Will Geiger estimates that he read about 10,000 college application essays over the course of a years-long career in college ...

Many college applications require a personal essay, which can be daunting for students to write. But a few simple tips, some introspection and insight into what admissions officers are looking for ...

Successful essays focus on a specific experience ... then sharing specific anecdotes to show that. For example, if you're passionate about history, you might write about a formative experience ...