The "Why us" or "Why this college" essay is a chance for you to demonstrate why you're a great match for a particular school. In this college essay guide, I'll cover how to write a great "Why us" essay, the most common mistakes to avoid, some things you'll probably want to be sure you do. as well as a few of my favorite approaches.
📍Timestamps
00:00 – Intro
00:53 – Common mistakes to avoid
04:31 – How to find all the resources you need
07:07 – 3 approaches to writing a "Why us" essay
15:57 – What if you don't know what you want to study?
18:52 – 3 ways to make sure your essay is doing its job
19:45 – Additional resources
🔗LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO 🔗
"Why this college" Essay Guide + Examples
https://www.collegeessayguy.com/blog/why-this-college-essay
How to Find and Research Great Colleges: The Fiske Guide (Podcast episode)
https://www.collegeessayguy.com/podcast-stream/how-to-find-and-research-great-colleges-the-fiske-guide
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