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Writing college essays that stand out is a critical step in the college admissions process. College admissions officers read thousands of essays each year, and a compelling essay can make a ...

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Every year, prospective college students stress over the application essay. They wonder what to write about, how they should write and whether the essay makes a difference. Local college admissions ...

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If you’re a student applying for college, writing a personal essay can seem daunting. But it doesn’t need to be. The News & Observer talked to admissions offices at Duke, UNC Chapel Hill, NC State and ...

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