While the University of Chicago says there is no strict word limit on its supplemental essays, other schools prefer brevity.

Learn how to write a college application essay that stands out. Tips on choosing topics, structuring your essay, and impressing admissions officers.

Six experts in college admissions share some warnings, tips -- and inspiring stories -- about coming up with admissions essays that work.

Do note that college entrance essay requirements come in all shapes and sizes. Most colleges or universities will likely ask applicants to write in response to a prompt.

When applying to college, your essay is one of the most important parts of the application process. A well-written essay can set you apart from other applicants, showcasing your personality, ...

The essay question is new for 2012 applications to the University of Maryland and is just one example of a wave of quirkiness and brevity that has swept the usually staid world of college ...

The essays are generally 500 words long. Underscoring the importance of the writing sample, essay-writing services that provide tips have proliferated on the Internet.

In her Reddit post, the woman explained that she'd helped her friend Tia with her college application process by sending her examples of her own college entry essays.

College Essays That Worked: See Examples originally appeared on usnews.com Update 07/14/23: This story was published at an earlier date and has been updated with new information.

The college application essay is of increasing importance for college hopefuls. Here, an admissions pro shares her tips on writing an essay that will stand out.