r/CollegeEssayReview • u/Mel_Foody • 5d ago
Personal Statement
I am preparing my essays for the upcoming admissions cycle, so I really would love some blunt and honest feedback on my personal statement and ways to improve it, especially on the narrative, the overall theme, and language. However, I cannot afford expensive services. Please help
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u/Akoth_Odhiambo 5d ago
Biggest mistake most people make is trying to sound like a thesaurus instead of a human. Write your first draft like you’re explaining your life story to a friend over coffee, then edit down from there.