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David’s Essays

David has written over 700 essays on college admissions.

These are available to everyone at no charge.

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Loser

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Uncommon Divisors

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Reject

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Nicotine, Opioids, Student Debt

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Get Me Rewrite!

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The Finger

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Teacher's Lament

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Differences

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Parenting Quiz

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Du Bist Ein Dummer Hund

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Awesome children! Guaranteed!

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Collateral Damage

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Advice

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Heartfelt

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Outrage

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Barriers to Service

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Safety First

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Recommendation Letter

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It's Electric

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