Ready to share your story on the Pearson Students Blog? We'd love to hear from you!

Our blog is a platform for students to share experiences and advice on college life, career readiness, and student success. Please read the following guidelines carefully before submitting your pitch.

What We're Looking For

We feature articles written by students about the college experience. To ensure your idea is a good fit, please keep the following in mind:

• Focus: Your topic must relate directly to the college student experience. Think student success, student life, career prep, study tips, and personal growth.
• Purpose: Your article should aim to help, inform, or inspire other students.
• Our Voice: We look for content that is authentic, relatable, and non-biased. We do not accept pitches for topics that are overly political, religious, or otherwise polarizing.

How to Craft Your Pitch

To give your idea the best chance of acceptance, your pitch must:

• Be a Summary, Not a Full Article: We will automatically reject full article submissions. Please only send a pitch.
• Be Concise: Your pitch should be a single paragraph, with a maximum of 150 words.
• Explain the "So What?": Clearly state why your topic is important and what fellow students will gain from reading your article.
• Outline Your Main Points: Briefly list the key ideas or tips you plan to cover.

The Process: From Pitch to Publication

Here is a step-by-step look at our submission and review process:

1. Submit Your Pitch: Submit your idea through this platform. If you are not a Pearson Campus Ambassador, please use your college or university (.edu) email address.
2. Pitch Review: Our team will review your pitch, and you will receive an "accept" or "decline" notification within 5 business days. (Be sure to check your spam folder.)
3. Draft Submission: If your pitch is accepted, we will provide a link to submit your full draft. You will have 30 days from acceptance to submit your article. If we do not receive your draft within this timeframe, the pitch may be archived.
4. Publication: After your draft is finalized with our team, we will schedule it for publication on the Pearson Students Blog.
5. Celebrate & Share! Having an article published on a major blog is a significant accomplishment. We encourage you to add it to your LinkedIn profile and resume, and to share it widely with your network.

Example Pitches

Here are a few examples of successful pitches to guide you:

Example 1: The Practical Tip Article  "There is no such thing as being 'bad' at English! Anyone can learn to write an A+ essay. Many students struggle with organizing their thoughts or making their writing stand out. This article will break down the process into 7 actionable tips to help students write creative, organized, and interesting essays that meet their professors' requirements. I will cover everything from critical reading to the art of quoting, such as 'Step 5: Quality over quantity when it comes to quoting…' This will give students a clear roadmap for improving their writing."

Example 2: The Personal Experience Article  "My parents always said, 'do what you love, and the money will follow,' but they were still skeptical when my sister and I started a soft-rock band. What began as a hobby has become an incredible adventure in recording, playing live, and marketing our music on social media. In this article, I will share how I've applied skills from my college courses—like marketing and communication—to the real-world challenge of building a brand and a business. I'll show how pursuing a passion project can be one of the best ways to prepare for a future career."

Example 3: The Product/Tool Experience Article  "At first, weekly assignments in programs like MyLab and Mastering can feel overwhelming. However, once I learned how to use these tools effectively in my science courses, I realized they weren't there to hurt my grades—they were there to help me truly understand the material. In this article, I want to share my experience and offer practical tips for how students can use these supplemental programs to their advantage. I'll explain how I used them to identify my weak spots, practice for exams, and ultimately improve my grades."

We are excited to read your pitch!

Congratulations, your pitch has been accepted!

We are excited to work with you to bring your article to life. Now it's time to write and submit your draft. Please follow these guidelines carefully to ensure a smooth editing and publication process.

Submission Deadline: 30 days from pitch acceptance. If we do not receive your complete submission within this timeframe, your pitch may be archived.

Step 1: Write Your Blog Post

Transform your pitch into a full article. Your draft should be engaging, helpful, and written in your authentic voice.

• Word Count: 400–600 words.
• Tone: Keep your tone positive and helpful. Even when discussing challenges, focus on solutions and growth.
• Originality: Your article must be your own original work and cannot be generated by any AI tool. Submissions found to contain AI-generated content will be rejected.

Step 2: Format Your Document

Proper formatting helps our editing process go smoothly.

• File Format: .doc or .docx.
• Font: Arial, size 11.
• In Your Document: Please include your full name and a compelling title at the top of the document.

Step 3: Prepare Your Photos

You will need to submit two images: a thumbnail image and a headshot. All photos must be original (meaning you took them yourself).

• AI-generated, copyrighted, stock photos (even free ones), or images found on the internet are not allowed.
• Images should not contain identifiable faces (unless it's your headshot) or prominent brand logos.

Thumbnail Image Requirements:

This is the main image for your article. It must be:

• Relevant: The image should visually represent the topic of your blog. For an article on study tips, a picture of your desk with books is perfect. For a post about campus life, a photo of a campus landmark works well.
• Original: A photo you took with your phone or camera. This cannot be an image you found online, a stock photo, or an AI-generated image.
• Widescreen (Horizontal): Hold your phone sideways to take the picture. Vertical images will not fit our blog's format.
• High-Quality: The image should be clear and not blurry.

Headshot Photo Requirements:

This photo will appear with your author bio.

• Format: A vertical or square photo is best.
• Content: A clear photo of you, from the shoulders up, against a relatively neutral background. A professional headshot is great but not required.

Step 4: Write Your Author Bio

Your bio introduces you to our readers.

• Word Count: 60–100 words.
• Format: Write it in the third person (e.g., "Jane Doe is a student...").
• Required Information: Include your full name, university, and major.
• Pearson Campus Ambassadors: Please mention that you are a Pearson Campus Ambassador.
• Optional Details: Feel free to add extracurricular activities, hobbies, or career aspirations.

Step 5: Submit Your Complete Package

When you have all the components ready, please continue to the next page to submit your draft.

Your submission checklist:

1.  Blog Draft (.doc or .docx format)
2.  Thumbnail Image (original photo, relevant, widescreen)
3.  Headshot Photo
4.  Author Bio (written in 3rd person)
5.  Contact Email (use your .edu or Pearson email)

What Happens Next?

Once we receive your draft, our editor will review it. We will contact you if any revisions are needed. After the draft is finalized and approved, you will be notified when your article is scheduled for publication. We can't wait to share your work!