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. The goals of the class will be determined by the student each week.

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

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!