Module 2
Choosing Your Common App Main Essay Topic
Writing About Sports & Athletics

Collection of different sports paraphernalia

Making the Play

Sports and athletics are a central part of high school culture and can be great topics for a main essay. But because so many applicants write about sports, it is important to avoid the clichés and mistakes that other applicants will make.

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Explainer: Writing About Extracurricular Activities
Brainstorming Your Main Essay Topic
Developing a Good Essay Strategy
Clichés & Essay Topics to Avoid
Writing About Academic Preparation
Writing About Your Favourite Subject
Writing About Art
Writing About MUN
Writing About Debate
Writing About Languages
Writing About Leadership
Writing About Social Issues
Writing Essays About Music
Writing About Cheerleading
Writing About Math & Physics
Writing About Sports & Athletics
Writing About Student Journalism
Writing About Community Service & Volunteering
Writing About Acting, Drama, Performance Art
Writing About Racism
Writing About Family Influences
Writing About Sexual Orientation
Writing About Your Cultural Identity
Writing About Being an International Student
Writing About International Relations or Politics