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From Strategic Planning to Careful Polishing

In every one of our essay coaching packages, your student is gaurenteed expert advice every step of the way.

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.

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Brainstorm your Unique Essay Strategy

Deciding which stories to tell in your college application is a strategic and deeply personal process. Your essay coach will help you select topics that convey your authentic and original self. 

Writing

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 just staring at a blank page. Plus, our expert writing tips will teach you how to approach writing first drafts for all of your essays.

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Edit into a Standout Story

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. 

Testimonials

“When encountering a prompt that I felt like had no connections to my life, I was able to spin it into a meaningful essay thanks to my essay coach! She also helped me put my scattered thoughts onto paper, and helped me communicate exactly what I wanted to say.”

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Evelyn

Accepted to Top-Choice College

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All of our essay packages include:
 

Hand Holding Calendar

Deadline Management

Coach Alison ensures that you'll meet every application deadline with a personalized and proactive plan.

Writing

Student Resources

Prewriting exercises, exclusive "how to write a college essay" guide,  supplemental essay organizer, and more!

Teacher and Student

Face-to-Face Meetings

1:1, online sessions with Coach Alison.

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Offline Editing

Coach Alison will provide multiple rounds of  feedback to your essay drafts via shared Google Docs.

Network Of Diverse People

Community and Collaboration

You're not in it alone! Join a community of fellow students tackling their college applications. From group webinars to peer review, collaboration is a key element of the C.E.C. community.

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Learning Life Skills

Knowing how to shape your personal narrative is a skill you'll use in interviews throughout your life. 

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Empowering students to craft compelling narratives that open doors to their dream colleges.

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