When applying to college, your essay is one of the most important parts of the application process. A well-written essay can set you apart from other applicants, showcasing your personality, ...

The college application essay is one of the only times during the admissions process where a student can showcase his or her personality. While many schools primarily focus their essay prompts on some ...

After its viral launch last week, the chatbot ChatGPT was lauded online by some as a dramatic step forward for artificial intelligence and the potential future of web search. But with such praise also ...

For students who don’t think of themselves as natural writers, the college application essay often creates a lot of stress. I’ve seen students wrap themselves in knots, trying to use big words, ...

Ms. O’Rourke is the executive editor of The Yale Review and a professor of creative writing at Yale University. July 18, 2025 When I first told ChatGPT who I was, it sent a gushing reply: “Oh wow — it ...