when did you start writing essays for college applications? most

I never had to write an essay for my college application. But I'm going to a state school. Are you going for somewhere higher up?

Go ahead and write a few outlines in the next few weeks, then maybe a couple of rough drafts a bit after that. Ask for a bit of feedback from teachers. Then submit your best one with your application.

>>18606388
nah i'm just applying to u of o, university of washington, and a couple of UCs. putting my hopes on u of o for the most part though.

I earned my undergraduate degree from an online for-profit university that didn't even require an essay, so never. However, when I was applying to grad school, I had the rought draft of my SoP written months before apps even opened up. I was modifying and improving them throughout the process right up to the minute all my recommendation letters came in.

>>18606357
Go to the library and check out "College Essay Essentials." That will help you get started.