College Essay Review

Use your resources to gain feedback on your personal essays.

“Who should I let read my essay? I'm nervous about letting a bunch of people read what I've written.”

I'm constantly asked by students about the essay review process. They sometimes get nervous to have others read their essays since they are often writing about very personal topics.

Students should definitely ask for somebody to review their essays. Having another set of eyes on an essay offers valuable perspective on how other readers will respond to your writing. Additional readers can help you catch mistakes, and help you make small changes that can elevate your essay in tone and voice. Feedback from a trusted source can help you make your essay stand out.

Excellent readers include:

1 - Parents

2 - Teachers (English teachers, but also teachers in areas of interest for study)

3 - Guidance Counselors

4 - Mentors

5 - Coaches

6 - Private College Counselors

7 - Trusted Friends

8 - Other Good Writers You May Know