how to write your ENTIRE common app essay (step by step guide)

[@TheAlmostAstrophysicist]

hello all! I hope this guiding outline and in-depth explanation of how you could structure your essay, and just how to think about it in general, helps!! I know it's a stressful time, but I am sure you have a unique story that will really show the reader who you are, it's just about getting that introspection on paper 😊 Timestamps in description box, and don't forget to check out the "how to write a college essay introduction" video if you need more guidance 💛 - kzbin.info/www/bejne/aHKUeaewf8dkmtk

[@Ashley-ut9zp]

you probably won't see this but you don't even realize how much of a godsend you are by uploading this video because it has helped me tremendously. Before i wrote my essay, I knew my topic but had no clue how to piece it together so it can be pleasing to the admission officer who reads it. But thanks to your guide and this video, my essay turned out so good

[@TheAlmostAstrophysicist]

I appreciate this so much! This was absolutely my goal with the video - to help students come to the conclusions themselves and figure out what's important to them/what reflects who they are. Really appreciate you watching the video and implementing what you learned in it and sharing that in this comment, it means a lot to me :) Good luck with application season!

[@cati4887]

girl thank you so much, this is so helpful, i was struggling to think of something to write and I found your video, watched 3 minutes and ideas just came all over me lol 3 minutes of this and now I have a paragraph

[@TheAlmostAstrophysicist]

You are SO welcome!! That's the goal, good luck with writing :)

[@ayomide7931]

where did you get into?

[@AshleyChing-c3o]

Intro - Set scene, choosing moment reflecting larger topic Context (250) Pivot to growth (80) Growth Conclusion (don’t restate but look to future)

[@athena6005]

omg ive watched like a million college essay videos and this is the only one thats helped. THANK YOU

[@mariar2964]

im so happy that i found your channel bc i want to get into uchicago and all your vids are so helpful :)

[@TheAlmostAstrophysicist]

omg that's awesome!! Good luck with your uchicago application - I'm so glad my videos can help 😁😁

[@mrpandey2194]

@@TheAlmostAstrophysicist yeah, same with me!thnxs for your videos

[@rebekahhong]

Thank you so so so much for this! I'm definitely using this for my essay.

[@TheAlmostAstrophysicist]

Of course, I'm so glad I can help!! 😁

[@maryjose6863]

Great effort in teaching the necessary writing skills . Thank you so much! I need help with my essay.

[@Bella-ii3iy]

I love your channel thank you for making college applications easier for the rest of us. Thank you!

[@bananabread2188]

so my essay does not have to be about my major?

[@AM-ef1pd]

this was really insightful, thank you so much!!

[@madhavilingutla4031]

Great info Priya !!

[@TheAlmostAstrophysicist]

Thank you as always!!!

[@1995aztek]

this was super helpful! and i'm also writing about astrophysics (:

[@yotamdubiner2545]

very helpful, thank you!

[@varvaramishukova224]

Thank you so much!

[@andrewmcconnell2862]

great video!

[@jacobmcconnell1371]

I agree, truly a superb video

[@qscience101]

Thanks a lot for this video.Really helpfull

[@TheAlmostAstrophysicist]

Of course, so glad it was helpful!! 😁😁

[@raquelarquette]

How do I write a good transition/pivot?

[@inlierinsaan5077]

can you please share the essay crafted on this outline?

[@HER04]

Thank you

[@chessfitness6894]

Can you pleaseeeee tell me if you submitted an optional video portfolio? If yes, could you make a video on that as well?

[@TheAlmostAstrophysicist]

Hey! Is this for uchicago? I actually applied a million years ago when they didn't have the optional video profile haha - but I'd just recommend making it fun and being yourself. Do something out of the box (no need for editing or anything at all). Personally, I'd probably do a few clips in different locations (my favorite running spot, at home asking my family to describe me (or even asking teachers lol that would be funny) - just genuine things that will help admissions get to know me. I can certainly make a short video about this and post it within the next few weeks. Good luck!

[@chessfitness6894]

@@TheAlmostAstrophysicistyou have no idea how useful this is, thankyouuuu!! I am applying to uchicago ed, I so want to get in😭🥺

[@michealadjei709]

It's been 2 years. How did it go?

[@riubhalerao2003]

It's been wonderful acc. Got rejected from every school in US but made it to UofT somehow. In my second year right now. (P.S. chessfitness6894 is my acc but I got logged outta it)@@michealadjei709

[@3SA-s1y]

When submitting common app essay, which is better just putting texts in the box or submit in google doc? Also, which format I should use when submitting in google doc ?

[@3SA-s1y]

Also, is it okay if the words end up only 470 words? Should I write more?

[@loveyalotz]

The essay you write should be in the box if you’re using common app.

[@amanueltefera1656]

thank you Priya, I want to be astrophysics too one day and you help a lot

[@TheAlmostAstrophysicist]

Of course, glad to be a part of your journey!! 😊

[@revasingh9463]

hey, I was wondering if you could edit and give some feedback for my common app essay?

[@yahgent]

great vid

[@andrewsmetana5446]

Ur a beast ty

[@m-w-yitbarek626]

Thanks a lot 🙏

[@alazaraddis7237]

Hi the vidio was very help full. Can you help me through my essay edition process please. If you have just 15 minutes per week😔😔😔 .

[@timia9981]

2:51

[@youdorealize-x2d]

It's really tiring getting a complete essay you know

[@bezawitfeleke9910]

Hey what about the university needs only 250 words

[@buffalobill6978]

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