How to write a compelling college essay
It's easier said than done — high school English class doesn't necessarily prepare you for this creative writing assignment. And with so many essays to tackle, it's hard to know where to start. Working with an essay coach turns a stressful process into an exciting lesson in how to craft personal narratives.
Develop your Unique Key Messages
Deciding which stories to tell in your college application is a strategic and deeply personal process. Your essay coach will help you uncover patterns and connect the dots to tell stories that convey your authentic and original self.
Draft Original Essays
The drafting stage is exciting and scary. You'll start with effective pre-writing exercises so that when it comes time to write, you're not staring at a blank page. Plus, our expert writing tips will teach you how to approach writing first drafts for all of your essays.
Edit into a Standout Narrative
Most essays need at least 3 rounds of editing before they're ready to submit. Your essay coach will provide constructive, insightful feedback that helps you dig deeper and make sure your essays are infused with the right balance of creativity and clarity.
All of our essay packages include:
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Personalized 1:1 Meetings
Exclusive Student Resources
Deadline Management
Your essay coach will help you highlight the key messages that make your story unique. This individualized support from the brainstorming to the editing phase can only be achieved in 1:1 meetings.
Pre-writing exercises that explore everything from the objects on your desk to your core values, tips for how to write that first draft, a neat supplemental essay organizer, and more!
Your essay coach will ensure that you meet every application deadline with an personalized and proactive plan.
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Expert Editing
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Community and Collaboration
Your essay coach will provide multiple rounds of feedback to your essays, asking questions that prompt insightful additions to each draft. This thoughtful editing process is something that is uniquely human and encourages students to steer away from using AI for their essays.
Learning to connect the dots and find common themes in your personal narrative PLUS how to tell this story to an unfamiliar audience are skills you'll use in applications and interviews throughout your life.
You're not in it alone! Join a community of fellow students tackling their college applications. From group webinars to peer review opportunities, collaboration is a key element of the C.E.C. community.
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