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Understanding College Essays and What Goes Where

Understanding College Essays — What Goes Where?
  • 30 May, 2026, Saturday
  • 04:00 PM To 05:00 PM GST

Join us for an exclusive information session designed for students and parents navigating one of the most confusing parts of the university application — the essays. This session breaks down the different types of college essays, from the Common App and Personal Statement to Supplemental Essays, so you know exactly what to write, where it belongs, and how to make it count.

You will gain a clear understanding of how essay expectations differ across the USA, UK, Canada, and beyond, what admissions officers are really looking for in each essay, and a simple framework to start writing with confidence. This is your opportunity to turn a daunting task into a powerful tool that sets your application apart.

What will you learn?

  • The difference between Common App Essay, Supplemental Essays, and Personal Statements
  • How essay expectations differ across the USA, UK, Canada, and more 
  • What content belongs in each essay (and what doesn’t)
  • Real examples of strong vs weak essays
  • How to avoid repeating the same story across essays
  • How to approach essays if you are Undecided/Undeclared
  • How your intended major influences what you should write
  • Common mistakes students make and how to avoid them
  • Simple framework to start writing essays confidently

Who should attend?

  • Students preparing to apply to universities in the USA, UK, Canada, or other international destinations
  • High school students unsure about the difference between Common App, Supplemental, and Personal Statement essays
  • Students who are Undecided or Undeclared and unsure how to approach their essays
  • Aspiring applicants wanting to avoid common essay mistakes and repetition across applications
  • Parents seeking clarity on how college essays impact university admissions decisions

Know about our Speaker

Anuja Niroula

Education Counselor | MBA (USA) | Undergraduate & Master's Admissions | Profile Building | Career Counseling

An experienced education consultant in the international education industry since 2017, Anuja specializes in guiding students through undergraduate and master's admissions to top global universities, particularly in the United States, United Kingdom, and other leading destinations.

Currently a Senior Education Counselor, she works closely with students and parents to design personalized admissions strategies, assess academic fit, and navigate competitive application processes. She is known for simplifying complex admissions journeys and helping students build strong, authentic profiles to pursue global opportunities.

Her core areas of expertise include:

  • Profile building and extracurricular strategy
  • University selection and application positioning
  • Essays, applications, and interview preparation
  • Scholarship and financial planning guidance

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