Writing a College Essay: How to Stand Out in 650 Words or Fewer

Thursday, July 30, 2026 at 4:00 PM until 5:00 PMEastern Daylight Time UTC -04:00

In this one-hour webinar, hear from counselors within the Office of Undergraduate Admission and receive first-hand advice on what to consider and what to avoid when writing your college essay.

If you need any assistance prior to the event or have general questions or concerns, please contact the Office of Undergraduate Admission by phone (412) 268-2082 or email at admission@andrew.cmu.edu.

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