How to write the best college essay
03.16.2022 | Jennifer JohnsonWriting the college essay is the most stressful — and arguably the most important — part of the application process.
Writing the college essay is the most stressful — and arguably the most important — part of the application process.
You’ve started the Common App, you’re working on the essay — what about your letters of recommendation?
The deadline for first year-student applications is Jan. 15.
Every effort will be made to ensure the safety of all office visitors as well as the Willamette community.
Willamette among 126 colleges in the western U.S. recognized for academic excellence.
The new 4+3 agreement between Western Oregon University and Willamette Law will expand access to Western Oregon students seeking to pursue a law degree.
The program offers an innovative and transparent path to obtaining a legal education.
Activities outside of class are still the best way to help your college application stand out — even at a time when in-person contact isn’t advised or allowed.
Auditions for theatre programs this year may require a little extra work, but it’s easy to create a strong audition.
Jaered Koichi Croes ’08 now runs a popular Japanese culture blog and app that teaches kanji.
You’re not even six weeks into your first year of college and it just isn’t a fit for you.
As admission officers, we constantly field questions from you and love to help. However, some common questions may not lead to the answers you need.
New 4+3 Direct Admission Program allows undergraduate University of Alaska Southeast students and alumni to be admitted to Willamette Law based on certain academic credentials.
After traveling the world, Claudia Ortiz Gajardo ’20 pursues long-sought degree.
Two Oregon entrepreneurs explain why a business major is essential at an arts and science university.
Modified tour route and restricted access to campus spaces among the changes.
Willamette also ranked No. 2 for best liberal arts school and “Best Value School” in Oregon.
Kimberly Cole ’02 finds a career in public health through international studies.
Willamette’s holistic approach empowered Dani Cone ’98 to become one of Seattle's most recognizable small business owners.
In the wake of the killings of Rayshard Brooks, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery, and George Floyd, students across the country are choosing to participate in demonstrations and important conversations to express their values.
Willamette University is offering high school seniors a more affordable way to kick start college.
So you’ve finally narrowed down your preferred colleges, but now you can’t visit. What’s your next step?
Willamette students practice virtual interviews, how to tell their story through workshops.
Looking forward to the fall.
In light of the COVID-19 pandemic and LSAT cancellations, Willamette College of Law will accept Graduate Record Exam scores for 2020 applicants.
Strive for College gives the university high marks for fostering an environment that leads to timely graduation and rewarding careers.
It’s been years since you’ve cracked open a textbook, but you’ve finally decided to go to college.
As we think about the future, we must reconsider the way we live, work and play to make the best use of our natural resources.
Alaska native quits lucrative job for economics degree
Politics grad starts nonprofit, becomes public speaker and fights for patient rights.
Between the flood of marketing materials and online research, the quest to find a new college can feel a little overwhelming — but there is another option.
You’re not even six weeks into your first year of college and it just isn’t a fit for you.
University receives high marks for academic quality, affordability and success of alumni.
Willamette is ready to help you transfer and achieve your educational goals.
Transferring to a new college is a big decision — and not one you make overnight.
Deciding on a standardized test can take some thought.
A record number of colleges and universities chose to go test optional last year.
Imagine sitting down for your first job interview, understanding your exact role in that organization and feeling confident you can hit the ground running.
First time visiting Willamette? Check out these popular places to get a better feel for campus.
Your student has been admitted to college — maybe several. Now what?
Rock collecting, volunteer work, origami — college essays on each of these topics caught the attention of Willamette admission officers this year.
Willamette Emergency Medical Service is one of two services of its kind registered in state.
The Common App deadline is looming — how is that college application coming along?
You’re in the final stretch and it’s going fast.
Willamette MBA Ranked Best U.S. Business School by Bloomberg Businessweek and Poets&Quants.
As admission officers, we constantly field questions from you and love to help. However, some of the most common questions may not lead to the answers you need.
Willamette MBA Ranked Best U.S. Business School by Bloomberg Business week
Have you volunteered at a local food shelter, played soccer or practice an instrument?
In college as in life, timing makes a difference.
You’ve done the research, figured out the pros and cons and maybe even created a spreadsheet, but you still can’t narrow down your list.
U.S. News and World Report listed Willamette University in the top tier of liberal arts colleges nationally, ranking the university 68th among the best liberal arts colleges and as a “Best Value School” in the magazine’s 2020 rankings.
When I stepped onto campus four years ago, I had no idea how much college would change my life.
Student satisfaction places university at No. 8 nationwide.
Popular guide features Willamette among 300 of the “best and most interesting” colleges.
Eight individuals receive special recognition at annual awards ceremony.
Geoarchaeology class unearths clues about the history of an old millrace in downtown Salem.
The groundbreaking research of Monya Maleki ’19 brings the benefits of ballet to the football arena.
CorDarryl Hall MBA’19 braved stormy seas en route to a promising career as a data analyst.
Aspiring physician Anna Ayala ’19 wants to make an impact at the individual and policy levels.
Students recognized for cocurricular involvement and leadership.
Adrian Uphoff ’19 is pushing legislation at the Capitol and opening doors for future interns.
The pre-vet studies of Sarah Pope ’13 took her from Willamette to a biodiversity hotspot in South Africa.
BA/MBA graduate uses data to tackle the business side of the Seahawks.
The new degree programs will launch in the fall.
The university is named among the top colleges, best value colleges and green schools.
Poets & Quants and Bloomberg Businessweek names Atkinson Graduate School of Management one of the nation’s best business schools.
Applicants affected by wildfires may submit apps until Dec. 1.
The university was also ranked highly by counselors and is listed also among the “Best Value Colleges.”
College Raptor highlights Willamette University in several rankings including the 25 Best Colleges in the Northwest.
Undergraduate and graduate students represent 30 states and several countries.
The university moves up seven spots, boosted by students’ strong commitment to volunteer work.
Best-selling guide features some 300 of the “best and most interesting” colleges.
Credits earned from concurrent courses may transfer under the new guidelines.
More than 30 awards were given to students who have made positive contributions to the Willamette community.
The program follows last month’s successful admitted-student event.
Please join us in welcoming approximately 500 guests to campus for Bearcat Days on March 15–16, April 5–6 and 12–13.
Reboot aims to create smoother and more impactful experiences for prospective students.
In the wake of last week’s tragic shooting in Florida, Willamette University statement on admission evaluation.
Undergraduate, graduate students represent dozens of states and several foreign countries.
Willamette lauded in latest “Fiske Guide to Colleges”
Help Admissions welcome admitted students to campus Thursday and Friday.
The program follows last month’s successful admitted-student event.
Events for admitted students kick off Thursday and Friday.
Russ Yost and Jeremy Bogan will take on expanded roles after Oct. 7.
Willamette’s initiatives were quoted in a recent Chronicle of Higher Education story.
Prospective students and families to visit campus July 25-29.
Andrew Lum ’16 pairs his passion for athletics with academics and service.
The new VP for Campus Life begins June 1.
The change reflects a nationwide trend to a more holistic review of applicants, especially from underrepresented groups.
Admitted students and their families arrive this week for the first of three events.