Being creative when writing your college application essay
Thinktown's senior educational consultant Kira explains the key elements of a creative and outstanding essay.
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Aug 30, 20216 min
The hero's journey: How to apply storytelling principles to your main essay
Thinktown academic advisor Sophie tells us a story about family and love - as well as how to apply storytelling principles in essay writing.
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Aug 23, 20212 min
How your way of thinking makes for a unique Common App essay topic
Thinktown's educational consultant Olivia explains how one of her students came up with a unique idea for her Common App essay.
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Aug 16, 20217 min
Extracurricular activities — Your secret weapon in college application
We all know extracurriculars are important in your college application. So, how should you go about planning your activities?
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Aug 9, 20214 min
Gear up for the 2022 Fall college application — Things you must know
Everything you need to know before starting your college application!
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Jul 26, 20214 min
Tips for mastering an interview
Thinktown educational consultant Emma shares her tips on how to ace college admission interviews.
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Jul 19, 20214 min
Choosing your path as a History major
Exploring industries, deciding between internships, and acting on your intuition...
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Jun 28, 20214 min
The meaning of life through the lens of Blade Runner and the Ship of Theseus
Thinktown educational consultant Erin talks about innovative essay ideas and how to impress admission officers with your creativity.
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Apr 28, 20213 min
“Gaming” the system: why mundane topics make for great Common App main essays
This past application season, I helped brainstorm Common App main essay topics with a student who introduced himself to me in a...
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Apr 20, 20215 min
Unveiling the mysteries of women’s college
What comes to mind when you think about women’s colleges? You might think of public figures like Hillary Clinton, the Soong Sisters and...
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Apr 12, 20212 min
Letter to future roommate: a creative take on supplement essays
Click-clack goes the sound of my tippy-tappy typing. When you work fifty, sixty, and even seventy-four hours a week during the whirlwind...
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Apr 5, 20215 min
How I got into Northwestern University’s Film program
Steven is a high schooler in the U.S. with a passion for filmmaking. He recently became a member of Northwestern University’s Class of...
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Apr 5, 20215 min
The benefits of studying at a college consortium
When I first began the exploration into my college prospects, I made a list of my non-negotiables: small class sizes and...
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Apr 5, 20214 min
Which university’s menu is right for you?
With the heavy academic workload and high stress in top U.S. colleges, dining has become an essential part of the student experience....
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Apr 5, 20215 min
3 ways to enrich your extracurriculars during school time
The extracurricular activity list is one of the most important parts of application materials. Every year when students are sorting out...
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Apr 5, 20213 min
How to introduce yourself in a college interview
“Tell me about yourself!” The interviewer in front of the screen flashed his signature smile. At this moment, your brain is working...
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Apr 5, 20214 min
The ultimate guide to recommendation letters
The principle of “plan early, act early” is not only applicable throughout the application process, but also essential when obtaining...
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Mar 2, 20214 min
Why summer schools matter for your college application
If you’re planning to apply to top universities or Ivy League schools, you might find that their admission officers care more about how...
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