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College Admissions Essay Rubric Code: C85587 By cburks4 Ready to use Public Rubric Subject: English Type: Writing Grade Levels: 9-12

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	Keep Trying. 15 pts	So-So... 20 pts	Awesome! 25 pts
Organization	Keep Trying. This essay is difficult to read because it is unorganized. The paragraphs do not connect. There are no time and transition words.	So-So... Most of the essay makes sense. It is a little difficult to follow at times. It needs more time and transition words.	Awesome! The essay is organized in a way that makes sense. It is easy to follow the thoughts in this order. It uses good time and transition words.
Capitalization/punctuation	Keep Trying. There are far too many capitalization and punctuation mistakes that need to be corrected. They make the essay difficult to read.	So-So... There are a few capitalization and punctuation mistakes that need to be corrected so the essay is easier to read.	Awesome! There are only a couple or no mistakes in capitalization and punctuation. The essay is clear and easy to read.
Spelling	Keep Trying. There are way to many spelling mistakes. This essay is hard to read. Use your dictionary!	So-So... There are a few spelling mistakes. They need to be corrected for an essay that is easier to read.	Awesome! There are only a couple or no spelling mistakes; therefore, this essay is clear and easy to read.
Message	Keep Trying. It is unclear what message you are trying to share. What is your main idea? What are three more things you can tell about that idea?	So-So... Your message is somewhat clear. You need to develop your main idea and three points a little more.	Awesome! Your message is very clear. Your readers should be able to understand exactly what you're saying. You have a clear main idea and three supporting details.