U.S. News has compiled several college essay examples that helped students get into school. Shared by admissions staff or referenced from admissions websites, these essays stand out, they say ...

With UC admissions and other application deadlines approaching, college admissions expert Dr. Cynthia Colón sits down with ...

This opening "clearly sets up the experience and stakes that drive the essay ... For example, Hubert says she won several scholarships by writing about her journey as a first-generation college ...