Most high school juniors know they need to start thinking about colleges. However, many are under the misconception that they don’t need to worry about their college application essays until the fall of senior year. While this might be true for the rare few, it is far from our recommended timeline.

We encourage students to begin brainstorming for their personal statement in the Spring of junior year. We know that hopping into college essays right after AP exams and finals feels like unnecessary work that could be put off, but starting now will actually save them time and stress when it counts – in the busy months of September and October – especially if the student is hoping to apply Early Decision or Early Action. Many ED/EA deadlines are on November 1st. Some, like UNC Chapel Hill, for example, have deadlines as early as October 15th! 

The college essay process can be stressful, but it doesn't have to be! Let our timeline help you have the fall you deserve -- plus outstanding college essays you can be proud of. One of our primary goals at Admission Ignition is to give students a chance to enjoy their senior year of high school, avoiding stress and all-nighters. 

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We provide packages that help students from brainstorming to submission through essay strategy, remote editing, and thoughtful time management, depending on their desired level of support. 

Hoping to see you this summer!