The two essays most commonly associated with graduate school applications are the statement of purpose and the personal statement. This is an opportunity for you to connect more deeply with both the ...

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The personal essay is an essential component of your application. How compelling it is — or isn't — can make or break your acceptance.

These Cumberland County high graduates are headed off to universities after graduating this spring. Here are the college admissions essays four of them shared with us. The bright fluorescent lights of ...