Book Description:
Each year, millions of high school students struggle to fill out their college applications and the accompanying admissions essays. They realize that writing the perfect essay can mean the difference between acceptance and rejection and even perhaps between winning a scholarship versus taking out exorbitant school loans. The Adams College Admissions Essay Handbook gives students the edge they need to craft essays that will put their applications over the top. Burton Jay Nadler, a university admissions and career expert, has teamed with his daughter, Jordan an honors student at Cornell University to create a book that speaks directly to the needs of today s college bound teens. In addition to the perspectives of this dynamic duo, this handy guide offers additional insiders tips from a seasoned admissions professional, an English teacher, and a college counselor. With The Adams College Admissions Essay Handbook, students learn how to: Write on a topic that is best suited for the student Choose the best possible writing style Stay away from frequently made mistakes (do s and don ts) Edit the rough draft Write an essay at the last minute (but the authors don t encourage it) Essay writing success is based on lots of hard work, motivation, and perseverance. Filled with inspiring advice and practical tips, The Adams College Admissions Essay Handbook is the ultimate tool for any high school student who needs a boost in the right direction. Burton Jay Nadler (Pittsford, NY), author of The Everything Resume Book, 2nd Edition, is director of the University of Rochester s Career Center and assistant dean. He has worked in career services at the University of the Pacific, Southern Methodist University, and Dartmouth College. Mr. Nadler has recruited for one of the largest financial services firms in the world, and has written countless articles on career and job searching in publications including The Wall Street Journal s Managing Your Career.
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