Focus: Perfecting the 650-word Common Application main essay.
This package is perfect for: The student who has a good handle on their application but wants expert guidance to make their main personal statement shine.
What's Included: A 4-Step Process
- Step 1: The Story-Finding Session (60 minutes)
- This is a guided brainstorming session where we explore the student's life experiences, values, and moments of growth. We'll work together to identify several powerful story ideas that will answer one of the Common App prompts in a memorable way.
- Step 2: The Blueprint & Outline Session (60 minutes)
- Once we've chosen a topic, I'll help the student create a clear narrative structure and outline. This ensures the essay has a strong hook, a compelling narrative arc, and a thoughtful conclusion before the heavy writing begins.
- Step 3: Iterative Drafting & Feedback (Up to 3 Rounds)
- The student writes the first draft, and then we begin the revision process. I provide detailed feedback on content, structure, tone, and voice via shared documents. My notes are designed to empower the student to make their own improvements.
- Step 4: Grammar & Clarity Check + Final Meeting (30 minutes)
- Once the content and story are locked in, we do a final line-by-line review to catch any grammar, spelling, or syntax errors, ensuring the essay is polished and ready for submission. We review the essay with the student during a 30-minute meeting.
Outcome: A powerful, authentic, and polished Common Application essay that the student is proud to submit.
