The college application process is more than filling out forms, it’s about helping students learn how to tell their story with clarity, confidence, and purpose. This highly personalized course guides students through the college application and essay process, from brainstorming to final submission.
In this course, students will brainstorm, develop, and refine their college essay, Common App responses, and supplemental application materials. Each session includes live feedback, personalized revision guidance, a post-session writing plan, and a downloadable checklist to help maintain momentum throughout the application process.
What We’ll Cover:
• College Application Strategy:
Build a clear application plan, including timelines, school selection, deadlines, and overall positioning throughout the admissions process.
• Personal Statement & Supplemental Essays:
Discover meaningful essay topics, develop strong outlines and first drafts, and craft compelling narratives that feel authentic, thoughtful, and memorable.
• Revision, Voice & Cohesion:
Strengthen structure, clarity, voice, and storytelling through multiple revision cycles while ensuring essays create a unified and compelling application narrative.
Students will leave with polished application materials, stronger writing skills, and greater confidence navigating the college admissions process.
Duration: 16-week semester
Format: Personalized 1:1 coaching sessions
Hours: 10 hours
Location: Palatine Public Library or another agreed-upon location
Includes a dedicated series of coaching sessions, shared document workspace, application timelines, revision guidance, and accountability throughout the application journey.
The college application process is more than filling out forms, it’s about helping students learn how to tell their story with clarity, confidence, and purpose. This highly personalized course guides students through the college application and essay process, from brainstorming to final submission.
In this course, students will brainstorm, develop, and refine their college essay, Common App responses, and supplemental application materials. Each session includes live feedback, personalized revision guidance, a post-session writing plan, and a downloadable checklist to help maintain momentum throughout the application process.
What We’ll Cover:
• College Application Strategy:
Build a clear application plan, including timelines, school selection, deadlines, and overall positioning throughout the admissions process.
• Personal Statement & Supplemental Essays:
Discover meaningful essay topics, develop strong outlines and first drafts, and craft compelling narratives that feel authentic, thoughtful, and memorable.
• Revision, Voice & Cohesion:
Strengthen structure, clarity, voice, and storytelling through multiple revision cycles while ensuring essays create a unified and compelling application narrative.
Students will leave with polished application materials, stronger writing skills, and greater confidence navigating the college admissions process.
Duration: 16-week semester
Format: Personalized 1:1 coaching sessions
Hours: 10 hours
Location: Palatine Public Library or another agreed-upon location
Includes a dedicated series of coaching sessions, shared document workspace, application timelines, revision guidance, and accountability throughout the application journey.
