📝 Welcome to College Essays
This is your space to talk about everything related to the college essay process—from brainstorming your main Common App essay to refining supplements and getting feedback that actually helps. Use this group to: - Get help choosing the right story for your personal statement - Workshop your “Why Us,” “Community,” or “Diversity” supplements - Share draft sections for feedback - Ask structure, tone, or editing questions - Improve clarity, connection, and impact 📌 What Belongs Here: - Personal statement ideas, hooks, and narrative questions - Supplement strategy: what to highlight, how to avoid repetition - “Which essay should I cut?” or “Do these two contradict?” type posts - Style, voice, and vulnerability challenges - Requests for feedback or peer review This is not the place for test prep, application strategy, or activity list questions. ✅ Quick Posting Rules: - Be clear: “Does this hook work for a story about losing my debate final?” > “Thoughts on this?” - Use paragraphs—not giant text blocks - Give context: grade, prompt, word count, and what you’re stuck on - Be respectful when giving feedback—critique the work, not the writer - Always give at least one helpful reply before posting your own draft Your essay isn’t just a story—it’s your voice, your values, and your moment.Use this space to get it right. — Team Ivy League Roadmap