b'37Activity:Revise and Proofread Your EssayThis activity helps you revise your essay to prepare it for submission. When you have finalized the content andorganization, use the proofreading tips to polish your writing. Poor grammar and poor spelling are the easiest waysto send the wrong message to college admissions officers. Applying to CollegeContent Style And OrganizationHave I fully answered the essay prompt? Is my tone appropriate? Yes NoYes NoSome prompts are multifaceted. Be sure your essayIt should be positive and professional.addresses the prompt in full. If you need to more fully meet the essays specific requirements, write downDid I write from a personal perspective?what you need to add. Yes No____________________________________________ Since a college application essay is a personal ____________________________________________ statement, use the first-person point of view (i.e., I, me, my).Is my writing original? Yes No Is my language appropriate?Plagiarism and use of artificial intelligence (AI) are Yes Nosubmitting someone elses work or ideas as your own.Remember your audience and avoid slang and They are serious offenses and can jeopardize your casual language. Do not show off with fancycollege admission. words. Use clear, specific language. Choose strong, Does my essay express my individuality? descriptive words over vague words, such as things,Yes No many, very, and great.Your essay should reflect your individual traits and experiences. Which paragraphs communicate yourIs my organization effective with an engaging distinct qualities? Which need more work? introduction, a relevant middle, and a strong finish? ____________________________________________ Are my transitions well-defined?____________________________________________Yes No____________________________________________ An appealing essay often begins with an anecdoteor statement that makes the main point. It canHave I written for my audience? continue in order of importance or chronology. Yes NoWill your essay capture an admissions officersIs my essay the right length?attention? Is the topic appropriate for your audience? Yes NoWhich details are most interesting? Could youGood writing makes your point in as few words improve any content to make it more engaging? as possible. Check your word count against the ____________________________________________ applications instructions, (e.g., the Common App ____________________________________________ gives you a 650 word limit for your essay).Proofreading TipsRead through a printed copy of your essay to better catch typos and grammatical or formatting errors.Do not rely on Spellcheck. It may not catch words that are spelled correctly but misused in your essay.Read your essay out loud. You will catch mistakes and awkward phrases.Take breaks between each round of writing and revising.Ask a member of your college prep team to proofread your essay. Others will often catch errors you miss even after several readings.'