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Write an Outstanding College Essay With 1-On-1 Coaching (45 Minutes)

I help students explore and express their strengths, experiences, and goals so that they can craft authentic and impactful personal narratives and stand out in a competitive applicant pool. (Former Ivy League admissions reader/interviewer.)
Melissa Amaral, M.Ed.
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What's included

Meets on Demand
schedule meetings as needed
45 mins
per session
Teacher support
Homework
1-2 hours per week. included

Class Experience

US Grade 11 - 12
College application essays are unlike your typical high school essays. Most students have not had much experience writing about themselves in a way that showcases their best qualities along with their writing ability. In my three years of working in admissions at an Ivy League university, I have read about two thousand college essays and supplemental statements that run the gamut from unremarkable to extraordinary. How do you write an essay that stands out?

In this class, I help students anywhere in the college essay writing process, from identifying essay topics to polishing their final draft. 

This class is ideal for a student who:
- needs help brainstorming or selecting essay topics
- is looking for feedback on a completed essay draft
- is struggling with college-specific supplemental essays or short-answer questions
- needs an additional session after completing my four-session course

What you can expect from me:
- I will ask a lot of questions to better understand the student and their goals. 
- I will help the student to identify the theme(s) of their essay, deepen their self-reflection, and make new connections.
- I will point out spelling and grammatical issues.
- I will offer suggestions about the organization and flow of the essay.
- I can help students identify appropriate word choices.
- I will work with the student to determine what their next steps will be and review any updates submitted in a timely manner before class.

Please message me with any questions or to request a meeting time. I look forward to working with you!

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Supply List
The learner will provide a draft of the college essay (if applicable) and/or college essay prompts to work on.
Language of Instruction
English (Level: B2+)
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Joined March, 2021
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I have over a decade of experience working in a variety of roles in higher education. Most relevant is the three years I spent working in admissions at an Ivy League university. I have also volunteered as an alumni admissions interviewer for my alma mater, Brown University. Other roles include academic advising, academic coaching, and teaching.

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