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Tips For Writing Your Application Essays

 

 

 

 

    • Before writing your essays

 

    1. Set a timetable for yourself.

    2. Identify your purpose.

    3. Focus on what makes you different.

    4. Make a list of your activities, jobs and experiences.

    5. List your strengths and weaknesses.

    6. To think of ideas, write without stopping for 30 minutes.

    7. Think about how you will structure your essay.

    8. Outline your essay informally.

    

 

 

 

    • When you write your essays

 

    1. Show- don’t tell: use examples instead of stating things explicitly.

    2. Write in the active voice.

    3. Sound like yourself; use words you use normally.

    4. Be clear, concise and direct.

    5. Be careful not to repeat an idea too many times.

    6. Each word should be meaningful.

    7. Link your paragraphs with transitions.

    8. Don't have too many different ideas in your essay.