Hey, can anybody share some well-written SAT essay examples that I can use as a reference? Even though the essay part is optional, I'm considering doing it to show off my writing skills. Thanks in advance!
Hi there, the SAT Essay section was discontinued as of 2021, so it's not an option anymore for anyone taking the SAT. The board observed that colleges were increasingly not considering the essay in admissions decisions, and they removed it to make the exam more focused and streamlined.
Instead of focusing on the SAT essay, I'd recommend putting your energy into your personal statement and supplemental essays. These will give colleges a clearer picture of your skills and voice as a writer. You can use a range of narrative techniques to make your essays interesting: storytelling, vivid imagery, personal anecdotes, etc. Try to illustrate your values, personal growth, or understanding of complex issues.
You could also take more writing-intensive courses or participate in extracurricular activities that showcase your writing skills, such as being part of your school newspaper, debate team, or literature clubs.
Hope this helps and best of luck in your writing efforts!
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