Welcome to your ultimate guide for navigating the often daunting process of writing college admissions essays. ‘Conquer Your College Admissions Essays’ is designed to provide you with the tools and knowledge necessary to craft essays that stand out and truly represent who you are as a student and an individual.

Authored by Erin Gordon, a highly regarded figure in the realm of writing guidance, this book combines her expertise as a lawyer, journalist, novelist, and writing teacher. With over 25 years of experience, Erin has become known as the ‘Essay Whisperer,’ assisting countless high school seniors in drafting personal statements that resonate with admissions committees. Her approach has successfully helped students gain admission to prestigious institutions such as UC Berkeley, Haverford, Boston College, Miami of Ohio, NYU, Northwestern, and USC, among others.

With the landscape of college admissions evolving—many universities now adopting a test-optional policy and some no longer accepting teacher recommendations—the significance of well-crafted personal statements and supplemental essays has never been higher. This invaluable resource will guide you through writing engaging, reader-friendly essays that highlight your unique qualities, making your application memorable.

In this straightforward guide, you will find practical tips that draw from Erin’s extensive experience in journalism and writing education. Her advice is crafted to empower students to create informative, engaging, and reader-friendly essays that authentically showcase their stories.

But don’t just take our word for it; here’s what some of Erin’s students have to say:

‘Erin was my saving grace in the college process. I was working with another tutor who wanted to rewrite my essay and change all of my ideas. I went to Erin, and she helped me edit my essay without changing my voice. Thanks to her, I submitted essays that were authentic to my personality and got into my top-choice school!’

‘Erin helped me boil down my writing to the strongest, tightest messaging possible, making my essays shine.’

‘I am so grateful to have had Erin on my ‘team’ during the college application process. I came to her with multiple essay ideas; she spent time on each, guiding me to hone in on the ones that best represented me. Her prompts encouraged creativity and thoroughness without unnecessary wordiness. I attribute my acceptance to my dream school in great part to her help!’

This book is not just about writing; it’s about discovering your voice and presenting it confidently in your admissions essays. Erin Gordon’s expertise ensures that you will learn how to express your individuality and make a lasting impression on admissions committees.

Whether you are just starting your college application journey or are well into the process, ‘Conquer Your College Admissions Essays’ is the essential guide that will make writing your essays a more manageable and enjoyable task. Embrace the opportunity to share your unique story with the world.