The New York Times shares some college essays from students who took a gamble by tackling taboo subjects with sensitivity. "For anyone looking to inspire their own children ... who are seeking to go to college in the fall of 2014, these four essays would be a good place to start," the newspaper says.
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You can't actually submit the Common App for the 2014-15 school year until Aug. 1, but the five essay topics are available for consideration. Rising seniors definitely should be working on their essays during the summer.
The agency that oversees higher education in Texas has launched a slick website to allow families to evaluate and compare public colleges and universities using measures like enrollment figures, costs and top majors.
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AuthorLinda Leavell is The Write Coach, based in Plano, Texas. She reads a lot about college admissions and writing essays. And she shares the best stuff. Or you can follow her on Facebook. 
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