Essays That Worked: 55 Essays from Successful Applications to the Nation’s Top Colleges

Ask any college admissions officer the most important thing about a college entrance essay is that it expresses the unique personality of the writer. But how exactly does one actually go about expressing oneself in such a format? Is it okay to be a little silly? How far can one stray from a straightforward essay before losing a reader’s attention? With ESSAYS THAT WORKED, Boykin Curry and Brian Kasbar provide an engaging and varying set of essays that exemplify the many diverse approaches college applicants have taken in the past. Every applicant regardless of style, interests, or skill level will be educated and inspired by this fine collection.