More college essays

Below are some college essays by graduating seniors that were published in The New York Times. These focus on issues related to money. First there is a link to the article that discusses the essays, then there is a link to the essays themselves.

College Essays That Stand Out from the Crowd

Four college essays about money and privilege 

Assignment for Monday, May 20

Read the handout of college essays by college presidents. Come to class prepared to discuss what makes them effective or ineffective college essays. If you missed class because of an AP, here are links to these readings:

College Essay by the President of Barnard
College Essay by the President of Vassar
College Essay by the President of Wesleyan

Assignment for Thursday, May 16

Write the first two paragraphs for two of the Common App essay topics. (If you misplaced the handout, follow the link to the right.) I will have laptops for you to use in class, but you may bring your own if you wish.

The satirical essay will be due Friday, May 25. The college essay will be due Wednesday, May 29.

AP Exam Score Information

Your AP score will be ready in July, and you can access it online. Click here for more information from the College Board about obtaining your score.