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About the College Essay Writing Crash Course

Your college essay accounts for about 25-30% of your overall application weight. Start your journey in crafting impactful essays in just 5 days and maximize your chances to get into top colleges. Limited slots available!

Course Dates:
- Session 1: July 7-11
- ⁠Session 2: July 14-18

All sessions will be done online and held daily throughout the 5 -day period.

Session Format

✨ Full Course is a total of 5 sessions. Sessions will be held daily.

✨ 90 minute sessions of combined instruction & assignments

✨ Classes will be held for small groups

✨ Additional 60 minute session 1-1 with the instructor once the class is finished

✨ All students will get a Work Packet in the beginning of the class which includes:
  • Reading passages for exercise
  • Writing Assignments to be done during class
  • Course Curriculum

    Course will be consisted of 5 modules and will be covered across 5 days

    Module 1
    Why Learning to Write is Important and an Overview of the Personal Statement

  • Preparation for college assignments
  • Professionalism in communication
  • Explanation of personal statement
  • Review of essay prompts
  • The use of AI in applications
  • Storytelling
  • Module 2
    Why The College Essay Writing Process is Unique and a Deep Dive into the Types of Effective Stories

  • First change to share a non-academic and personal story
  • Push for creativity and separating from “the pack”
  • Types of personal statements that are effective
  • The Hero’s Journey and the Love Story
  • Embracing the unimpressive
  • Being bold
  • Seminar review of examples and discussion
  • Module 3
    The Basic Writing Rules

  • Show, don’t tell
  • Action, description, introspection
  • Creating a hook
  • Writing like you speak
  • Verbs, synonyms, and how to use them
  • Grammar and syntax
  • The use of dialogue
  • Seminar review, writing, and discussion
  • Module 4
    Getting Your College Essay Started and an Introduction to Common Supplement Prompts

  • Common questions to ponder before
  • launching the process
  • Where to look for answers
  • AI tools
  • Review of common prompts and examples
  • Seminar review, writing, and discussion
  • Module 5
    Academic & Supplementary Essays

  • Deep dive into standard and niche essay prompts
  • Exploration of UCAS writing requirements
  • Red flags in writing
  • Final summaries and review
  • Course Output

    ✅ Gaining a solid understanding of writing outside an academic context

    ✅ Gaining an understanding of what colleges are looking for on a broader level

    ✅ Mastering ways to “sell” oneself to a college or university

    ✅ A rough draft and/or list of possible topics that may work for each applicant

    ✅ A personalized feedback report on your writing skills & suggestions on aspects to improve

    Why Choose Us

  • Expert-Led Sessions: Learn from specialists with proven expertise.
  • Hands-On Learning: Practical assignments to reinforce skills.
  • Personalized Feedback: Tailored guidance to maximize growth.
  • College Application Boost: Differentiate yourself from other applicants with the best essays.
  • Start Your Journey with Us to Top Colleges  Now