College application & essay help for Auburn applicants
Work with advisors who have real experience with Auburn and will help you stand out in the application process.
Find an advisor who’s helped students get accepted to Auburn
These advisors have direct experience with Auburn as alumni or admissions professionals and
have helped students gain acceptance to Auburn.
Applying to Auburn
Applying to Auburn University is highly competitive, and the strongest applicants go beyond grades and test scores.
They clearly demonstrate who they are, what they care about, and how they see themselves growing at Auburn.
Although no two applications are identical, schools like Auburn tend to look for similar things: academic strength, meaningful engagement with interests, intellectual curiosity, and a genuine connection to the school’s culture. Understanding how these come together at Auburn can help you build a more focused and intentional application.
Although no two applications are identical, schools like Auburn tend to look for similar things: academic strength, meaningful engagement with interests, intellectual curiosity, and a genuine connection to the school’s culture. Understanding how these come together at Auburn can help you build a more focused and intentional application.
Advisors who know Auburn well can help you think through how your application comes across and
where to focus your effort. At Sundial, you can work with advisors who either attended Auburn or have helped
students get accepted to Auburn.
How Sundial helps Auburn applicants
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FAQs about applying to Auburn
Essays are one of the few places Auburn can see who you are beyond grades and test scores. For competitive majors and selective programs, strong essays aren’t just helpful, they’re often what differentiate students with similar academic profiles. The best essays don’t sound generic; they show clear thinking, self-awareness, and fit with what Auburn actually values.
Auburn looks for students who’ve taken their interests seriously over time, whether academically, creatively, or through leadership. Beyond raw achievement, they want to see intellectual curiosity, initiative, and evidence that you’ll contribute meaningfully to their campus community. Your application should tell a clear story about how your experiences connect to your goals.
A strong Auburn application essay goes beyond summarizing your résumé or activities. Admissions officers want to understand your motivations, values, and fit with the school. Focus on writing with clarity and intent, and make sure your responses connect your personal experiences with why Auburn makes sense for your goals.
Yes! Many Sundial advisors have direct experience with Auburn, either as alumni or through years of helping students get accepted. Their insight helps you avoid generic advice and instead focus on what actually matters on your Auburn application.
If you’re looking at this page, that’s a pretty good sign you might want to get started! Ideally, planning for Auburn begins several months before deadlines so you’re not rushing major decisions or submitting first-draft work under pressure.
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