Q. I’ve started to write some application essays and haven’t had much success so far. I started with the short answers first because the longer ones are way too daunting. But when I reread what I ...

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Need advice on selecting personal insight questions or writing any college application essay? Get insights from UC Davis Admissions Director, Robert Penman and Admissions blog editor, Abigail Loomis.

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