puzzle pieces. But as much as I tried, I couldn’t find a picture that matched my piece. I envied the tight-knit friendships I saw among my peers.

As soon as I unwrapped my water bottle, I decided that I needed stickers to match. The kids at my school always had stickers on theirs. I found the perfect pack. It had animated depictions of every famous literary character imaginable. Jane Austen characters, Jay Gatsby, Sherlock Holmes, Guy Montag, Jane Eyre, and more. I couldn’t believe my luck.

No matter how disconnected I felt from my classmates, I could always find a community on my bookshelf(( The writer introduces another topic, literature, that tells us more about who they are.)) . I sat in the courtroom with Atticus Finch, walked through the streets of Saint Petersburg with Raskolnikov, and watched the revolution unfold alongside Satrapi. My literary friends kept me optimistic through difficult times, and I was glad to see them every day on my beloved Hydroflask.

After winter break ended, I couldn’t wait to debut my new accessory. I placed it atop my desk in each class, angling my favorite stickers outward in hopes of connection. I was profoundly comforted by its presence—I could always take a sip of water when I felt thirsty or uncomfortable, and its stickers promised to draw people in.

To my dismay(( This paragraph serves an important plot function. We see that everything, in fact, did not work out perfectly. By highlighting this challenge, we really get a sense of the writer’s problem-solving and resilience.)) , weeks went by, and no one noticed my Hydroflask or stickers. The school was filled with dozens more Hydroflasks after the holidays, so mine didn’t seem so special. What had once filled me with so much hope and support transformed into a reminder of an unfulfilled promise of friendship.

I coped with the disappointment by re-reading one of my childhood favorites, Le Petit Prince . Near the end, when the little prince returns to water his flower, I had a realization. I couldn’t wait around for people to come to me(( Ding, ding, ding! Here we have it. The main lesson the writer has learned. What’s great, too, is that they’ve stated it so clearly.)) . I had to bring the water to them.

The next day at school, I held my Hydroflask close and gathered all my courage. I headed into the lunch room and spotted Jordan, one of the people I’d chatted with in class. She was sitting alone at a table, reading a book I couldn’t identify. I asked if I could join her. Nodding, she told me about her book, White Teeth . When I placed my Hydroflask on the lunch table, she noticed my stickers(( This sentence is crucial because it ties all these threads together: the waterbottle, stickers, literature, and friendship/fitting in.)) . Together, we went through every sticker and talked about the character’s book.

Jordan and I spent the next day’s lunch exchanging laughter and book recommendations. She had a water bottle of her own, too. It was a classic Nalgene without a single sticker. As our friendship grew stronger, I brought Jordan the last sticker from my collection(( With this small gesture, we see a) the writer’s kindness and b) the writer’s personal growth.)) , a rainbow bookmark that read, “BOOKWORM.”

I’ve always looked to the world around me for comfort instead of finding courage within myself. Elephant still sits on my shelf, I continue to be an avid reader, and I always carry my Hydroflask around for hydration. But this learning process has taught me the importance of having confidence and finding the ability to reach out to others. I can’t wait to carry this skill with me to college— after I get some more stickers(( The conclusion ties all these threads together beautifully, and this final statement adds some spunk and forward movement.)) .

Word Count: 648

Admissions Officer Notes on My Emotional Support Waterbottle

Ah, the emotional support water bottle. We’ve all had one! This writer does a wonderful job connecting an otherwise simple object to a larger story about an important part of their life. We also learn a lot about the student, their background, their goals, and their interests from this essay. I especially like how the essay shows the writer’s academic passion (literature) without being an explicitly academic-focused essay.

What makes this essay good:

• Storytelling: With their love of reading, it’s no wonder this writer is a good storyteller. As readers, we get a very clear sense of how the events progressed and changed the reader’s perspective.
• Compelling hook: This essay’s introduction is attention-grabbing and quirky. It compels readers to continue on in the essay to find out what, exactly the writer is talking about.
• Clean conclusion: The conclusion is a fantastic example of what college essay conclusions should do. It reflects back on the essay, ties up loose ends, and looks forward to how these lessons will apply to the writer’s future.

What the writer could do to level up:

• Core Strengths: While we learn a lot about the writer from the essay, there could be a stronger sense of core strengths. We see that they are a strong reader, but that strength doesn’t necessarily connect to their overall message. We also see that they are eager to connect and become a good friend with Jordan, but they don’t all connect seamlessly into a specific archetype or two. A good question to ask yourself is: how would the strengths I show in this essay convince an admissions officer that I will be a good addition to their campus?

College Essay Example #9: Party of One

The sun shone through my airplane window, hitting the tray table exactly right to reveal the greasy handprint of a child. Beside me, a woman cleared her throat as she rifled through her purse, and the tween next to her tapped away on an iPad. The knees of the tall man behind me pushed against the back of my chair. Together, we headed to Pennsylvania(( We open with clear scene-setting, and the final sentence jumps right to the point: we’re on a journey to PA.)) .

This wasn’t my first trip to Pennsylvania, and it wouldn’t be my last. But it was my first trip traveling as a party of one. Barely past the unaccompanied minor cutoff, I departed for a month-long and court-ordered trip to my dad’s house. I wasn’t eager to travel alone. I felt afraid, too young to do this by myself. I wanted to go back home. But I decided to embrace the journey as an adventure(( This explicit reflection helps us, the reader, understand what mindset the writer is at at the beginning of this journey.)) .

With the growing whirr of the engines, the plane ascended. All around me, my neighbors breathed sighs of relief when we reached cruising altitude. I tightened my seatbelt across my lap, steadying myself for the five-hour trip, and took in the scene. Always the quiet and careful observer(( And here we really learn about who the writer is)) , a full flight was my Sistine Chapel.

The woman to my right was wearing all black. She extracted her laptop from her bag the moment the flight attendants permitted, and she created a PowerPoint presentation from scratch before the drinks cart had even started down the aisle. She was all business. I imagined that she signed her emails with nothing but her name, that she read Keynes in her free time, and that people listened when she spoke. She was everything I longed to be(( While the majority of this paragraph is about the writer’s seat mate, this final sentence brings the focus back to the writer. We learn that the description, in fact, was about the writer themself—everything they “longed to be.”)) .

Next was the tween, only a few years younger than I was. Clearly afraid of flying, the tween reached across the aisle to a man who was presumably her father. I found it endearing that she reached out in fear. The dad’s reassurance didn’t just comfort the tween. It comforted me. So far from home, his quiet calm reminded me of the parent waiting to pick me up at the other end of this journey. I remembered reaching out for my own father’s hand when we flew to Pennsylvania for the first time(( Here we have more great reflection about the writer’s relationship with their dad. )) . Now, I watched the dad squeeze the tween’s hand. I felt guilty for the frustration I felt about the trip. I was excited to see my dad.

And finally, there was the man behind me. Aside from the brief glimpse I got during boarding, I didn’t know what he looked like. But there were two things I knew to be true. First, he was tall. The longer the flight went on, the more apologetically his knees bumped against my seat. Second, I felt emboldened by his ability to take up space. With each nudge forward, I spread myself a little bigger(( The writer’s encounter with this man nudged their growth forward. At the beginning, they felt small and timid. Now, they’re more able to take up space.)) , daring to exist in a world I normally wanted to hide from.

Four hours into the flight, turbulence hit. The long-legged man yelped as his knee hit the metal of the seat. Bigger now(( And that growth is solidified even more through this brief transition statement.)) , I was able to brace myself against the impact. I looked to the tween, who I expected to be a wreck. Instead, I saw a calm girl handing napkins to her dad, whose drink had spilled in the commotion. Her care for him mirrored the care he had shown for her. The woman next to me, who had seemed so steadfast, gasped when the plane shot downward. Her hand reached for her chest as she caught herself, surprised. I moved my arm from our shared armrest, giving her space(( This last part gives a very subtle look at the writer’s growth, too. We see that the person the writer admired isn’t as strong as she had seemed. In fact, the writer’s growth has enabled them to help the woman in her moment of weakness.)) . She smiled in appreciation.

After the turbulence had ended, I looked at myself. My hands were folded neatly in my lap. I realized that although I was flying solo, I was surrounded by strangers whose stories intersected with my own(( This point could be more specific.)) . When we landed, I ran into my dad’s arms. “ You’ve grown ,” he smiled.

Admissions Officer Notes on Party of One

This essay is an endearing story about the writer’s first solo plane ride. The narrative is what we would characterize as a “going on a journey” essay—both literally and figuratively. As the writer makes this cross-country trip, they also go through a long personal journey. I especially like the tie between the introduction and conclusion. Along the way, we also learn about the writer through their observations of the other people on the flight.

• Introduction: The first two paragraphs draw the reader in, descriptively set the scene, and establish what is at stake for the writer. We are dropped right into the journey alongside them.
• Vivid language: Throughout the essay, the writer uses interesting and vivid language that helps draw the reader in. The details aren’t overwhelming but add depth to the narrative.
• Reflection throughout: One of the most challenging parts of writing this kind of essay is figuring out how to incorporate your reflection throughout. Many writers mistakenly save it all to the end. But this writer does it the right way by adding reflection at each stop along their journey.

Focus on the self: As-is, this essay tells us a lot about the writer. But it’s nearing on committing one of the biggest college essay writing faux pas: focusing on people other than yourself. I think the writer is getting close to that line but doesn’t yet cross it because of the reflection throughout. But to make the essay even better, the writer could still draw more focus to their own experiences.

College Essay Example #10: My Greatest Talent

I’m a klutz(( Quirky but not too out-there hook that has a lot of personality)) —that’s it, that’s my greatest talent. I’ve honed my clumsiness to perfection, putting in more than my 10,000 hours over the last… 17 years of my life.

When I was six or seven, I was always the one tripping over my own feet, knocking things over. (“This is why we can’t have nice things!” my mom used to scream, half in jest and half in exasperation.) My parents used to joke that I was the only person who could trip on a flat surface. But unfortunately for me, despite doing my due diligence into flat-earth theory(( Here’s more humor that adds some interest and voice to the essay.)) , I found that there was a prevailingly devilish curve to everything around me. If it had a lip, an edge, or a slick spot, I found it.

As I got older(( Excellent signposting to guide the reader through the narrative)) , my talent for being a klutz grew. I managed to trip over my own backpack on a daily basis, and I once fell down a flight of stairs while holding a tray of cookies (I was trying to be a good hostess, but it didn't end well). My friends and family came to expect it, and after those first few years of irritated glances, they began to meet my clumsiness with a laugh and an extended hand.

Being a klutz isn't all bad(( Here, the writer flips our expectations on their head. We’re about to learn about how being clumsy is, in fact, a talent.)) . In fact, it has some pretty decent perks. For one thing, it’s helped me become more empathetic. I know what it feels like to stumble and fall (and stumble and fall, and stumble and fall, and…), and I’m always ready to offer a kind word and a hug to someone who’s having a tough time. I also have a great sense of humor(( We’ve already seen this strength in action at the beginning of the essay, so it’s another good one to highlight.)) —a defense mechanism thanks to all of the embarrassing moments that I’ve created for myself. And let's not forget the fact that I am never bored. There is always something to trip over or knock over. Neither I nor anyone around me ever lacks for entertainment.

One of the biggest benefits of being a klutz is the unexpected friendships(( Friendship is another good strength. But at this point, the essay is starting to feel somewhat list-like. It may have been better to delve more deeply into fewer strengths rather than try to cover so much at once.)) it has given me. For example(( This is a good concrete anecdote that demonstrates the point, though.)) , I once tripped and fell into a ditch while hiking with a group of near-strangers I had met at a trailhead. Surrounded by brambles and thorns, three of them jumped right down with me to hoist me out. My graceless tumble became an inside joke of the trip and we all ended up becoming good friends. I was still embarrassed, of course, but I’m grateful that my clumsiness opened up a new door for friendship that day.

Being a klutz has also taught me to be patient with myself(( Again, we have another good strength, but it’s a lot to cover in one short essay.)) , and to not take myself too seriously. It has taught me to always be prepared for the unexpected, and to always have a good sense of humor. And most importantly, it has taught me to be kind to others(( And yet another strength! Especially since these are related, combining them in a more substantial way may have been more effective.)) , especially when they are having a tough time.

So, if you are looking for someone who’s a little bit quirky and a lot of fun, I’m your girl. I may not be the most graceful person on the planet, or on your campus, but I am confident, kind, and always up for a good laugh. Anyway, where's the fun in being graceful? Just, please, if you do accept me—I’d really appreciate some foam bumpers on the sharp surfaces in my dorm(( More wonderful personality to wrap things up hete. It's approaching being too informal, though.)) .

Word Count: 548

Admissions Officer Notes on My Greatest Talent

This essay is kind of a goofy one. I’ve included it as an example because I want to show you that it’s okay for your college essay to have some personality! Your college essay doesn’t have to be a big, serious rumination on some deep topic. Especially if you’re a goofy person yourself, it’s completely okay for you to choose a more light-hearted topic that showcases your personality. If you do, just be sure to follow this writer’s lead and still write an essay that showcases your strengths.

• Topic choice and personal voice: When we read this essay, we get a crystal clear picture of who the student is because the topic allows them to really write in their own voice. I feel like I know the student after reading it.
• Strengths: All college essays should communicate a core strength to the reader. This essay does an exceptional job at transforming something most people would consider a weakness—being clumsy—into clear strengths—empathy, humor, friendship, patience. Overall, we see that the writer
• Writing style: The biggest tweak this writer could make would be leveling up the writing style. As it is now, it reads like a five-paragraph essay: first I did this, then this, and then this third thing. Changing up the organization and topic sentences could help the writing come across as more mature.

College Essay Example #11: Counting Cards

I am a psychic who thinks in terms of fours and threes(( This hook raises a lot of questions: What is the writer referring to? It does read, however, as a bit disingenuous and overly quirky.)) . Deal me any hand of Gin, and I can guarantee I’ll have you beat. I stare at the cards in my hand and see numbers moving in my mind. Like a mathemetician at a chalkboard, I plan out my next move. I use logic, memory, and a little bit of luck to guess exactly what your hand looks like. The possible combinations seem endless—four Kings and a run of three, three nines and four Queens, a run of four and three sevens, and many, many more. What I love most about playing Gin is the predictability. While I may not know what’s coming, I can use what I already know to strategize, adapt, and have fun along the way(( Here we have a clear gesture toward the essay’s overall theme.)) .

My Gin career began as a small child. My aunt taught me how to play the game while we were camping. My hands were so small that we had to use a chip clip to keep the cards in place(( These first three sentences are very choppy because they all have the same length and structure.)) . I was at first intimated by the “big kid game,” as I called it then, but soon I couldn’t get enough. I forced my entire family to play, and I even roped in the kids at the campsite next to us. My aunt, a mathematician, is a skilled Gin player. She passed her tips and tricks along to me. After a few years of playing, she was the only opponent I couldn’t beat.

Last summer was the first time it finally happened. I bested her. I had a hand with three Aces and a run of Spades. I needed another Ace or a three or seven of Spades. When I drew that final Ace from the deck, I could hardly believe it. I paused to count my cards again(( This description paints a wonderful picture of the writer, their aunt, and the relationship between them.)) . I drew my hands to my chest, looked up at my aunt slowly and triumphantly, and calmly declared, “Gin.” My aunt squealed and embraced me, proud of all the progress her protegee had made.

This win came from a year of hard work(( This is an effective transition that allows the writer to talk about all the work they put in.)) . I read every book on Gin I could find at the library, watched countless YouTube videos, and became an expert on Gin’s more lively counterpart, Gin Rummy. Learning and practicing drew me into a huge online community of Gin enthusiasts. I never thought that I’d meet some of my best friends through a card game, but I did. Every night, we’d compete against each other. And with each match, my skills would sharpen like a knife on a honing steel. When I finally beat my aunt, I hadn’t just won the game. I’d won lifelong friends and greater reasoning skills(( And here is a bit of reflection sprinkled in at the end. There definitely could be more reflection throughout.)) .

Gin players aren’t internationally recognized for their intellectual prowess like chess or Scrabble. I’ve learned other games and played them successfully, but nothing has come close to the joy and challenge I feel while playing Gin. I love predicting what your opponent holds and what you’ll draw next, betting on your perfect card being in the draw deck, chatting with your opponent as you deal the next round, and earning bragging rights after winning a match—all of it is the perfect mix of strategy and community. When I head off to college in the fall, the first thing I’ll pack will be a deck of cards(( This is a sweet ending that looks forward to the future. The conclusion could have touched more specifically on why all of this is so meaningful to the writer.)) .

Word Count: 549

Admissions Officer Notes on Counting Cards

This essay chronicles a writer’s journey learning how to play the card game Gin. I really like how much the writer and their personality shine through. Like the My Greatest Talent essay, Counting Cards is a great example of how to write a fun, light-hearted essay that still speaks to your strengths.

• Topic: Admissions officers see lots of essays about chess and sports. But it’s pretty rare to see one about Gin. The topic (and enthusiasm with which the student writes about the topic) give this essay a good personal voice.
• Connections: The writer also makes stellar connections between a simple game and the people who are most meaningful to them: their family and friends.
• Strengths: Even with a topic as simple as a card game, the writer manages to highlight their strengths of work ethic and camaraderie.
• Higher stakes: We see that the game of Gin is really important to the writer. We also see how the game is connected to their relationship with their aunt and to the new community they found online. But I’m left wanting a little bit more reflection and vulnerability about why Gin is so meaningful to this writer.

College Essay Example #12: Golden Hills Animal Clinic

On my best days at work, I’m surrounded by puppies, kittens, and rainbows(( This hook is interesting, but it's quite cliche.)) . On my worst, I watch people say tearful goodbyes to their best friends. Working at the front desk of Golden Hills Animal Clinic, I’ve seen it all. I’ve learned a lot about people through their pets. I’ve also learned a lot about myself(( Here, we get straight to the point of what this essay is going to be about.)) .

I began working in the clinic two summers ago. I’m known in my family as the “ Snow White(( What a sweet detail about this writer’s background)) ” because I’ve always had a special connection with animals. I had nearly started a new colony of stray cats in my backyard by the time I was nine. I’ve nursed more sick and injured birds than I can count. I’ve discovered all kinds of insects, snakes, and lizards in my neighborhood. Now, at the front desk, I get to welcome the animals and their humans. I share in their joys and console them at their lows.

After(( This topic sentence does a good job structuring the paragraph, but it could be clearer how this paragraph connects to the overall idea of the essay.)) watching thousands of animals struggle, you think you’d get used to the pain and suffering. But each hurt, injured, or elderly animal I check in stings just the same. When I’m in the back room helping prepare the animals for surgeries or procedures, I look into their eyes and desperately try to communicate that everything will be okay. The worst part is knowing that the animals can tell something is wrong but don’t understand what is happening. And when their owners walk past my front desk, I reassure them that we’re treating their pets as our own.

But with life’s hard moments also come the happiest ones. It’s easy to become dejected by the sad times, but working at the clinic has actually given me more hope(( Ah-ha! We learn that even though the writer witnesses a lot of sadness at the clinic, the experience has actually given them more hope.)) . There’s nothing like seeing small puppies, feet too big for their bodies, prance through the waiting room. I’ve witnessed children comfort cats through holes in carriers, and I’ve become inspired by the assertiveness with which our veterinarians make critical decisions to help animals. Through all this, I’ve learned that those little pockets of happiness, care, and determination are what make life worth living(( This sentence helps ground the reader in the writer’s theme.)) .

I’ve also learned that veterinary medicine is as much about the people as it is the pets. Sometimes owners have to be convinced about the best care plan for their pets. Sometimes others aren’t able to afford the care they desperately want to get. People come in worried about nothing or not worried enough. Part of managing the front desk is having the ability to read where a person is coming from the moment they start speaking. Seeing things from customers’ perspectives helps me provide better customer service to the people and the pets. If I sense that a customer is worried about cost, I can talk to them about payment plans. If someone seems overwhelmed by the options, I ask if they’d like to speak with the vet again. In all these cases, I feel proud to provide as much help as I can. Doing so makes sure that our animals receive the best care possible(( We get a good sense of the writer’s strengths in this paragraph, but by the end, it still doesn’t really connect back to the theme.)) .

Now, as an aspiring veterinarian myself(( And with this small note, we learn all that’s at stake: the writer wants to be a vet in the future, so all of these experiences are important preparation .)) , I know that the rest of my career will be filled with the happiest and saddest moments of people’s lives. My care for animals will turn tragedies into miracles. I’ll console owners of sick pets, and I’ll help bring new life into the world. Veterinary medicine is a lot like life in general. You can’t have the good without the bad. But I’ve never met a pet owner who wouldn’t trade the pain of animal loss for even one fleeting, happy moment with their furry friend. Animals make the world a better place. Like Snow White(( Clever call back to tie the essay together)) , I’ll continue listening to animals so I can make their world a little better too.

Word Count: 615

Admissions Officer Notes on Golden Hills Animal Clinic

This essay tells a good story about this writer’s time working at an animal clinic. What I like about this essay is that the writer doesn’t sugar coat things, but they also don’t dwell on the sadness that passes through the clinic. They are real about their experiences, and they draw valuable lessons from them. They also show the importance of this story by connecting it to their future goals.

• Strengths: We clearly see the strengths this writer brings to the clinic. They are understanding, patient, and positive. We also clearly see how these strengths will help the writer be a good veterinarian in the future.
• Topic sentences and transitions: Although the paragraphs get unwieldy at times, the writer’s clear topic sentences and transitions help us seamlessly progress through the narrative.
• Being more direct and concise: At times, it feels like the writer rambles instead of making clear, direct points. Rambling can distract the reader from the main point you’re trying to make, so it’s best to stay on track in each paragraph.
• Fewer cliches: Relying on cliches shows immaturity in your writing. Cliches like “puppies, kittens, and rainbows” and “with the bad comes the good” get in the way of the writer’s own voice.

College Essay Example #13: The Filmmaker

Eye to the lens, I feel in complete control. The old camera weighs heavy in my hands as I quietly point my leading actor to the other side of the frame. Taking a moment to look at the world through my own eyes rather than a lens, I make a decision. I back up, careful not to trip, and capture the wide, panning shot I had envisioned. Filmmaking allows me to show others exactly how I see the world. With an odd angle or lingering aside, I can take my audience on a journey through my eyes(( This introduction raises a lot of questions that propel us forward through the essay: what is the writer doing? What is it that they want to show the world? Why does this all matter?)) .

What’s beautiful about filmmaking is that there are several art forms occurring simultaneously(( We begin with a paragraph that dives deep into the writer’s interest.)) . At the foundation of a scene is the script. Words that draw a viewer in and keep them there, the script is an essential act of creative writing. Next there’s the acting. An art of performance, acting brings the script to life. A good actor will make an audience feel as if they are with the characters, feeling what they feel and doing what they do. Then there’s the direction and filmmaking. Choices about how to translate a three-dimensional world to pixels on a screen drastically affect the audience’s experience. And, finally, there’s the editing. Editing is where all of the other art forms converge, selected and chopped up and stitched back together to create something even better than the original.

I’ve never been one for writing or acting. But the latter two, filmmaking and editing, are where my passions lie(( And here we learn about the writer’s main passion, inspirations, and journey as a filmmaker.)) . Inspired by my favorite movie, ET , I began filmmaking in elementary school. Borrowing my mom’s Flip UltraHD camera, I’d run around my home, filming everything in sight. Soon after, I started gathering my neighborhood friends in my backyard and directing them in made-up film productions. Our films took us on journeys around the world. We were pirates in the Atlantic, merchants in Paris, and kangaroos in Australia. We learned how to tell stories and create and resolve conflicts. In the process, we learned about ourselves, each other, and the world around us.

My love for editing didn’t come until later(( This is an okay topic sentence that helps us understand where we’re at in the narrative, but the paragraph as a whole could more clearly relate to the writer’s overall theme.)) . When my family upgraded our ancient Gateway 2000 to a sleek iMac, I became an iMovie aficionado. I learned how to use all the features and enter in keyboard shortcuts. I became a sculptor. Instead of clay, my material was digital. I’d split clips in half, manually zoom in to my subject, and add filters that changed the whole tone of a shot. Shift + Command + F, and I’d play my clips in full screen, evaluating them with the eye of a film critic. Was my shot effective? Are the actors convincing? Is there anything odd in the background? If I had never seen this, what would I think and feel? Then I’d repeat the process, over and over again.

Some people might say that dedicating myself to filmmaking is frivolous in a world with more pressing problems. But filmmaking is a way to spread messages and give people hope. From the change wrought by An Inconvenient Truth to the laughter Mr. Bean has incited in millions, filmmaking is a way to bring art, truth, and laughter to everyone. More accessible than books or newspapers, film and TV couldn’t be more essential media to confront the problems of today. With the passion of my ten-year-old self, the films I’ll continue to make will have an impact(( We conclude by learning about the writer’s interest in using filmmaking to impact the world. The writer could dig a little deeper here—it stays mainly on the surface.)) .

Word Count: 563

Admissions Officer Notes on The Filmmaker

In this essay, we get a great sense of how excited the writer is about filmmaking. They take us on their journey learning about filmmaking, and they explain how their interest will serve them in the future. I especially enjoy how this essay oozes passion. By the end of the essay, we have no doubt about what this writer sees as their life’s calling.

• Organization: The introduction , background, explanation, and discussion of personal growth all cohere perfectly. The writer walks us through each step of their journey in a clear and logical way.
• Voice: Through all the rich descriptions of the writer’s childhood, we really see their personality and voice.
• Significance and meaning : While it’s clear that this topic is one the writer is passionate about, the essay could evoke more meaning. It’s not apparent what’s truly at stake. The writer should ask and answer the question: “So what?” In answering that question, they’ll be able to be more vulnerable throughout the essay.

“Bad” College Essay Examples

“Bad” is in quotation marks here because writing is always relative.

In the case of these examples, we have categorized them as “bad” because they don’t adequately meet the expectations of a college essay. That doesn’t mean that they’re objectively bad or that their writers are bad writers. It means that the essays need some more attention.

“Bad” essays can always become good essays. Sometimes they can even become the best essays. What matters most is identifying what’s not working and putting in a lot of effort to address the problems.

Across the thousands of college essays we read as admissions officers, there are several issues that arise again and again. Learning from these issues can help you avoid them.

We have a whole post about those biggest college essay mistakes. But the following examples commit three different writing faux pas:

• Too much metaphor and not enough substance
• No main point or clear organization
• About a topic that is important to the writer but not actually that high-stakes

With these mistakes in mind, let’s do some analysis.

College Essay Example #14: Lost in the Forest

I look into the forest, moss wet on my feet(( This is an intriguing hook.)) . There’s fog everywhere—I can barely see the glasses that sit on my nose. I feel a cool breeze rustle against my coat. I am cold and warm all at once. The sun shines through the fog, casting the shadow of a tree whose roots know no end. At the entrance to the forest, I stand frozen in time and space. I can’t see what’s ahead of me or behind me, only what is(( After this sentence, the metaphor becomes unclear.)) . And what is suddenly transforms into what could be. I see a fork in the pathway in front of me. The noise—the noise is so loud. Crickets and owls and tigers, oh my(( Avoid cliche phrases.)) . My thoughts scream even louder. I can’t hear myself think through the sounds of the forest of my mind. Off in the distance, I see a figure. It’s a shadow figure. It’s my mother. She’s walking towards me. I take a step into the forest, fearlessly ready to confront any overwhelming obstacle that comes my way(( This is a nice sentence that encapsulates the main theme of the essay.)) .

When I was a child, I used to play in the forest behind my house. Until one day when I caught my mom sneaking a cigarette outside. She tried to hide it behind her back, but I could see the smoke trailing over her head like a snail. I didn’t know what to do, so I ran farther into the forest. I am used to being disappointed by her. I ran and ran and ran until I tripped over a tree branch that fell in the storm the week before. I laid on the cold, hard ground. The back of me was soaked. Would I turn into my mom? After that, I decided to turn back. The cold was encroaching. I got home and saw my mom in the kitchen. We agreed not to speak of what I saw(( This paragraph could use some more details about what’s at stake: why does all of this matter? As readers, we need more information about the writer’s relationship with their mom to understand why this confrontation was so significant.)) .

While taking a history test, I looked around at my classmates. The gray desk was cold against my skin. I started counting the people around me, noting those who I knew well and those I had never really talked to. I looked at all the expensive backpacks and shoes. After our test, I asked the person next to me how she thought she did. She said it was a difficult test, and I agreed. Every class period, we’d talk more and more. We became friends. We started hanging out with another friend from biology class. We were inseparable, like three peas in a pod. We’d study together and hang out together and dance. They were the best friends I ever had. We liked to play soccer after school and sing loudly to music in my room. But one day it all stopped. They both stopped talking to me((It's not clear how this anecdote relates to the anecdote about the writer’s mother. The significance of the forest metaphor could also be drawn out more.)) . It was like I had been yanked out of the forest and thrown on to the forest floor. I became moss, the owls pecking at my spikey green tendrils. They found two other friends, and I sat alone at my desk in history again. It was like another test, but this time a history of my own.

Things went on like this for years. Over and over again I got put back into the forest. My friends who I thought were my friends actually were just drama machines. Life is foggy when you don’t know what’s going on. And I live in a forest that’s always foggy. Try as I might to find myself, it’s easy to get lost in all the trails and hills. I’m climbing a mountain each and every day. But I keep going back into the forest, looking for answers(( The return to the metaphor almost works here. But because the metaphor has gotten in the way of the main point, we need more explicit reflection to tie everything together.)) .

Word Count: 603

Admissions Officer Notes on Lost in the Forest

So. Writers know that college essays should be meaningful reflections and exercises in creative writing. But sometimes writers take this advice to the extreme and write essays that are too metaphorical and too focused on internal reflection.

This essay is the perfect example of what happens when a writer goes over the top with metaphor. The forest metaphor could be a useful tool given the writer’s topic, but as it is now, everything else gets lost within the metaphor. It’s difficult to extract what the writer actually says about their life.

The writer’s reflection is also deep and removed from specific examples. After reading the essay, I still don’t feel like I know the writer. The topic also changes halfway through the essay, so following the thread throughout is challenging.

What this essay does well:

• Topic: Even though the writer’s topic switches in the middle of the essay, it’s clear that the topics are both meaningful to the writer. The first topic especially may still be grounds for a great college essay.
• Vulnerability: The writer’s vulnerability shines through. They are willing to share an important part of themselves.

What the writer could improve upon:

• Pick a main topic and stick with it: Part of what makes this essay challenging to follow is that it’s doing too many things at once. Narrowing the topic would help the writer focus all their thoughts on communicating one overall idea.
• Use the metaphor sparingly: Remember that metaphors are best when used sparingly. Pulling off an overarching metaphor is very difficult, so it’s generally easier for writers to sprinkle in small references to the metaphor throughout. A great way to accomplish this is the “bookend technique,” where you introduce a metaphor in the introduction and return to it in the conclusion. 
• Tighten up each paragraph : All of the paragraphs in this essay have a lot of information that doesn’t necessarily flow logically from one sentence to the next. My final recommendation would be to edit the paragraphs themselves for clarity. The writer should think about what information is essential and cut the rest.

College Essay Example #15: The Chemist

You(( There are always different opinions about addressing your reader. Sometimes it can work okay, but this instance doesn't work quite as well.)). may be wondering why I’ve taken so many chemistry classes. Well, that’s because I love chemistry. I used to hate chemistry with a fiery passion but now I love it more than anything. I remember that I used to struggle through every single chemistry assignment I ever got. My sister would try to help me but I’d just get upset, like I really just didn’t understand it and that was so frustrating so I just kept not wanting to do more but eventually I started to think “oh chemistry is at the foundation of everything that makes up our universe,” and isn’t that just fascinating?(( Whew—that was a long sentence! This is a run-on sentence, but we do learn about the writer’s primary motivation for studying chemistry.)) So then I decided to make a change and actually try to learn chemistry. I started paying attention in class and asking my teacher for help after class and finally one day my sister said, “Wow, you’re really improving.” And that meant so much to me. When my great-grandparents immigrated to the United States(( This reference is nice, but it's an abrupt topic change. It’s not clear why the writer is bringing up their great-grandparents.)) , they had no idea what would be in store for their great-grandkids. We really don’t learn chemistry in school until high school, so it’s no wonder I didn’t understand it in high school when I started taking it. Electrons and atoms and acids and alcohols. There’s so much to learn. I really have never been good at math so I’d say that’s one of my biggest challenges in chemistry now is learning how to do the equations and figuring out how the math works. In fifth grade I used to be in advanced math but then it just got worse from there until I learned about tutoring. I started doing tutoring through the high school when I was in ninth grade and it helped a lot because I just needed a little more help for each lesson to really understand it. But even with that the math part of chemistry is still hard for me. But I always keep trying! That’s the most important thing to me I think is to keep trying(( This is a good statement of values.)) . Even when problems are hard and I can’t solve them I try to have a good attitude because even if I can’t get it right, doing chemistry is about unlocking the secrets of the universe and that really is interesting even if you can’t completely understand them. When I started taking chemistry in my sophomore year I almost gave up but I was also really inspired by my teacher who guided me through everything. She gave me extra time to do my lab work and was even my lab partner a couple times because our class has an uneven number of students. My favorite part of chemistry lab is mixing solutions and testing them. I don’t like the lab report writing so much but I know it’s an important part. So I try to just get through that so I can get back to doing experiments and such. My favorite experiments was about building a calormieter to measure how many calories is in our food(( Pay attention to small errors and typos like this one.)) . Calories are energy so you burn your food to measure how much energy they have. Then you write up a report about how many calories each food item like bananas, bread, a cookie, had. The best part of doing labs is having your lab partner there with you. You’re both wearing goggles and lab coats and gloves and you feel really like a professional chemist and it’s nice that you’re not doing it alone. You just read the lab instructions and do each of the steps in order. It’s like baking a cake! You just follow the recipe. But you don’t eat the results! You might use beakers or bunsen burners to hold liquid or burn or heat up whatever it is you’re experimenting on. And when I say “find the meaning of the universe” I really mean it(( The writer is trying to return to a bigger reflection here, but the transition needs to be much smoother.)) . It’s amazing how much chemistry is in everything. Cooking is doing chemistry because you’re changing up the properties of the food. The air we breathe, the way plants get energy, the medicines we take, we understand it all because of chemistry. I know that becoming a chemist is hard work and isn’t easy. But I know that it’s rewarding and that’s why I want to do it. Helping people is so important to me and I think that chemistry can help me get there(( Here, we also learn about the writer’s values and motivations.)) . I also like the health and beauty industry and I think it would be fun to get to develop new products or perfumes or medicines.

Word Count: 746

Admissions Officer Notes on The Chemist

There’s no easy way to say it, but this essay just doesn’t meet the mark. That’s why it gets an F. It reads like a free write rather than an essay because it is stream-of-consciousness and doesn’t really make a clear point. I learn that the writer loves chemistry, but the overall message is not clear.

• Ideas : All hope is not lost! Once we dig into what each sentence of the essay is saying, there are some good ideas that the writer can turn into a more cohesive topic.
• Organization: I hesitate to make any extreme claims about college essays, but I feel pretty confident in saying that the vast majority of college essays should always be more than one paragraph. You need paragraphs to break up your thoughts into digestible chunks. Each paragraph should contain a single point you’re trying to convey to the reader. This writer should break all these ideas up into several paragraphs.
• Theme: We see that the topic of the essay is chemistry, that chemistry is interesting because it’s the foundation of everything, and that chemistry can help people. But we don’t really get any deeper meaning from the writer. They haven’t made an attempt to be vulnerable or to show us something significant about themself.
• Length: The essay is almost a hundred words over the word count. The writer needs to pare things down as they organize and clarify their ideas.

Supplemental Essay Examples

In addition to your personal statement, many colleges will also have you write what are called “supplemental essays.”

These essays do exactly as the name implies: they supplement your personal statement. They’re the perfect opportunity for you to tell admissions officers even more about yourself beyond the information you put in your personal statement. Specifically, ou can use them strategically to highlight even more of your strengths.

There are no universal supplemental essay prompts like there are for the Common Application personal statement.

Instead, colleges provide their own supplemental essay prompt(s) as part of their applications.

The good news, however, is that these prompts generally fall into a few common categories: Why Us, Community, Personal Challenge, Extracurricular Activities, Academic Interest, Diversity, and Why this Major prompts.

If you want to learn more about what these prompts entail, or about how to even write a supplemental essay in the first place, check out our complete guide to writing supplemental essays (it’s really good).

For now, let’s take a look at standout example essays for four of the most common supplemental prompt types.

Community Essay: The DIY-ers

Prompt from MIT: Describe the world you come from (for example, your family, school, community, city, or town). How has that world shaped your dreams and aspirations?

225 words or fewer"

I come from a family of do-it-yourselfers(( Straightforward but attention-grabbing. Nice!)) . In part, this lifestyle is one of necessity. Hiring professionals isn’t cheap, after all. But our DIY proclivities are also a product of a longstanding family tradition of ingenuity.

My first DIY was a fix on my Cozy Coupe, whose steering wheel had fallen off. Since then, my DIYs have become larger scale. With my dad, I’ve replaced loose bike chains, put in a new car clutch, and re-tiled our kitchen.

But our biggest DIY to date has been building a six-foot telescope(( Great topic choice that connects to the writer’s academic interests)) together. Made of scraps and spare parts, it’s not the most beautiful telescope. But our focus is on the stars anyway. My entire family has evening picnics, taking turns to look through the makeshift eyepiece. Occasionally the eyepiece falls off, and we all laugh(( I love the personality that emerges with this detail.)) as I run over to replace it.

Coming from a DIY family has made me self-reliant. And when the fixes just aren’t working, my dad reminds me to take a step back and think creatively about solutions. It’s from this mindset that my dream of being an environmental engineer has evolved(( The writer could get to this point sooner.)) .

I know that engineering isn’t just about fancy gadgets. It’s about ingenuity. I want to adapt my DIY ingenuity, mind and hand(( A cheeky nod to the school’s motto—interesting!)) , to even bigger projects that mitigate climate change and lead to a safer tomorrow(( I also like this gesture to the broader significance of their dreams and aspirations.)) .

Word Count: 220

Admissions Officer Notes

• Topic: The writer has chosen a pretty interesting topic for this community essay that will most likely stand out among other candidates. More importantly, the community they’ve chosen to write about is one that they hold dear and have learned a lot from. The story connects in specific ways to who they are as a person and what their dreams and aspirations have come to be.
• Growth: The prompt asks how the community has “shaped” your dreams and aspirations. This writer focuses on the progression of their aspirations while telling endearing stories about their relationship with their family members.
• Future goals: The writer explicitly states how this community has shaped how and what they want to do in the future.

What it could improve on:

• Pacing: Aside from describing your community, the main question of the prompt is how that community has shaped your dreams and aspirations. While the writer does get to an answer, they could spend more time in the essay focusing on that answer.

Diversity Essay: Bumpass

Prompt from Duke:  We seek a diverse student body that embodies the wide range of human experience. In that context, we are interested in what you’d like to share about your lived experiences and how they’ve influenced how you think of yourself.

There((A great, interesting hook that also jumps into a connection with Duke.)) are more traffic lights on the Duke University campus than there are in my entire hometown.

I don’t actually know how many traffic lights Duke has, but it’s a pretty safe bet that it has more than zero, which is how many we have here in Bumpass, Virginia.

Yes, Bumpass. Pronounced “bump-us”.

I’m from a weird little lake town in central Virginia((This paragraph gives us a clear picture of the writer's lived experiences.)) that has two types of residents: part-timers (that’s what we call them), mostly from DC, Richmond, or Charlottesville, with million-plus dollar homes on Lake Anna. They swim and boat on the private side of the lake, which is heated (yes, the lake is heated) by a nuclear power plant. And then there are families like mine. The locals. I’ve always thought “working class” was a nice way for rich people to call poor people poor, but that’s what we are. Families like mine clean the power plant. I’ve never swam in the private side, and our boat is a canoe.

Officially((And this paragraph gives us a good sense of how those lived experiences have influenced them.)) , I’ve had a job since my 16th birthday, which is the legal age in Virginia. But I’ve worked cleaning rental homes and fixing boats for part-timers with my uncle since I was old enough to use a Swiffer and turn a wrench. I’ve cleaned homes that cost more than my extended family’s combined net worth, but oddly I enjoy it. When I see inside their homes, I have something to aspire to, and that’s more than most of my hometown peers can say.

Success around here means making it through community college. Doing so in two years all without abusing alcohol or drugs? I don’t know many people who have done that. But I want to bring my Bumpass experience to Duke.((Nice job bringing the story back to the connection with Duke.)) I know how to rise before the sun and get a day’s worth of work in before noon. I know how to talk to goat farmers and postal workers (my best friend’s parents) just as well as neurosurgeons and pilots (my favorite part-timers whose docks I maintain in the off-season).

I’m looking forward to learning from the diverse body at Duke, making friends from around the world, and gaining a better understanding of the world beyond Bumpass((This conclusion ties the essay together nicely and communicates good school fit.)) .

• Humor and personality: From the topic of the town’s name to the introduction, the writer uses humor (when appropriate) and clearly shows their own voice. They take an authentic approach to the diversity essay prompt. I feel like I know the student after reading this, which is always good.
• School Connections: While there aren’t a ton of references to Duke here, the prompt doesn’t necessarily ask for them. The writer still does a good job connecting their lived experience to how they see themself at Duke.

Personal Challenge Essay: Tutoring Charlotte

Prompt from Brown: Brown’s culture fosters a community in which students challenge the ideas of others and have their ideas challenged in return, promoting a deeper and clearer understanding of the complex issues confronting society. This active engagement in dialogue is as present outside the classroom as it is in academic spaces. Tell us about a time you were challenged by a perspective that differed from your own. How did you respond? (200-250 words)

Asking Charlotte to answer a math question was like asking a cat to take a bath. Her resistance was almost instinctual. When I first met her, I had been doing after-school tutoring for about six months. The program paired up high school students with middle schoolers who were falling behind in their classes. Charlotte was my first student and biggest challenge(( Nice wording to make it abundantly clear that the writer is answering the prompt)) .

At first, her unwillingness to try came across as lazy(( This sentence gets at what the prompt is asking for: “a perspective that differed from your own”)) . I used everything I had in my tutoring arsenal. I encouraged her to give her confidence, and I even brought candy to bribe her. To my dismay, nothing worked. Each time I introduced a new problem, Charlotte simply refused.

My frustration grew so immense that I caught myself being curt with her. When I saw the look of betrayal in her eyes, I was ashamed at my impatience(( Here we have an inciting incident and growth that resulted from a realization. The writer begins to address the “how did you respond?” part of the prompt.)) . I realized that Charlotte’s struggles weren’t her fault. Math has always come easy to me. Whereas every math problem I encounter is like a code I’m excited to crack, Charlotte sees math problems as threats. After years of struggling, it’s no wonder that she stopped trying.

Once I understood that we approach math from different perspectives, I tried something new. I got rid of the math book and graph paper, and I brought out gummy bears. We did an algebra problem without her even knowing it. Together(( The writer zooms the focus out to a larger reflection about what they learned from this interaction. Nice.)) , we worked to overcome her fear of math. Along the way, I learned to teach the person, not the subject matter.

World Count: 247

• Topic choice: Personal Challenge prompts can be some of the most difficult, especially if you don’t have a specific challenge you’ve faced in your life. This writer’s topic choice works great. They show that you don’t have to have a life-altering challenge to answer this prompt well.
• Clear narrative: This prompt is a lengthy one, but the writer has clearly read it and used it to structure the story. As a reader, it’s easy to follow along as the writer identifies the problem, works toward a solution, overcomes hurdles, and eventually comes out successful in the end.
• Connections: Different prompts require different levels of connections to the school. This writer incorporates some of Brown’s institutional values, but, especially since the prompt says so much about Brown’s community, the writer could have made more effort to connect their story to Brown.

Extracurricular Essay: Working Retail

Prompt from Vanderbilt:  Vanderbilt offers a community where students find balance between their academic and social experiences. Please briefly elaborate on how one of your extracurricular activities or work experiences has influenced you.

“ Would(( Beginning any essay with dialog can be hit or miss. But this is a hit. The dialog quickly captures the essence of working in retail and plops the reader directly into the writer’s extracurricular activity.)) you like another size? Sure thing, I’ll get a medium.”

“Are you interested in saving 10% today with an Old Navy Card? No, no worries…”

“I can clean the bathrooms if someone covers the fitting room!”

I didn’t expect much from my first job. Mostly, I expected to earn $12 an hour and improve my denim folding skills at Old Navy. I didn’t think I could learn so much about people and develop life skills.

As(( This paragraph could be a little more specific to the writer rather than their coworkers.))  odd as it may sound, retail work brought people together during COVID. I started in July of 2020. Our store had always met for monthly meetings, but everyone emphasized how much closer they’d become since the pandemic. Stepping up to cover someone’s shift when they got sick–or their spouse or child did–used to elicit a quick “thank you!”, but took on a more profound meaning in 2020. Though I started mid-pandemic, everyone I worked with remarked that, with a few notable exceptions, the overall demeanor of the clientele was much more empathetic. My coworkers seemed to go from sales associates to brave workers keeping the economy afloat overnight.

After about seven months of dutiful work, I was promoted(( The writer seamlessly incorporates the information that they earned a promotion after a relatively brief time of working at the store.)) to senior associate and had new responsibilities of closing and opening the store. Sure, I had dreams of working in an infectious disease lab. But having adults put real trust in me to account for several thousand dollars and secure a major outlet made me value and understand work perhaps even more than the research internship I missed out on(( I appreciate the perspective here. The writer makes a good argument for the importance of retail work, especially in relation to their academic interests.)) .

I am thankful for this opportunity to work and learn with a dedicated staff. Now, I look forward to pursuing more experiences that will relate to my career in biotech in college. Oh, and I won’t miss soliciting credit card sales with each purchase(( This humor bookends the essay wonderfully and adds some extra personality.)) !

• Focus on strengths: Maintaining the right focus in extracurricular essays can be tricky. It can be easy to get caught up in the details of the activity and brag too much or not enough. Especially with extracurricular activities that aren’t based in competition, it can be challenging to draw out strengths. But this writer finds the perfect way to talk about their accomplishments and strengths (being promoted and being a team player) while also seeming personable and humble.
• Connection to future goals : Importantly, the writer doesn’t just leave the story at their retail job. They show the admissions officer how they see this job as contributing toward their future goals.
• Transitions: The transitions between paragraphs and into the detail about a future biotech career could be smoother.

Why this Major: Watchers

Prompt from USC: Describe how you plan to pursue your academic interests and why you want to explore them at USC specifically. Please feel free to address your first- and second-choice major selections. (Approximately 250 words)

As a child(( I like how the writer takes a more creative approach to a standard “why this major” essay.)) , I always got in trouble for staring. My mom would nudge me whenever I looked at someone too long. My uncontrollable staring was an embarrassment for her, but it’s one of the things I love most about myself. Whereas some people are do-ers, I am a watcher, a listener, and a documenter(( We learn a lot about the writer’s personality here.)) . Like introverts and extroverts, the world needs both kinds of people.

Watchers have an admirable task: to see what exists and give it meaning. That’s exactly what I want to do while pursuing my academic interests in anthropology(( And at this point, we jump quickly into the connections between the opening story and the writer’s academic interests. )) . In particular, I’m interested in learning about art, language, and culture in Russia. Pursuing a research career in anthropology would open up opportunities for me to do research for government offices and move toward my ultimate goal(( Incorporating a future goal that they’re working towards is an effective approach.)) of working for the United Nations.

As(( This paragraph has a number of specific, detailed, and relevant connections to the school.)) a Visual Anthropology and Russian double major at USC, I would hone my social scientist skills and improve my Russian language abilities. I’m also eager to participate in a directed internship and to connect with fellow watchers in the Anthropology and Global Studies club. The Center for Visual Anthropology, minor in Folklore and Popular Culture, and the anthropology-focused study abroad opportunity in St. Petersburg all converge to make USC the ideal place for me to learn.

With USC’s global focus and emphasis on creativity, research, and public service, I know that I could develop my watching skills into a successful anthropology career(( And the writer concludes by drawing on some of the institution’s core values, which helps ground all of those disparate connections into something meaningful that the writer aligns themself with.)) .

• Writing style and storytelling: This essay shows that supplemental essays don’t have to be boring. The writer opens with an interesting hook and writes about their major interest in a compelling way.
• School research and connections: The writer does a good job specifically answering the “how you plan to pursue your academic interests and why you want to explore them at USC” part of the prompt. It’s clear that they’ve done their research, and the connections they’ve chosen to focus on make sense in the context of the story they’ve told. They also incorporate school values in addition to simple facts.
• Writing about school connections : To take this essay to the next level, the student could write about the school connections in a slightly more elegant way. As they are now, they feel quite list-like.

Academic Interest: Everyday History

Prompt from Barnard: At Barnard, academic inquiry starts with bold questions. What are some of the bold questions you have pondered that get you excited and why do they interest you? Tell us how you would explore these questions at Barnard. (max 300)

As I walked through the ancient city of Pompeii(( This is a beautiful hook that stops and makes the reader think, too.)) on a family vacation, I thought about the children. I imagined how scared they must have been when the volcano erupted, how they must have reached out to their caregivers for protection. When a large group of people mobbed through the alley next to us, I reached out to my own mother(( With a simple phrase, the writer shows the connection between themself and the people of the past who have captured their attention.)) as an anchor.

What interests me most about history is that the people of the past(( The writer adeptly transitions from a poetic introduction to a straightforward answer to the prompt.)) were just like us. They had likes and dislikes, they became frightened and love-struck and tired. While the history of royalty and great wars captures most people’s attention, what I want to study is the history of everyday people.

What(( These questions respond exactly to what the prompt is asking for. )) was it like to be a child in Pompeii? How did prisoners feel on their way to Australia? What kinds of recipes did the Aztecs cook?

I know that with Barnard’s culture of multidisciplinarity, discovery, and creative thinking, I’d be able to pursue these questions and more(( The writer draws on Barnard’s own values and connects their interests, goals, and questions to specific offerings at Barnard.)) . In classes like Gender and Empire, I’ll learn about the ways European expansion was gendered. And in Children and Childhood in African History or Reproducing Inequalities: Family in Latin American History, I’ll be able to ask questions about the history of the family: How have family structures varied across time and place? What historical role have children played? In what ways have parenting practices changed and why?

While they may seem inconsequential for life today, I believe that answering these questions helps us better understand ourselves. With Barnard’s Building Strong Voices(( And they also reference out-of-the-classroom opportunities.)) mission, I’ll learn how to present my research and advocate for the importance of history.

The world needs more histories of everyday people. We have a lot to learn from them, and Barnard’s offerings will help me lead us to better historical and current understandings(( With this conclusion, it’s clear how Barnard will help the writer accomplish their goals. )) .

Word Count: 299

• Introduction: Academic interest essays are your chance to go all-in. The introduction to this essay does just that. We’re immediately transported into this writer’s academic interest, and we begin to ask these questions alongside them.
• Answering all parts of the prompt: This can be a tricky feat when responding to complex prompts like Barnard’s. But this writer does just that. They tackle each part of the prompt in order, and they make clear transitions between them.

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Navigating the college admissions process can feel like trying to decode a secret formula, especially when it comes to understanding which grades matter the most. So, what grades do colleges actually look at? It’s a mix of everything you’ve worked hard for, but not all grades are created equal. 

From your core subjects to how your performance evolves over high school, each grade plays a role in painting the full picture of who you are as a student. Let’s dive into how your academic record can make or break your college applications and what else colleges are looking for beyond just those numbers.

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When it comes to college applications, your grades aren't just numbers on a transcript—they tell a story about your academic journey, your ambitions, and how you challenge yourself. Here’s a closer look at what colleges are looking for in your grades:

Core Class Performance

Colleges place significant emphasis on your performance in core subjects like English, Math, Science, Social Studies, and Foreign Language. These subjects form the backbone of your academic profile and provide colleges with a baseline understanding of your abilities. Here’s why they matter:

• English: Demonstrates your communication skills and critical thinking abilities.
• Math: Reflects your problem-solving skills and analytical thinking.
• Science: Showcases your empirical reasoning and understanding of scientific concepts.
• Social Studies: Indicates your grasp of historical contexts and societal dynamics.
• Foreign Language: Highlights your linguistic skills and cultural awareness.

Strong grades in these areas are essential for showing colleges you have a solid academic foundation.

Course Rigor and Academic Challenges

Colleges are not just interested in the grades you earn but also in the rigor of the courses you choose. They want to see that you’re pushing yourself to take on challenging courses that stretch your abilities:

• Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) Courses: Taking these rigorous classes demonstrates your willingness to challenge yourself academically.
• Honors Courses: Enrolling in honors courses shows that you’re not afraid to tackle more complex material.
• Dual Enrollment: Participating in college-level courses while in high school highlights your readiness for higher education.

Opting for a challenging course load can make a positive impression on college admissions officers, even if it means not achieving perfect grades in every class.

GPA: The Bigger Picture

Your GPA is a significant metric for colleges, but it’s not just about having a high number. Colleges look at your GPA as part of a bigger picture:

• Consistency: A steady GPA indicates reliability and dedication over the years.
• Improvement: Showing improvement over time can be just as valuable as maintaining high grades, demonstrating resilience and growth.
• Balance: A strong GPA across various subjects reflects a well-rounded student with diverse interests and skills.

Colleges consider both weighted and unweighted GPAs, so they understand how your school measures academic performance.

Class Rank: Contextual Performance

Some colleges also consider your class rank, which compares your academic performance to that of your peers:

• Top Rank: Being at the top of your class can indicate outstanding academic achievement and dedication.
• Middle Rank: Even if you’re not at the top, showing improvement or taking on challenges can be impressive.
• Bottom Rank: Don’t be discouraged by a lower rank—emphasize your strengths and unique experiences in other parts of your application.

Class rank helps colleges understand your performance relative to others in your academic environment, but it’s just one piece of the puzzle.

When it comes to college admissions, your performance in core subjects plays a pivotal role. These subjects—English, Math, Social Studies, Science, and Foreign Language—form the foundation of your academic journey and are closely scrutinized by colleges. Here’s a closer look at why these grades matter so much:

English is more than just literature and essays; it’s about communication skills that are crucial for college success. Colleges pay close attention to your grades in English because they reflect your ability to think critically and articulate your ideas effectively.

Math courses, from Algebra to Calculus, demonstrate your problem-solving skills and analytical thinking. Strong performance in math can show colleges that you have the quantitative skills needed for a range of college-level courses.

Social Studies

Your grades in Social Studies reveal your understanding of historical contexts, political systems, and social dynamics. They indicate your ability to analyze and interpret complex information, which is valuable in many fields of study.

Science grades are crucial as they showcase your grasp of scientific concepts and your ability to conduct experiments and analyze data. Colleges look for students who excel in science because it reflects your curiosity and ability to tackle empirical challenges.

Foreign Language

Proficiency in a foreign language not only demonstrates your ability to understand and communicate in another language but also your cultural awareness and adaptability. Many colleges value this as it highlights your readiness for global engagement.

Overall, strong grades in these core subjects are seen as a reliable indicator of your academic capabilities and preparedness for college-level coursework. They provide colleges with a snapshot of your foundational knowledge and skills, helping them assess your fit for their programs.

Understanding how colleges evaluate your high school grades is crucial to optimizing your academic strategy. Here's a breakdown of what you can expect at each stage of your high school journey and how colleges view your performance:

Freshman Year: A Gentle Introduction

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In your freshman year, everything's new—more responsibility, more homework, and a brand-new school environment. Colleges generally understand this transition and offer some leniency regarding your grades. While they do look at your freshman year grades, a few slip-ups here won't ruin your college chances. Think of this year as your warm-up lap in the marathon of high school.

Sophomore Year: Stepping It Up

By sophomore year, you're no longer a newbie. Colleges expect to see more consistency and growth as you settle into the rhythm of high school. This is often the year when you start taking on advanced coursework, like AP or honors classes, so it's essential to demonstrate your ability to handle more challenging material. Your sophomore grades serve as a critical indicator of your academic trajectory.

Junior Year: The Big Leagues

Junior year is the main event in the college admissions process. This year is pivotal because it's the last full year of grades colleges see when you apply. Junior year grades reflect your academic maturity and readiness for college, and they offer a snapshot of your intellectual growth and potential. Think of them as your academic highlight reel, showing colleges where you're headed and what you can achieve.

Senior Year: The Finishing Touch

While junior year grades are crucial, senior year grades still matter, especially in the first semester. Colleges use these grades to assess your preparedness for higher education. And don't think that once you've been accepted, you're in the clear—colleges do look at your final transcripts. A significant drop in performance during your second semester can lead to rescinded offers, so stay the course and finish strong.

Understanding GPA: Weighted vs. Unweighted

When colleges evaluate your grades, they also consider how your GPA is calculated. Some schools use weighted GPAs , which factor in the difficulty of courses like AP, Honors, or IB classes and are calculated on a 5.0 scale. Unweighted GPAs don’t account for course difficulty and are based on a 4.0 scale. Colleges consider both types to ensure fair comparisons among applicants.

Making the Most of Your High School Years

Grades are an integral part of your college application, but they are just one piece of the puzzle. By understanding how colleges evaluate each stage of your high school career, you can strategically plan your coursework and academic goals. Focus on consistency, challenge yourself with advanced courses, and maintain a steady trajectory throughout your high school years to create a compelling academic profile for college admissions.

While grades are undoubtedly an important component of your college application, they are only one part of the story. Colleges are eager to learn about who you are as a whole person, not just your academic achievements. Here's what they care about beyond your transcript:

Extracurricular Activities: Showcasing Your Passions

Colleges love to see students who are active participants in their communities and who pursue interests outside of the classroom. These activities highlight your passions and help to paint a fuller picture of who you are:

• Sports: Participation in sports demonstrates teamwork, discipline, and leadership skills. It shows that you can commit to a team and balance academics with other responsibilities.
• Arts: Whether it’s music, theater, or visual arts, engaging in the arts indicates creativity and the ability to think outside the box.
• Volunteering: Community service projects illustrate your empathy, compassion, and dedication to making a difference in the lives of others.
• Clubs and Organizations: Involvement in school clubs or organizations showcases your interests and leadership potential. It reflects your ability to work collaboratively with others.

Your extracurricular activities provide colleges with insights into your character and how you spend your time outside of academics.

Teacher Recommendations: A Peek into Your Character

Letters of recommendation from teachers are invaluable because they offer a third-party perspective on who you are as a student and person:

• Classroom Behavior: Teachers can comment on your participation, work ethic, and how you engage with peers and instructors.
• Growth and Development: Recommendations often highlight your growth over time and your ability to overcome challenges.
• Character Traits: Teachers can speak to your integrity, leadership, and interpersonal skills, providing colleges with a more complete understanding of your character.

These letters help admissions officers get to know you beyond the grades, revealing aspects of your personality and potential that aren’t visible on a transcript.

Personal Essays: Telling Your Story

Your personal statement or application essays are your chance to speak directly to admissions officers and tell them who you are:

• Personal Insights: Essays allow you to share your unique story, experiences, and motivations that have shaped you.
• Values and Beliefs: Your writing can reveal your core values, what you care about, and how you see the world.
• Goals and Ambitions: Discussing your future aspirations shows colleges how you plan to use your education and make a difference.

A well-crafted essay can significantly impact your application by providing a voice to your application and showing how you align with the college’s values and community.

Standardized Test Scores: Still a Factor

While many colleges are moving away from requiring standardized test scores, such as the SAT or ACT, they still play a role for some schools:

• Readiness for College: Test scores can indicate your readiness for college-level work and your ability to perform under pressure.
• Comparison Across Applicants: Scores provide a standardized way to compare applicants from different educational backgrounds.

Research the requirements of each college you’re interested in to determine whether standardized test scores are necessary for your application.

Demonstrated Interest: Your Commitment to the School

Colleges appreciate applicants who show genuine interest in attending their institution. Demonstrated interest can influence admission decisions:

• Campus Visits: Visiting a campus shows that you’re serious about attending and willing to invest time in exploring the college.
• College Fairs: Engaging with college representatives at fairs or events highlights your enthusiasm for the school.
• Interviews and Inquiries: Reaching out to admissions officers, alumni, or current students can demonstrate your interest and eagerness to learn more.

Colleges want students who are excited about attending and who align with their community and values.

Students should prepare their grades for college

When it comes to college admissions, early preparation is vital. While some may think the junior year is the time to start thinking about college applications, the truth is that students should start preparing much earlier on. 

In fact, students hoping to attend top 100 universities should be aiming for academic success beginning in the first year and onward. Outside of academics, this preparation for younger students means maintaining a higher GPA, joining extracurriculars, and pursuing leadership opportunities.

Admissions advisors often look at a student’s growth throughout their high school career, so consistent effort in their college grades can make a big difference. Of course, junior year is also essential for college admissions as it’s when students take standardized tests and begin visiting schools. That’s why starting early with college preparations helps set students up for success in the long run.

Grades considered by colleges

Colleges look at various factors when determining whether to admit a student. In addition to grades, colleges look at standardized test scores, extracurricular activities, essays, and letters of recommendation.

The weight that each of these factors holds varies from college to college. For some institutions, grades are the most crucial factor, while others may be less important.

Some colleges only consider your grades from your junior and senior years, while others look at your entire high school academic record.

Here’s how to prepare your grades for college

If you’re behind in your classes, it’s important to start figuring out a game plan to get back on track. It is crucial to consider the following factors to improve grades in high school:

• Taking classes that match your abilities and interests can help you focus on your studies and maintain a high level of interest.
• Finding a study routine that works for you is essential; creating a schedule and sticking to it will help keep you on track.
• Ask for help when needed; there is no shame in admitting that you need assistance and seeking guidance from teachers or other students.
• Make time for extracurricular activities and socializing; these activities can help relieve stress and allow you to take a break from your studies.
• Get plenty of rest and eat well; these things are vital for maintaining focus and energy levels.

If you are struggling in a particular class, there are a few things you can do to try to improve your grades:

• Talk to your teacher: They may be able to offer guidance on how to improve your performance in the class. Educators appreciate when students are proactive.
• Complete all your assignments: It is vital to keep up with the work even if you struggle with the material.
• Study more effectively: many different techniques can help you learn and retain information more effectively.
• Get help from a tutor : if you are having trouble understanding the material, meeting with a tutor can be extremely helpful. It’s worth the extra time to solidify your learnings.

Consider these factors in your college application

When thinking about college admissions, one of the most important things to consider is your grade point average (GPA). While a high GPA can open doors to specific schools or scholarships, a low GPA might limit your options and make it harder for you to stand out among a pool of applicants. 

It’s never too early to start looking at your grades and finding ways to improve them, whether studying harder for tests or seeking extra help from teachers or tutors.

Another factor to consider in college admissions is extracurriculars and other activities. Admissions officers want to see that you have a well-rounded profile, so getting involved in clubs, sports, volunteering, or other pursuits can significantly enhance your application.

While the college admissions process demands a lot from students, taking steps such as monitoring grades and extracurriculars and researching potential schools can set you on the right path to a thrilling college experience.

When it comes to making big decisions about your career, it can be helpful to seek out guidance from a professional. A college admissions counselor or coach can provide an objective perspective and offer expert advice based on their training and experience.

These counselors can also help clarify your goals, identify your strengths and weaknesses, and develop a plan to succeed in your chosen field. Consulting a professional can also give you access to helpful resources, such as industry contacts and job opportunities.

75% of college students start college uncertain or change majors before they finish their chosen majors. It is imperative to identify what course to take in college.

Choosing a reputable consultant or coach with experience in the field you’re interested in pursuing is essential. Overall, consulting a professional can be a valuable investment in your college grade performance and future career success.

Grades are an essential part of the college admissions process, but they are just one piece of a multifaceted application. By understanding how colleges evaluate grades and what else they consider, you can strategically position yourself for success. Remember, every aspect of your application matters, and you have multiple opportunities to shine!

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Do Colleges Look at All High School Grades?

Yes, colleges review all of your high school grades, but they weigh them differently. Core subjects like English, Math, Science, Social Studies, and Foreign Language are typically more scrutinized than electives. Each year of high school carries its importance, but junior year grades are often the most critical.

How Important Are Junior Year Grades?

Junior year grades are generally the most important, as they are the last full year of grades that colleges see before you apply. These grades reflect your academic maturity and readiness for college and are often a strong predictor of how you’ll perform in higher education.

Can Poor Freshman Year Grades Affect College Admission?

While colleges consider freshman year grades, they often understand that students are adjusting to high school. A rough start in ninth grade won’t necessarily ruin your chances, especially if you show consistent improvement in subsequent years.

How Do Weighted and Unweighted GPAs Affect Admissions?

Weighted GPAs take into account the difficulty of your courses, offering a potential advantage if you've taken advanced classes like AP or IB courses. Unweighted GPAs are based on a 4.0 scale and do not account for course difficulty. Colleges typically evaluate both to understand your academic rigor.

What Is Considered a “Good” GPA for College Applications?

A “good” GPA varies depending on the college, but generally, a GPA of 3.0 or higher is often considered competitive for many schools. However, selective colleges might expect a GPA closer to 4.0, especially in rigorous courses. Always check the specific requirements of each college.

Are Senior Year Grades Important?

Yes, senior year grades, particularly in the first semester, are important. They demonstrate your readiness for college-level work and your ability to maintain performance even after receiving college offers. Remember, colleges can rescind offers if your grades drop significantly in the second semester.

Do Colleges Consider Class Rank?

Some colleges do consider class rank, which provides context on how your academic performance compares to your peers. However, many schools are moving away from this metric, focusing more on GPA, course rigor, and personal achievements.

How Can I Make Up for Poor Grades in My Application?

Highlight strengths in other areas, such as extracurricular activities, leadership roles, or a compelling personal essay. Demonstrating growth and resilience over time can offset less-than-perfect grades, showing colleges your potential and determination.

What If My School Doesn’t Offer Advanced Courses?

Colleges consider the resources available to you. If your school doesn’t offer advanced courses, they won’t penalize you for not taking them. Focus on excelling in the courses you do have and highlighting your involvement in other areas.

Do Colleges Look at Grades From Middle School?

Generally, colleges do not consider middle school grades. They focus on high school performance, which is more relevant to your college readiness. However, strong foundational skills developed in middle school can help you succeed in high school courses.

If you're curious about how your grades align with college acceptance criteria, check out The Top 25 Colleges and Universities that Accept a 3.4 GPA for insights into how certain GPAs fit into the broader admissions landscape.

Once you understand where you stand with a 3.4 GPA, you might be interested in exploring options for slightly higher grades, so take a look at What Colleges Can I Get Into with a 3.5 GPA ? for a practical guide to the institutions that might consider your grades favorably.

Finally, to get a holistic view of how grades fit into the overall college application process, be sure to read College Application Help: 15 Tips to Help You Succeed for strategies on presenting your academic achievements effectively.

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Essay About Having Good Grades

ENTER Grades Do Not Mean Everything l, myself, used to think that grades are the basis for a successful and better future. I was honestly among the grade conscious students who always strive to excel In class; who get depressed when getting failed marks; and who Invest much time studying. That is because I have always thought that the idea of studying hard and excelling in school is the key for a good career in the future.

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Hence, the fact that the ones with bad grades are often the ones who are most successful seems unfair to me cause it was set in my mind that those with good grades are guaranteed to be more successful than those who have bad grades.

But not for long. Because I realized that getting good grades does mean something but it does NOT mean EVERYTHING. It is not the sole basis for one to have greener pasture and lifetime successful career.

Why is it that most of the students still think that grades will determine what will their future hold?

Why Is It that most people believe getting good grades guarantee success In life? Why Is that a student with bad grades create an unpleasant Image to other people? Simple, It Is all because of our collects established norms In terms of education. Society makes a big deal out of grades. It made students who have bad grades to often get looked down at. It established schools that implant to students the idea of getting good grades in parallel with being a better and more likely to be a successful person.

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Schools made students believe that a better future is ahead of them if they maintain good grades, excel in class, do well in school, and avoid failing arks. Students aspire for profession and great future opportunities, hence, with this idea set in their minds, they are motivated to do study and strive hard at school to get really good grades as much as possible as much as they can. They set high standards on themselves with the belief that the grades they receive are a measure of their success or failure In meeting these standards. But no, they shouldn’t consider aqualung good grades as the sole factor to success.

They should not let grades define themselves. Life experiences and learning from mistakes matters more because life is not all about the knowledge we obtain from school. Life is about how we personally deal with everyday circumstances, how we interact with other people, how we solve problems, and how we handle situations. These are things that are more to life which aren’t taught in school. Therefore I agree to almost everything what Lauren Martin stated in her article titled “Why The Ones Who Have Bad Grades Are Often The Ones Who Are Most Successful. I agree to what Martin pointed out in re article that the ability to learn from failures and life experiences are more important than good grades when it comes to being successful and prosperous In life. Great skills + Learning from failures = Best chance for success. Grades don’t really play that big a part. For us to get along In the reality of this world, we need to gain skills through life experiences and not through aqualung grades which are Just mere records of how great we did at school. I don’t agree though on how biased her point of view is and how she addressed the “tight-ass intellectual students” who

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A New Book Argues Grades Are Failing Students. Here’s Why

Joshua R. Eyler gives the U.S. grading system an “F” in his new book, "Failing Our Future: How Grades Harm Students, And What We Can Do About It."

Joshua R. Eyler gives the U.S. grading system an “F” in his new book Failing Our Future: How Grades Harm Students, And What We Can Do About It . In it, which publishes on August 27, Eyler makes the case that grades hurt academic success and are helping to fuel the ongoing youth mental health crisis.

Eyler is director of the Center for Excellence in Teaching & Learning and an education professor at the University of Mississippi. I recently spoke with him about how he came to these conclusions and the alternative grading systems he’s studied that thousands of schools are already using.

Is It True Grades Aren’t Linked To Academic Success?

One of the main arguments in favor of grading is that it inspires students to do work, and without it, students wouldn’t have any motivation.

The research doesn’t really support this claim, Eyler says. In his book, he points to a 2021 meta-analysis of many previous studies looking at the impact of grading overall . The study compared three groups of students, one who received grades, a second group that received feedback but no grades, and a third group that received no grades or feedback. The study’s authors note: “Overall results indicated that grades positively influenced achievement but negatively influenced motivation compared to no feedback.”

Perhaps more significantly, students who received comments without grades saw increased achievement and motivation. “Compared to those who received comments, students receiving grades had poorer achievement and less optimal motivation,” the study’s authors conclude.

And this research is not an outlier. “That work really confirms research that has been around for decades showing the [negative] effect of grades on performance learning and motivation,” Eyler says. “It’s a continuous thread that we see through these investigations.”

Why Do Grades Seem To Decrease Achievement?

Education scientists often talk about intrinsic vs. extrinsic motivation. Grades, most agree, are extrinsic motivators. “They're the prize, the candy, the reward that students get for following the rules and moving through the system,” Eyler says. “What we know about extrinsic motivators is that they are good for compliance. They work to get people to do things that they don't want to do. And so, yes, they can work to get students in seats, to get them to turn things in on time, to get them to participate.”

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However, there’s a catch. “An extrinsic motivator can never guarantee that someone will learn just because they're forced to be in a classroom,” Eyler says. “Learning depends on intrinsic motivation which grades affect pretty negatively.”

Additionally, grades can often interfere with fundamental patterns of learning. “The natural way that we learn something from a scientific perspective is we try things out. We make a mistake. We get feedback on that, and then we try it again,” Eyler says. “This is a cycle that our brains are really built to go through as we learn new things and grades arrest that process before it can ever take place. So we get to the trying things out part, and then we get a stamp of how well we tried them out without the opportunity to benefit from the feedback and the trying again.”

Beyond academics, grades are consistently linked to stress and negative mental health in students, Eyler says.

But Isn't Doing Away With Grades Impossible?

Grades seem so engrained in our education system that even talking about a school without grades feels radical. But there are many that exist. More than 3,000 Montessori schools, including 500 public schools, are gradeless. Beyond these, many K-12 districts and colleges across the U.S. have embraced nontraditional grading systems, Eyler says.

“There are definitely some great models and examples of schools that don't have any grades, both at the K-12 and college level,” Eyler says. But he’s not advocating schools across the country pump the breaks on all grading. “I think a lot of this conversation is really trying to get from the traditional grading schemes that we're in now to reorienting students' relationship with grades by trying out some of the alternative grading models that people are using.”

Many school districts are moving toward standards-based grading, which is also referred to as competency or proficiency mastery grading. Other grading methods include portfolio grading, collaborative grading, and specifications grading.

“There’s lots of different ways people are experimenting with the kinds of evaluation that they’re using to release the pressure valve and put the emphasis back onto learning and less about the grade itself,” Eyler says.

What Role Can Technology Play In This Conversation?

Technology isn’t needed to move from traditional grading to another grading method but it can make it easier by allowing teachers to create multiple opportunities for success through their LMS or other tools.

Elyer points to a colleague at the University of Mississippi who offers an unlimited retake system on chemistry classes. To do this the professor created a vast dataset of questions. “She has all the possible problems in the LMS and it generates new exams kind of randomly pulling from that databank. So it saves time. It helps to automate the process,” he says.

Additionally, new software is being developed to translate mastery-grade transcripts into their traditional grade equivalents. Eyler says these later tools may be helpful but aren’t necessary because colleges can already evaluate non-traditional transcripts.

What Are The Biggest Grading Misconceptions?

Many proponents of traditional grades say that without grades there is no way to tell if students have learned, but that’s not true, Eyler says. “There's nothing inherent to a grade that is intrinsically connected to whether or not a student is learning something. We can give students that information through written or oral feedback just as easily as we can, in fact, better than we can, just by putting a 92 or a B- on something.”

He adds this idea is tied to another common misconception that grades are necessary to maintain rigor and academic standards. “That's not true, either, for many of the same reasons,” he says.

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Erik Ofgang is a Tech & Learning contributor. A journalist,  author  and educator, his work has appeared in The New York Times, the Washington Post, the Smithsonian, The Atlantic, and Associated Press. He currently teaches at Western Connecticut State University’s MFA program. While a staff writer at Connecticut Magazine he won a Society of Professional Journalism Award for his education reporting. He is interested in how humans learn and how technology can make that more effective. 

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How To Get Good Grades Essay

There’s no one-size-fits-all answer to getting good grades. However, there are a few key things that can help you succeed in school and get the grades you want.

First, make sure you do your homework. Homework is a great way to review what you’ve learned in class and to prepare for upcoming tests. It’s also a good way to get extra credit.

Second, develop good study skills. This means finding a place where you can focus and study without distractions. It also means taking good notes in class and reviewing them regularly.

Finally, talk to your teachers and ask for help when you need it. They’re there to help you learn and they want you to succeed.

A successful student pays attention in class, does his homework, and studies every night for the upcoming test to earn a perfect 100 percent grade. What separates a great student from an average one is the ability to achieve the same results without having to put in so much needless effort.

A great student is not only intelligent, but he is also resourceful. He knows how to get the information he needs without spending hours poring over his textbook. He can study for a test in half the time it would take a good student, and still get a higher score.

So how can you become a great student? Homework help websites like Chegg can be a huge asset. These websites provide step-by-step solutions to textbook problems, and they also offer expert tutors who can answer any question you have 24/7. In addition, online forums are full of students who are willing to help each other out. All you have to do is ask!

Of course, becoming a great student takes more than just using resources like Chegg. You also need to have strong study skills. This means you need to know how to effectively take notes, how to memorize information, and how to stay organized. Luckily, there are plenty of ways to improve your study skills. For example, you can try using a study guide or taking practice quizzes.

A+ grades are not easy to attain. This is a great illustration of a youngster who is going places in the world and learning to adapt to his or her surroundings in order to get an A+. This outstanding success may appear difficult to some, but it’s really possible if you follow three simple principles. If you want to be that A+ student, you must fall asleep early like everyone else, form study buddies along the way, and adhere to all of your instructors’ instructions.

The first way to get good grades is by doing your homework. It is common knowledge that homework is a integral part of the learning process, and it should not be taken lightly. Homework allows students to practice what they have learned in class and to solidify their understanding of the concepts taught. The second way to get good grades is by studying for tests and quizzes.

This may seem like a no-brainer, but many students do not study properly and as a result, their grades suffer. To study effectively, students should create a study schedule and stick to it. Finally, the third way to get good grades is by forming study buddies. Study buddies are friends or classmates who agree to help each other learn the material covered in class. Study buddies can quiz each other, share notes, and offer moral support.

To obtain those high grades that every student would kill for, the first step is to fall asleep early! That’s right, you know that kid who stays up past 4 A.M. every night to complete their history assignment only to receive a “Dislike” stamp on their paper? That level of effort is completely needless.

A recent study done at Harvard shows that most students who get A’s sleep for an average of eight hours and thirty minutes per school night. So, the next time you’re up late trying to cram for that test, remember that it would probably be more beneficial to just hit the hay and get some rest.

Your second step to nailing those grades is to take advantage of every opportunity you have to study. This means utilizing things like flashcards, notes, and other tools that can help you learn the material. A lot of times, students will try to wing it and rely on their memory alone to get them through tests and quizzes. However, this method is often very ineffective and can lead to lower grades.

Finally, one of the most important things you can do to get good grades is to simply attend class. This might seem like a no-brainer, but you’d be surprised how many students skip out on class regularly. Not only does this mean that you’re missing important information, but it also sends a signal to your professor that you’re not really interested in the course. If you want to get good grades, make sure you’re present and accounted for in every single class.

Following these simple steps should help you boost your grades in no time! Homework, study skills, and attendance are key if you want to succeed academically. So make sure you’re doing all three and you’ll be on your way to getting those A’s in no time.

The good student will stay up late on the night before an English exam, while the great student will sleep soundly in their bed by 9 P.M., having finished only the most important tasks that evening, such as raising a level in “Call of Duty” and learning that a nickel has precisely 118 ridges around the edge.

The great student will have already finished their English homework the day it was assigned and only need to review for the exam, while the good student will be scrambling to finish it right before class.

The great student always has their work done ahead of time, whether it is an essay or a test. They never procrastinate because they understand that if they do, they will not achieve their best possible grade. The good student may start their work early, but more often than not they are finishing it the night before it is due. This puts a lot of unnecessary stress on the good student that could easily be avoided if they just managed their time better.

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Good grades essay

Good grades are an accurate prediction of future success. Companies would prefer to hire the applicant with the highest possible grade. Good grades mean that the person is a hard worker. Good grade means that the person is creative. Good grades mean that the person is responsible. Good grades mean that the person gives his or her best in every endeavor. Good grades mean that the person is intelligent. Good grades mean that the person can easily get out of any predicament. Companies would prefer to hire the applicant with the highest possible grade.

Generally, there will be many applicants for a job when it is advertised in the newspapers, radio and television. Managers would then cut down the number of application letters to a group known as the cream of the crop. One of the criteria for being included in this prestigious cream of the crop is a person’s grades. The manager would often prefer students who belong to the top ten in the class. Clearly, companies would prefer to hire the applicant with the highest possible grade. Good grades mean that the person is a hard worker. A student who spends more time in his or her studies would be able to grasp more of the class lessons.

A person who is weak in math would have to spend more time practicing the math problems in order to improve the person’s accuracy in solving math computations. A person who is weak in math would have to spend more time solving the math problems in order to improve the person’s speed in solving math computations. A person will have to spend more time memorizing dates and events in history class. A person will have to spend more time memorizing places and the capitals of places in class. Evidently, good grades mean that the person is a hard worker. Good grades mean that the person is creative.

A person will surely have higher grades in art class if he or she puts his or heart into the job at hand. A person who is creative can easily come up with an art work that pleases the viewers. A person who is creative can easily create come up with an art work equates to a masterpiece. A person who is creative can easily craft an art work that stands out from the rest of the students in art class. A person who is creative can turn simple brush strokes into golden scenes. A person who is creative can turn a plain canvass or bond paper into a museum eye soother. Surely, good grades mean that the person is creative.

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Good grades mean that the person is responsible. A person can have high grades if he or she is responsible enough to comply with the requirements of the professor. A student is responsible if he or she submits all assignments assigned by the teacher. A student is responsible if he or she brings the materials needed for the next class activity in art class assigned by the teacher. A student is responsible if he or she submits answers oral question in class on the scheduled oral examination date assigned by the teacher. A student is responsible if he or she studies for the next day’s lessons assigned by the teacher.

A student is responsible if he or she attends class regularly. Undoubtedly, Good grades mean that the person is responsible. Good grades mean that the person gives his or her best in every endeavor. A good grade means that the person is not lazy to study the lessons. A good grade means that the person is serious in all aspects of studying the lessons. A good grade means that the person is exerts efforts to secure the book needed to study the lessons. A good grade means that the person goes that extra mile to wait the long line in the library to borrow books for the next day’s lessons.

A good grade means that the person is more than eager to spend lots of time in the school library researching on books that the teaches insists to be part of the student’s reading repertoire. Unquestionably, good grades mean that the person gives his or her best in every endeavor. Good grades mean that the person is intelligent. A manager would prefer to hire a person who has a ‘mind’. A manager would prefer to hire a person who has a ‘mind’. A manager would prefer to hire a person who can think out a solution on his own. A manager would prefer to hire a person who has is good in mathematics.

A manager would prefer to hire a person who can memorize lots of data needed to accomplish the goals and objectives of each project. A manager would prefer to hire a person who can devise a marketing plan that increases sales. A manager would prefer to hire a person who can devise a marketing plan that increases sales. A manager would prefer to hire a person who can answer each prospective client’s objection into a ‘buy’ action. Naturally, good grades mean that the person is intelligent. Good grades mean that the person can easily get out of any predicament.

A person can resolve any problem without the help of others. A person can resolve any problem without the help of others. A person can resolve any problem by getting inputs to resolve each obstacle from others. A person can resolve any problem by going that extra mile. A person can resolve any problem without having to resort to ‘surrender’ even when the end seems unkind. A person can resolve any problem with the few available data at hand. A person can resolve any problem by turning the problem or obstacle upside down so the answer literally falls out into the open for all to discover.

In crystal clear manner, good grades mean that the person can easily get out of any predicament. Good grades are an accurate prediction of future success. Clearly, companies would prefer to hire a new employee with the highest possible grade. Evidently, good grades mean that the person works hard in all his or her assigned responsibilities. Surely, good grades mean that the person is creatively turn brush strokes and plain canvasses or bond papers into works of art. Undoubtedly, good grades mean that the person is responsible enough to comply with the requirements of each assignment.

Unquestionably, good grades mean that the person gives one’s best in each and every endeavor. Naturally, good grades mean that the person is intelligent enough to resolve obstacles that come in the way. In crystal clear manner, good grades mean that the person can effortlessly breeze through any predicament and win. Conclusively, good grades are an accurate prediction of future success(Canfield & Combs, 2007).

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Good Essay Topics for Students

A good essay topic will make your writing phase easy and help you get good grades from the teacher. When you pick the essay topic, make sure it is interesting and meets your teacher’s requirements.

We compiled some simple essay topics that will help you in creating a great essay. 

Essay Topics for Kids

• Describe your worst nightmare.
• Football vs. baseball.
• Why is math hard?
• How to help animals?
• If I Could Fly.
• Benefits of drinking tea Vs. Coffee.
• Is your school day too short?
• Our school library.
• What do you like best about winter?
• Christmas Eve with family and friends. 

Essay Topics for Grade 3 

• My Favorite Season
• My Best Friend
• If I Were a Superhero
• A Place I Like to Visit
• My Dream Job
• The Best Day of My Life
• My Favorite Animal
• The Importance of Kindness
• My Favorite Book

Essay Topics for Grade 4 

• My last summer vacation.
• What is the funniest thing you've ever seen?
• How to prevent bullying?
• Why is it important to be honest and not lie? 
• What do you like about how you look?
• What is your favorite television show, and why?
• Can you live without television?
• How are we affecting the environment?
• Importance of recycling.
• If I Could Have a Superpower

Essay Topics for Grade 5 

• Write a poem about your favorite season.
• Skating and running have a lot in common.
• Who is your hero, and why?
• What if the president were a kid?
• Being rich vs. being famous.
• Cereal is not a healthy breakfast.
• A random act of kindness.
• Are boys too dominating?
• The rainy season.
• The Value of Honesty

Essay Topics for Middle School Students 

• What is your favorite children’s literature?
• From your point of view, what factors contribute to a good movie?
• Write about a vacation that you will never forget.
• Should people be allowed to keep exotic animals like chimpanzees or tigers?
• Should sports marketing professionals earn more money?
• Difference between effects of books and video games on morals.
• How many friends do teens need to have?
• How do online high schools compare to traditional education?
• What are the best informative essay topics?
• Should students be able to pick their teachers?

Essay Topics for Grade 6 

• Tom and Jerry are the best cartoons.
• Reading is more important than math.
• A field trip that your class took.
• Annual day in my school.
• How to deal with a bully
• A world where dogs take over. 
• Should boys and girls be in separate classes?
• Describe your future life.
• How should parents be an example to their children?
• Technology and education.

Essay Topics for Grade 7 

• The value of volunteerism
• The impact of social media on relationships
• A good diet means good health.
• Zoos are unsafe for young children.
• My favorite academic writing website.
• Why is it important to set goals?
• What is the best decision you ever made?
• Schools and colleges should minimize the fees.
• Effects of social media on youth.
• How fair is our election process?

Essay Topics for Class 8 

• The importance of financial literacy
• Exploring gender equality.
• Technology makes people's lives better.
• Is the death penalty right?
• Youth activism
• The power of literature
• Do you prefer weekdays or weekends?
• The matter of age in a relationship.
• Do your teachers use technology well?
• Do you make friends slowly or quickly? 

Essay Topics for Class 9 

• The impact of social media on young people's mental health
• Should school uniforms be mandatory? Why or why not?
• How can we reduce bullying in schools?
• The importance of physical exercise for students
• Is homeschooling a better option than traditional schooling?
• The benefits and drawbacks of online learning
• The impact of technology on communication skills
• The impact of fast food on public health
• The effects of climate change on the environment
• The importance of conserving natural resources for future generations

Essay Topics for Class 10 

• The impact of chemical fertilizers on the environment
• The role of mathematics in daily life 
• The importance of vaccines in preventing diseases
• The physics of roller coasters
• The impact of social media on mental health
• The benefits of learning a second language
• The impact of computers on modern society
• The role of art and music in promoting mental health
• The history and significance of the Indian Constitution
• The impact of globalization on Indian economy 

Essay Topics for O levels 

• Why is education important for personal and societal development?
• How has social media changed the way we communicate and interact with one another?
• How can sports help individuals develop discipline, teamwork, and leadership skills?
• What are some of the drawbacks of technological advancements in our daily lives?
• What can individuals and governments do to promote sustainable development?
• How has globalization affected cultural diversity and individual identity?
• Why is it important to prioritize mental health?
• Should animals be used for scientific research?
• How have historical events shaped the world we live in today?
• How can volunteerism and community service benefit both individuals and society?

Essay Topics for High School Students

• Does social media negatively impact teenagers’ social lives?
• Do you always have your phone or tablet at your side?
• Should children be punished for inappropriate behavior?
• What is the most important thing in the world to you?
• Is there a connection between real-life violence and video games?
• Ways to deal with insomnia and other sleeping disorders.
• Do advancements in modern technologies ruin childhood?   
• The implementation of capital punishment should be adopted universally.
• Methods of preventing excessive air pollution from factories.
• Pros and cons of getting admission to an expensive university.

Essay Topics for Grade 12 

• The Benefits and Challenges of Online Learning
• The Ethics of Artificial Intelligence
• The Role of Social Media in Politics
• The Importance of Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
• The Impact of Climate Change on Global Health
• The Ethics of Genetic Engineering
• The Pros and Cons of Universal Basic Income
• The Future of Space Exploration
• The Value of Intercultural Competence
• The Role of Art and Culture in Society

Essay Topics for College Students 

• What are the advantages the US educational system offers to international students?
• Explain the possible consequences of dropping out of college.
• Social media has played a big role in increasing business opportunities.
• What is one thing you want to accomplish in college?
• How would you feel about a computer grading your essays?
• What is an extracurricular activity that has been meaningful to you?
• Professional athletes are overpaid.
• Do you know the secret to Taylor Swift's popularity?
• The day you decided to change your life.
• Can you succeed in life working in the field of art?

Essay Topics for University Level 

• The Ethics of Human Cloning
• The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Employment
• The Role of Mass Media in Shaping Public Opinion
• The Relationship between Technology and Privacy
• The Pros and Cons of Renewable Energy
• The Future of Healthcare
• The Impact of Globalization on Economic Inequality
• The Ethics of Animal Rights
• The Importance of Cultural Diversity in Education
• The Role of Government in Addressing Climate Change

COVID-19 Topics

As the world continues to recover from the effects of the pandemic, it's worth examining some of the topics that emerged during this unprecedented time.

Here are some potential COVID-19 topics to reflect on:

• How does the current situation compare with other major outbreaks in history?
• What steps need to be taken now, or soon inaction might lead?
• How do you get COVID-19?
• Where do coronaviruses come from?
• School life during COVID-19
• How is coronavirus diagnosed?
• Mental health challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic
• Pros and cons of self-isolation
• The effects of Covid-19 on business
• A person or special friend you lost due to COVID-19

Essay Topics by Category

Here are some essay topics that can be categorized into different types of essays.

Good Argumentative Essay Topics

An  argumentative essay  presents arguments for and against an issue. You have to show both sides of the issue, but you only need to focus on the side that you support the most.

Some good argumentative essay topics are below:

• What should be done to reduce income inequality?
• Should self-driving cars be legal?
• Should companies market to children?
• Is it still important to teach English in schools?
• Are emojis beneficial or destructive to communication?
• Should women be allowed to fight on the front lines alongside men?
• Is cheese a good enough substitute for milk?
• Should the United States have one official language?
• Are the public school policies reasonable?
• The sales and production of tobacco should be made illegal.

Controversial Argumentative Essay Topics 

Essay topics are sometimes controversial. For your help, check this list that gives you ideas for a great essay.  

• Are hot dogs bad for you?
• Should euthanasia be illegal?
• Paper books vs. E-books.
• Are school uniforms advantageous?
• Should torture be acceptable?
• Sports make you a good student.
• Is bottled water safe?
• Monarchy: pros and cons.
• Is prostitution a crime?
• Should gym classes be required?

Funny Argumentative Essay Topics 

Do you want to make your essay more interesting? Why not try a funny topic? Humor is a great way to get your reader's attention and keep them interested in what you have to say.

Look at the below-mentioned interesting essay topics and write a great one.

• Why is wearing braces fun?
• Why are dogs, irreplaceable friends?
• Can a diamond be a girl’s best friend?
• Does Google make us smart?
• Things your mother is always saying.
• How to deal with breakups?
• Is music class necessary?
• Why do women like evening outs?
• Can I join your family?
• How not to sleep?

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Persuasive Essay Topics

A  persuasive essay  is a type of writing that you are often asked to do in high school, college, and university. It shows how well you can persuade people with facts and logic.

Here are some topics that you can use for your help.

• Should healthcare be universal?
• Should students learn cursive writing in school?
• School should take place in the evenings.
• What is the funniest movie you’ve ever seen?
• Do hobbies help people with their careers?
• How does it benefit nature to reduce human paper consumption?
• Dreamers must obtain permission to stay in the US.
• Schools should have playtime in between classes.
• Churches should pay taxes too.
• Is solar energy worth the cost?

Continue reading our blog persuasive essay topics and get some more interesting topics. 

Narrative Essay Topics

A  narrative essay  is a type of writing that tells the writer's story and experiences. The writer's point of view and life events entertain the audience in this essay type.

Below are some good narrative essay topics for your help.

• The story of how you got your first pet.
• How did you write your first essay?
• The beginning of a friendship or relationship.
• What I remember most about my childhood.
• The best songwriters of modern times.
• Write about a time when you felt on top of the world.
• Growing up in New York.
• How much time do you spend alone?
• A day in the life of a flight attendant.
• Did you like any particular subject when in school?

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Compare and Contrast Essay Topics

In a  compare and contrast essay , you show how two things are similar and different. This essay type is easy to write because you don’t need to use facts, but you have to express your thoughts.

The following are the topics for your ease.

• Mobile healthcare units or stationary clinics.
• Formulas of two different chemical reactions.
• Public vs. private transportation.
• Chocolate and marmalade candies.
• How do education and employment compare?
• British colonization and Spanish colonization.
• Eating fast food against consuming healthy meals.
• African countries vs. European countries.
• Differences and similarities: Writing emails and letters.
• Plagiarizing content vs. cheating on exams.

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Cause and Effect Essay Topics

It is fascinating to discuss the effects and causes of two subjects in an essay. An essay that discusses the effects and causes of two subjects enhances the students’ creative and analytical skills.

Take a look at the below topics and choose the best one for your essay.

• How happy relationships affect a person.
• Coke and Pepsi: Their influence on our health.
• What causes social media sites to lose popularity?
• Why would you mix Coke and Pepsi at breakfast?
• How does college differ from university?
• Explain the outcomes of low social status.
• Microplastic in food damages human health.
• What are the main reasons couples get divorced?
• What are the consequences of drinking and driving?
• How does social media help in overcoming shyness?

Choose from the best cause and effect essay topics for your academic assignment. 

Informative Essay Topics

An  informative essay  is a type of essay that provides detailed information to the readers. This type of essay requires good research skills.

Check out the below topics for your informative essay assignment.

• Kindness is the utmost personal trait.
• Things that cause eating disorders.
• What is the importance of oxygen?
• How can tanning be dangerous for your skin?
• The events that led up to World War II.
• Trump presidency outcomes.
• The important human health vitamins.
• How to clean your room?
• Eating Maggi destroys your health.
• Importance of vitamin C.

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Research Essay Topics

When you write a research essay, you present an issue based on the work of scholars and scientists.

Here are some interesting research essay topics that you can use or alter according to your teacher’s requirements:

• What is the future of religion?
• Effects of homeschooling.
• What are the pros and cons of cloud computing?
• How does a search engine work?
• Should prayer be a part of high school?
• Can bullying be a cause for murder?
• Effects of vaccination.
• How do behavioral patterns develop?
• The importance of mental health.
• Explain the art of Ancient Egypt.

Expository Essay Topics

An expository essay's main goal is to explain a process or a cause-and-effect relationship. You have to use facts and research to support what you say. The biggest difference between an expository essay  and other types of essays is that the point you are trying to argue is based on analysis, not just your opinion.

Some good expository essay topics below for your essay assignment:

• Explain why teens do drugs.
• How would you stop racism?
• How was your first day at school?
• Explain how a seed becomes a plant?
• Describe the state of the cure for cancer
• What makes a good friend?
• Explain how tobacco companies target teenagers.
• How to become a leader?
• Why do kids lie?
• Autocorrect could ruin your life.

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Definition Essay Topics

In a  definition essay , the essay writer gives a clear and concise definition of a term. In most cases, these essays are about terms that are not concrete and which can have different meanings depending on the culture or personal perspective.

Here are some excellent topics for a definition essay:

• Does money matter?
• Is one friend enough?
• What is honesty?
• Social media
• Define smelly cats/
• What is college for you?
• What is physics?
• Are bananas fruit?
• Explain the word “agility.”

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Descriptive Essay Topics

A  descriptive essay  focuses on describing details of a particular person, place, event, etc. Descriptive essays are usually about personal experiences or things that are vivid in the writer's memory.

Any topic can be used for a descriptive essay. For your help, we gathered some great topics, so take a look at them and pick the best one.

• Describe a lucky object.
• The best singer
• My first flight
• My favorite singer
• Going fishing.
• The traffic signal
• An inspiring view
• Best summer vacation
• Piece of art

If you're looking for more great descriptive essay topics , check out this blog. 

Personal Essay Topics

A personal essay is a story about your life. It should be written in a friendly, intimate tone. The essay should reflect your character and examine the emotions you have felt because of certain events that have happened to you.

Here is a great list of topics for your help.

• Your biggest loss
• What makes you a good coworker or friend?
• How did you get hurt?
• What was your most precious childhood possession?
• Why do people like karaoke?
• Your bucket list of wishes
• Why do some people avoid vaccines?
• Child discipline
• Your family traditions.
• Why don’t I smoke?

Problem Solution Essay Topics

A  problem-solution essay  is a persuasive type of writing. It presents a problem and then describes it in detail. The writer must show how to fix the problem, and they must be convincing. The essay must have strong evidence and arguments that prove that the given solution is the best.

Below are some topics that can make your essay great.

• What obstacles prevent people from getting help?
• Should college athletes be paid?
• How can schools promote tolerance?
• Educating women on self-defense
• Helping young people create a healthy family.
• What are the ways of avoiding cheating?
• The films are just not very good
• Cyberbullying
• Business problems
• Rising costs of bills

Classification Essay Topics

A  classification essay  is a formal piece of writing that shows how you group things together. You might put things with similar characteristics together or with things that are different.

Check out some great essay topics.

• Types of Music Genres
• Healthy breakfast foods
• Types of fashion brands.
• Reasons why graffiti is an art form.
• Types of lectures
• Portable music players
• Types of Food Cuisines
• Types of therapies
• Examples of women
• Types of internet commerce

Proposal Essay Topics

A proposal essay is a type of essay where you propose an idea and try to convince the reader why it is a good or bad idea.

You can pick any of the topics from the below-mentioned list and write a great essay.

• Can vaccines cause autism?
• The impact of gender roles in Roman society.
• A program for attracting more men nurses.
• What tests should be eliminated?
• Offer simple ways to deal with stray animals.
• Best ways to handle overbearing parents.
• Do statistical arguments in sports help?
• Turning points in personal life
• Should teens have jobs?
• How to decrease the number of smokers?

Essay Topics on Technology 

• The impact of blockchain technology on supply chain management
• The ethics of using drones in military operations
• The role of technology in promoting sustainable agriculture
• The use of biometrics in modern security systems
• The impact of technology on the music industry
• The benefits and drawbacks of self-driving cars
• The potential of nanotechnology in medical research
• The impact of technology on modern art
• The role of artificial intelligence in improving cybersecurity
• The impact of technology on the gig economy

Tips for Choosing the Best Topics 

Choosing the perfect essay topic is one of those things you really should do before starting your essay. If it's not something that interests or excites you, then how will anyone else find any passion in reading about it?

A good backbone for an interesting essay starts with a strong idea. For your help, we gathered some tips that will help you in choosing a good essay topic. 

• Identify your interests: Choose a topic that you are interested in or passionate about. This will make the research and writing process more enjoyable and engaging for you.
• Consider your audience: Think about who will be reading your essay. Choose a topic that is relevant and interesting to your audience.
• Research your options: Do some preliminary research on your topic options. Ensure that there is enough information available to write a comprehensive essay.
• Narrow your focus: If a topic seems too broad or general, try to narrow it down to a specific aspect or angle that you can explore in more detail.
• Brainstorm multiple ideas: Generate a list of potential essay topics and then narrow down the options based on your interests, research, and audience.
• Be creative: Don't be afraid to explore unique or unconventional topics that may not have been covered extensively before. This can help your essay stand out and capture the reader's attention.

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August 2024 M T W T F S S   1 2 3 4 5 7 8 9 10 11 13 14 15 16 17 18 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 29 31   Comments and moderation policy 7 Reasons Why Students Should Get Paid for Good Grades Written by Nathan Brunner . Last updated on March 8, 2023. It’s important to give students a reason to pursue good grades; when they’re fully motivated, their chances of receiving A’s increase dramatically. However, should students get paid for good grades? As it turns out, yes, they should! Here are seven reasons why students should get paid for good grades: It teaches students how motivation can help them grow academically. It encourages students to push for higher academic goals. It promotes a strong work ethic. It gives students financial freedom. It is a great investment, as their college tuition might get cheaper It teaches students how to handle money responsibly. It increases academic incentives. Let’s discuss why parents should consider paying students (potentially both K through 12 and college students) for good grades. I’ll list these reasons in ascending order, with #7 being the most important. Tip : Find Student Jobs on Salarship . 1. It Teaches Students How Motivation Can Help Them Grow Beyond the immediate monetary reward, giving students money in return for good grades leads them to understand how motivation can make or break their careers. When students are unmotivated, it cripples their academic potential until adequately addressed . This lack of motivation can result from a pointlessness in pursuing high grades and academic excellence.  For this reason, when students preemptively understand that earning good grades will lead to immediate monetary awards, it provides a much-needed drive for success . This reward system can help students get on track to a higher grade average with their assignments and also give them the determination to tackle future paid projects after leaving school.  Parents will also see firsthand what their students can do when given a burst of academic motivation. While their student gets a monetary reward, parents receive the gratification of knowing that their student feels more academically confident.  2. It Encourages Students To Push for Higher Academic Goals Another positive byproduct of giving students money for good grades is the likelihood of them seeking even higher academic achievements . These include selecting a more challenging course for the following semester and working extra hard on their next project.  Admissions Decrypted notes that while not every school system “weighs” classes the same in terms of the GPA (grade point average), some higher-level courses get weighed more compared to standard classes. These become valuable options for students who want to make some extra cash. 3. It Promotes a Strong Work Ethic One of the side-effects of encouraging students to get good grades for a monetary reward is that they’ll appreciate putting in hard work for financial success. Giving students money can push them to then seek part-time work outside of school to increase their income. This “domino effect” will help them continue putting forth hard work in their academic and non-school endeavors, knowing their efforts will pay off. This process will also help students understand how to prioritize their academic goals in the long run. If they can successfully balance a part-time job alongside school , they’ll learn valuable time management skills and a mentality for success.  Tip : 88,975 Student Jobs Are Available on Salarship . 4. It Gives Students Financial Freedom All students want to feel more independent. When they earn money for school success, they obtain a win-win form of freedom that encourages them to push ahead while giving them financial leeway. ConnectUs takes this further by emphasizing that parents should also encourage their kids to use their reward money to make a savings account. This will help them track how much money they’ve earned from their academic successes and will also give them an easy way to determine how much “fun money” they have available.  When students create a savings account built out of their successes, it will help motivate them to achieve more academic wins. Of course, it will also help them prepare for college and have decent money on hand in their new environment.  5. It Is a Great Investment, as Their College Tuition Might Get Cheaper This might come as a shock for parents to read. The idea that giving your kid money will save you money in the future might be an understandably bizarre concept.  This works because giving kids money in return for good grades will encourage them to pursue scholarships. When it comes to college costs, scholarships are an excellent way to alleviate the cost of tuition.  If your kid does well enough with their academic success, they could qualify for a merit-based scholarship. Goodwin University defines these scholarships as rewards for a student’s accomplishments, academic or otherwise. Community service efforts can also lead to a student acquiring a merit-based scholarship, depending on the giver’s requirements. After they’ve graduated from college, your kid will thank you profusely for giving them a reason to pursue strong grades and thus helping them avoid drowning in college debt.  6. It Teaches Students How To Handle Money Responsibly It’s important to teach kids early on about handling their money correctly to avoid potential financial issues when they grow up.  Parents should consider giving their kids money for their grades to help them learn about handling financial assets. This gives them an easy trial for learning the ins and outs of saving money and knowing where and when to spend it.  Another benefit of this mindset is that it encourages students to equate hard work with earned rewards. For example, let’s say they tell you they want an iPhone, which is certainly not cheap. To help them understand the importance of working for a reward, you can encourage them to pursue good grades with the foreknowledge of earning the money necessary to purchase an iPhone. You could consider giving more enormous reward sums based on the depth of their assignment. For quizzes and lower-end assignments, you could provide a somewhat meager amount. When it comes to bigger projects, tests, and exams, you could offer to give a substantially larger amount in proportion to the work that went into the assignment.  7. It Increases Academic Incentives If a student receives a decent sum of money in return for achieving a high score on standardized testing, essays, and projects, it helps them see the value in pushing for excellent results. In the long-term view, this methodology can also help them understand the importance of giving their best effort in future endeavors, especially in their career . Because they know from their school experience that they’ll get rewarded for academic success, they’ll also understand that their jobs will reward them likewise.  Parents can also consider continuing this reward system when students go to college. Naturally, assignments and projects in college carry a deeper level of intensity and detail required for success, sometimes mirroring future job assignments.  Continuing the reward system in college can encourage students to push for an even higher level of academic excellence that will help them get noticed by future employers . Salarship is a job board that focuses on low-competition jobs. Our office is at Chemin du Valon 20, Sierre, Valais, Switzerland. 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This article offers a detailed analysis of the NABARD Grade A Exam, drawing from feedback provided by candidates who took the test. The analysis highlights the overall difficulty level and exam pattern, showing a trend towards an Easy to Moderate difficulty rating. NABARD Grade A Exam Analysis 2024 The NABARD Grade A Prelims Exam 2024 was designed to evaluate candidates across various subjects, including reasoning, English language, general awareness, quantitative aptitude, computer knowledge, decision-making, economic and social issues (ESI), and agriculture and rural development (ARD). Candidates have shared their experiences with Bankersadda, leading to this comprehensive analysis. Overall, the exam was of moderate difficulty, with some sections proving more challenging than others NABARD Grade A Exam Analysis 2024: Key Highlights Check the table below for more information on NABARD Grade A Exam Analysis 2024: Organization National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development Exam Name NABARD Grade A Exam Date September 01, 2024 Category Exam Analysis Exam Time Shift 1 Official Website https://www.nabard.org/ NABARD Grade A Question Paper 2024 The NABARD Grade A Exam was conducted on September 01, 2024. This analysis provides a detailed review of the exam, including insights into its difficulty level and the types of questions asked. The written examination is the first stage of the recruitment process, with successful candidates moving on to the main stage. NABARD Grade A Exam Analysis 2024: Difficulty Level The NABARD Grade A examination conducted on September 01, 2024, provided valuable insights from candidates about the overall difficulty level and the nature of the questions. According to feedback, the exam was generally rated as Moderate in difficulty. The table below offers a detailed breakdown of the difficulty levels for each section, providing a clearer understanding of the exam’s complexity. S.No. Name of the Test Difficulty Level 1. Test of Reasoning Moderate 2. English Language Easy to Moderate 3. Computer Knowledge Moderate 4. Quantitative Aptitude Moderate 5. Decision Making Moderate 6. General Awareness Moderate 7. Eco & Soc. Issues (with a focus on Rural India) Moderate 8. Agriculture & Rural Development with Emphasis on Rural India Difficult NABARD Grade A Exam Analysis 2024: Good Attempts Candidates who participated in the NABARD Grade A Exam on September 01, 2024, are likely keen to understand what constitutes a “good attempt” for this examination. It’s important to clarify that “good attempts” do not directly correspond to the actual cutoff scores and can vary between different exam shifts. The assessment of good attempts is influenced by several factors, including the difficulty level of the paper and the average number of questions answered by candidates. For a detailed breakdown, refer to the table below, which provides insights into the sectional and overall good attempts for the NABARD Grade A 2024 exam. S.No. Name of the Test Good Attempts 1. Test of Reasoning 9-11 2. English Language 18-22 3. Computer Knowledge 8-10 4. Quantitative Aptitude 9-11 5. Decision Making 5-6 6. General Awareness 8-10 7. Economic & Social Issues (with a focus on Rural India) 25-27 8. Agriculture & Rural Development with Emphasis on Rural India 22-24 Overall 103-117 NABARD Grade A Exam Analysis 2024: Section-wise Breakdown The NABARD Grade A 2024 exam features various sections. A detailed section-wise analysis is provided below to help candidates better understand the exam format. We’ve also listed the types of questions asked in each section. NABARD Grade A Exam Analysis 2024: Reasoning The Test of Reasoning carries 20 marks. Reasoning Ability The Reasoning Ability section was of moderate difficulty, featuring a variety of question types. Some of the puzzles were time-consuming, particularly those involving variables. Linear Arrangement (Uncertain Number, Facing North): 5 Questions Floor+Flat Puzzle (4 Floors, 2 Flats): 5 Questions Alphabet Based Series Data Sufficiency: 2 Questions Blood Relation (2 Families): 3 Questions Inequality (Comma Based): 3 Questions Ranking Puzzle (With 1 Variable): 3 Questions Quantitative Aptitude The Quantitative Aptitude section was moderate in difficulty, emphasizing arithmetic, data interpretation, and number series. The data interpretation sets required quick calculations. Simplification & Approximation: 3-4 Questions Missing Number Series: 3-4 Questions Line Graph D.I Caselet D.I (Flower Based) Arithmetic (Time & Work, Partnership, Ratio, Mixture, Income & Expenditure, Discount) English Language The English Language section was the easiest of all, focusing on basic grammar, vocabulary, and comprehension. The passages were straightforward, with direct questions. Reading Comprehension: 8 Questions Parajumbles: 1 Question Sentence Rearrangement: 5 Questions Spot The Error Misspelt Word Decision Making The Decision Making section included questions related to various administrative and managerial scenarios. Rule of Thumb – Admin Example of Programmed Decision Making School Curriculum – Policy Role Of Manager Top Level Manager – Long Term and Complex Decisions Indecisive Scenarios General Awareness The General Awareness section ranged from moderate to difficult, covering current affairs, banking awareness, and static GK. Many questions were based on recent events and government schemes. 46th Meeting Antarctica Kharif Crops Premium GST Collection (June/July) Awards (Film Festival) Green Climate PVTG (Static) PM Jan Jaatiya Unnat Gram Abhiyan Purvodya States NABARD Fund Management Saarthi Collaboration Namami Gange Agriculture Manage Fund On Climate CDP Suraksha Economics and Social Issues (ESI) The ESI section was challenging, focusing on the Indian economy, poverty alleviation, sustainable development, and various government schemes. Budget: 4-5 Questions Schemes: 15-20 Questions (PM JANMAN, PMAY, PMGSY, MNREGA, MIDH, PMFBY, e-NAM, PMMSY) Forest Conservation Act Women Empowerment NABARD-UNFCC Agriculture & Rural Development (ARD) The ARD section was rated as Easy to Moderate, covering a broad range of topics related to agriculture and rural development. 2nd Advanced Estimation Importance of Calcium in Plants Botanical Name Evapotranspiration Highest Milk Production Of Buffalo Forest Report Aquatic Weed Wheat Variety Drip Irrigation Green House Subsidy Artificial Ecosystem PMAYG Eligibility Premium Kharif Crops The NABARD Grade A Exam 2024 tested candidates on various subjects, each with different levels of difficulty. The exam included sections like reasoning, English, computer knowledge, quantitative aptitude, decision-making, general awareness, economic and social issues (focusing on rural India), and agriculture and rural development. Based on candidate feedback and expert analysis, the overall difficulty of the exam was moderate. Here’s a breakdown of how each section was rated in terms of difficulty. S.No. Name of the Test Difficulty Level 1. Test of Reasoning Moderate 2. English Language Easy 3. Computer Knowledge Easy-Moderate 4. Quantitative Aptitude Moderate 5. Decision Making Easy 6. General Awareness Moderate-Difficult 7. Economic & Social Issues (with a focus on Rural India) Moderate 8. Agriculture & Rural Development with Emphasis on Rural India Difficult Overall Moderate Agriculture Exam Analysis Leave a comment Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked * Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. 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