Offers advice on the scholarship application process, what judges look for, interview strategies, and examples of both successful and unsuccessful scholarship essays accompanied by constructive criticism. - 12.09

An original and creative essay is one of the keys to getting into the college you've always dreamed of, as well as to getting the financial aid you deserve. This book gives you everything you need to make your own unique talents shine in your college application essay. Even if writing is not your strong point, authorMichael James Mason shows you: Exactly what admissions officers look for What worksand what doesn't, using actual student essays Proven techniques for writing your best essay Special tips for SAT and scholarship essays A last-minute checklist before you submit your essay And much more! Well written, very useful, and highly recommended. Hunter's Guide to the College GuidesDemystifies one of the most important and challenging parts of the college application processthe personal essay. . . . An invaluable resource! Gail Devine, director of college counseling, Louisville High School, Woodland Hills, CaliforniaThis book taught me what colleges look for in an essay and showed me how to effectively communicate my thoughts in writing. Ryan Miller, University of Virginia graduate - 10.07

Dennis, a homeschooling parent and writer, has added expanded material on scholarship availability and GED/certified diploma requirements for homeschooled college applications to this second edition of a guide to college preparation for homeschoolers at the high school level. This edition contains updated entries and new resources, and a new section of examples of college admissions and scholarship essays. Annotation )2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews. com) - 16.33

For students, personal statements and application essays are among the most difficult and most important documents they will ever write. They are difficult because they require both introspection and polish, and important because the writer may literally be competing for tens of thousands of dollars in a huge field of outstanding candidates. A writing tutor who has provided guidance on more than a thousand graduate applications, Joe Schall advises students on how to be competitive but not cocky, conventional but not formulaic, openly creative but still professional. - 30.49