Many college applications require a personal ... in addition to answering three essay questions in 100 to 250 words. Georgia asks for a school-specific supplemental essay that's 200-300 words ...

The University of Chicago has long been known for its quirky application essay prompts, in past years asking ... last year who explained what the college is looking for. His advice?

How to Find and Secure Scholarships for College. Students should have someone proofread their completed essay without knowledge of the prompt, Hubert says. If the reader can discern what the ...