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Elite American admissions systems seem shrouded in mystery. Plummeting acceptance rates suggest that even the most stellar academic record no longer suffices to differentiate a candidate from the rest of the applicant pool. The personal essay is an exercise in self-marketing, in underscoring your authentic value-add to a college campus. Without the right frameworks and insights on how to approach this task, many applicants miss the opportunity to convey something profound about themselves. After a decade of studying what works for the world's most selective admissions committees, we've crystalized the elements that distinguish winning essays from those cast upon the dreaded ""rejected"" pile. Through in-depth analyses of 25 Common Application Essays that have succeeded at Ivy League and ""Ivy+"" (Stanford, Caltech, UChicago) universities, you'll discover the transformative journey of composing an outstanding college essay that leaves a lasting impression. And beyond the samples, you'll gain actionable tools and concrete exercises in our workbook to compose your very own.

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""Working with the team at Athena was an absolute delight. They managed to establish a great equation with Aanya, one of trust and friendship, while ensuring that task management and decision making on the various line items leading up to the actual application submission was a collaborative process. What was commendable was their commitment to excellence, even if it meant being available with their guidance and support at the 11th hour. Thank you, Team Athena.""--Sandeep Lodha, Managing Director, Conde Nast India ""Working with Athena was an absolute game changer. From the essay ideation to the meticulous final touches, Athena's guidance and expertise orking with then wanal touches, Athe change. From the esay were invaluable. Their insightful feedback not only refined the essays but also instilled confidence in our child's abilities. With Athena's help, navigating the daunting college application process became a seamless journey. We are immensely grateful for Team Athena's dedication and passion in helping our kid achieve his academic aspirations.""--Madhusudhan Reddy, Executive Director, Goldman Sach ""Stellar. If we had one word for Athena's quality of service and results, it would be stellar. From our first meeting, Athena's team was extremely welcoming and eager to bring to fruition all our dreams and wishes. The college application process is a daunting feat, and as a parent who studied in a different education system, we always looked to Athena for guidance. In the essay writing process, Athena was with us every step of the way, from brainstorming ideas, to outlining drafts, to finalizing essays, leaving no stone unturned. However, the help didn't end there. When it came to publishing research, defining the activity list, and choosing the perfect major at each college, Athena never deterred. We are so grateful that Athena was with us in helping our son take the best step in the process."" --Mohd. Haque, Chief Commercial Officer, Americas, Cognizant

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Athena Education was founded ten years ago by two Princeton graduates to transform the education landscape in India and across the globe. Our mission is to empower high school students, guiding them to gain admission to elite universities worldwide and build the scholars of today into the leaders of tomorrow. With an exceptional team of consulting and writing experts, in-house tech instructors, research and art mentors, and a Harvard admissions consultant, we offer personalized one-on-one mentorship. From authentic extracurricular profile development to masterful college applications, we are a one stop source for all things college admissions.

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