Leland+ Content Library

Essay Writing Best Practices

Learn the best practices for writing a compelling application essay, from brainstorming to drafting to polishing your final submission.

How to Choose an Early Application

A comprehensive guide to understanding Early Action, Early Decision, and Restrictive Early Action, and how to choose the best option for your goals.

The Deferral Strategy

A step-by-step guide on what to do after being deferred from a college, with strategies for crafting a compelling Letter of Continued Interest (LOCI) and demonstrating your continued commitment to the school.

Who to Ask & What to Write About

A comprehensive guide on identifying the best people to ask for letters of recommendation and a step-by-step process for choosing a compelling essay topic that highlights your unique story.

How to Prioritize Your Extracurriculars

Learn several methods to order and prioritize the extracurriculars list on your college applications. Grab the attention of admissions committees and learn to tell your unique story.

Why Are Interviews Important?

An overview of why interviews are a critical part of the admissions process, with a focus on what colleges are looking for and how you can make a memorable impression.

Extracurriculars: What Not to Do

Avoid the most common mistakes students make when listing their extracurriculars and learn how to create a compelling narrative that showcases your impact.

"Why Our School?": Program Question Guide

A comprehensive guide to answering the "Why our school?" question by focusing on specific programs, research opportunities, and academic offerings that align with your unique goals and interests.

"Why X School" Essay Review: UPenn, Columbia, Yale Examples

A detailed breakdown and analysis of successful "Why X School" essays for UPenn, Columbia, and Yale, with strategies for crafting your own.

Personal Statement 1: Example & Analysis

A detailed breakdown and analysis of a successful personal statement, with an explanation of its key components and a guide to crafting your own.

Additional Info Essay: An Overview

A comprehensive guide to the "additional information" essay, with tips and examples for turning your weaknesses into strengths.

Personal Statement 2: Example & Analysis

A detailed breakdown and analysis of a second successful personal statement, with a focus on its compelling narrative structure and powerful conclusion.

How to Elevate Your Writing

Learn proven strategies to elevate your writing from good to great, with tips on style, voice, and editing for a memorable application essay.

How to Prioritize Your Awards & Honors

Learn how to strategically prioritize your awards and honors on your application to make the strongest impression on admissions committees and stand out from the competition.

Are You Ready to Submit?

A final checklist to ensure your application is polished, complete, and ready for submission to your dream school or program.

Application Timeline Walkthrough & Example

In this video I will be walking you through a customizable college application timeline tracker template that I created for you. Check it out and good luck on your applications! Link: https://www.joinleland.com/content/item/urn:contentEntry:694612235b381540d85002f6?fromName=College

Application Timeline Tracker Template

I created this template to help you use your time effectively while applying to college! Check out a video I made explaining how to use it here: https://www.joinleland.com/content/item/urn:contentEntry:6946127756b5b2f63a8db7f6?fromName=College

Supplemental Essays: An Overview

A comprehensive guide to understanding supplemental essays, with tips on why they're important, how to approach them, and how to make them stand out.