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Essayists, academic writers, marketing professionals, and former admissions interviewers will coach and consult students, helping them discover and focus on their personal story.
Students work with their coach to examine their personal lives and accomplishments. They learn how to optimally present their personality on paper.
Coaches guide students through each essay draft to get to the HEART OF THEIR PERSONAL STORY and help them convey their own real ideas and thoughts. No matter what your student has accomplished — from small victories to monumental achievements, every story is unique and worthy of telling.
We are based in The OC or Orange County, CA and can meet in person for locals, but serve students nationwide via FaceTime, Zoom, or Teams.
We spend 15 minutes — coach, parent, and student together — to discuss goals and get started with a deadline map.
The important essay questions for applicants to the University of California. You are given 8 questions, you get to choose 4 to answer. Let us guide you to select wisely and help showcase your strengths. Other state university requirements vary.
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The online application site that allows students to apply to over 1,100 colleges and universities with one central application. We are here to help you put your best foot forward in that 650 word essay.
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Additional essays that matter a lot. These are specific to each college and go beyond the main personal statement. They ask why you chose their school and how you can help their community.
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Essays that lead to winning scholarship money. We help you tackle the who you are, what you've accomplished, and where you want to be, so you can spiritedly show them why you deserve that scholarship!
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For community college and those transferring from one college to another — our assistance helps you write a powerful, purposeful essay that explains your choice of college and your motivation and goals.
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Personal essays submitted through the Coalition Application, another U.S. college application platform. Let us help you get creative and tell your personal story with great meaning and impact.
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