Making Your College Application Stand Out

Accredited online colleges across the Internet are bombarded with applications for programs all year long. Luckily, because they are accredited online colleges, they generally have more space than a traditional brick and mortar college, but you will still need to go through the applications process. How do you make sure that an admissions officer notices your application? There are hundreds of thousands of applications pouring in, and you need yours to be one of the best so that you can continue your education. Use these tried and true ideas for making your application a success so you can be on your way to a new career.

Most colleges will have you write an application essay. Make sure your essay is well thought out and thought provoking. Plan to spend time on it, and start early so you don't feel rushed. Make sure your thesis is clear and original. Use your transcript to your advantage. Your GPA should be solid and above a 2.0 to be considered. Take challenging classes so that your transcript is more impressive.

If you find that you need letters of recommendation, only include the most enthusiastic letters that are well written by intelligent people. Although your Uncle Bob's opinion of you may be wonderful, it's best to include the recommendation of a trusted and respected teacher instead. Finally, include your activities outside of schoolwork, such as charity work or work in the community. This will show that you have interests and are willing to use them to benefit other people. Good luck with your application!

DegreeSearch.org (http://degreesearch.org/portal/degrees) is an online portal for finding accredited online degrees. Billings Farnsworth is a freelance writer.