Writing Tips : What Do Colleges Look for in Writing Samples?

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Channel: ehow · 2009 · Howto & Style

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Writing samples for colleges should be creative, unique and should illustrate the student's enthusiasm for learning, as colleges look for students who are self-motivating and hard-working. Discover what colleges expect from a writing sample with instruction from a writing teacher in this free video on writing.

Expert: Laura Minnegerode
Bio: Laura Minnigerode is a writing instructor and former classroom teacher.
Filmmaker: Todd Green

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