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Write an Outstanding College Essay With 1-On-1 Coaching (60 Minutes)
Class Experience
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...
- Understand the purpose and goals of the college application essay.
- Create a personalized essay that effectively showcases the student's strengths and personality.
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.
1 - 2 hours per week outside of class
Homework
Frequency: includedFeedback: includedDetails: Students will be expected to write outside of class hours.
The learner will provide a draft of the college essay (if applicable) and/or college essay prompts to work on.
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Teacher expertise and credentials
Hello! My name is Melissa. I help you define and achieve your dreams. How? The most important thing I do is ask questions and listen. I ask the questions that promote self-reflection and self-awareness. I ask the questions that challenge you to...
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1-on-1 Tutoring
$100
per sessionMeets on demand
60 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 16-18