OnNetwork Mentors Help Students Avoid College Essay Mistakes
How Mentors Help Students Avoid Essay Mistakes
Even strong writers can make mistakes when writing their college essays. Small errors can distract from the story and hurt the overall impact.
OnNetwork mentors guide students to catch and fix these mistakes early.
Common Mistakes Students Make
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Writing too generally instead of being specific
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Using language that does not sound natural
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Forgetting to answer the essay prompt directly
The Role of a Mentor
Mentors help students by:
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Pointing out vague or confusing sections
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Reminding them to keep their voice authentic
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Checking that the essay connects back to the question
Final Thoughts
Mistakes are part of the writing process, but with a mentor’s help, students can polish essays into strong final drafts.
Tip: After writing, highlight sentences that sound too general. Replace them with specific details.
