College application essay should reveal your character

Q. I'm having trouble with the personal essay portion of the common application [to college]. Should I go with one of their questions or come up with my own topic? What's your advice on choosing a subject and writing this essay? Also, they mention that 250 words is the minimum. Is there a maximum? Will this essay really make or ... (Full article: 786 words)

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