Publisher's Synopsis
The college application essay is one of the few opportunities a student has to stand out from other applicants in today's increasingly selective admissions process. This book asks current Harvard University undergraduates to revisit their college applications and compare their perspectives before and after having attended Harvard. What emerges is a fascinating, honest exploration of the ways in which one of the best universities in the country impacts its students. A book for for prospective students and introspective readers alike, What Harvard Really Taught Me shows that no two Harvard experiences are alike. This is a snapshot in time, revealing much about students' motivations, hopes, and dreams.
