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.
This piece from ProPublica describes how college admissions offices game the system, but it also offers insights into how a student might use those games to his advantage.
UT has announced it will limit automatic admission for the freshman class to the top 7 percent in 2014.
This is a fascinating story about how private university tuition starting spiraling out of control. The takeaway is that a wildly expensive education doesn't always mean wildly better. It might just mean more expensive.
Yes, college admissions officials do look at your Facebook page. And yes, if they don't like what they see, it may keep you out of the college of your choice.
Check out one Harvard admissions official's suggestions for ensuring that parents don't become overly invested and counterproductive in their children's collegiate futures. This is one excellent blog post, but the whole NYT blog is terrific for insight about the college admissions process.
Wondering about whom to ask to write your letters of recommendation? And what they should say on your behalf. The Huffington Post has several great tips.
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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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