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Oct 6, 2021
13 min

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, 2021
6 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, 2021
2 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, 2021
7 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, 2021
4 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, 2021
4 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, 2021
4 min

Choosing your path as a History major

Exploring industries, deciding between internships, and acting on your intuition...

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Jun 28, 2021
4 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, 2021
3 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, 2021
5 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, 2021
2 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, 2021
5 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, 2021
5 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, 2021
4 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, 2021
5 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, 2021
3 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, 2021
4 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, 2021
4 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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