Student Workshops
College Application and Essay Workshops for 2025 Were Great!
Class of 2027 students, check back in spring of 2026 to register
Who are these workshops for? These popular, hands-on classes are for rising seniors who need to jump start their college applications and essays. Application season begins on August 1st each year, when the Common App opens.
day 1: college application workshop
College admissions season has begun! Get a strong start with us to avoid making costly mistakes. We streamline everything you need to kick-start your applications with knowledge and confidence.
- Common App and Others
- Balanced College List
- What Colleges are Looking For
- Holistic Review
- Logistical Considerations
- Application Strategies
day 2: Essay writing workshop
Learn smart strategies to help you shine and highlight your unique skills and strengths through writing. We explain what makes for a good college essay topic and how to approach different essay and activity prompts.
- Strong Activity Descriptions
- Personal Statement Topics
- Brainstorming and Free Writing
- Supplemental Essays
- Writing Techniques for Essays
- Common Mistakes to Avoid
Info
June 16 and 17, 2025
This is a virtual workshop.
Workshop size is limited to provide attention to each student.
Five hours presented over two days – great value!
Invite a friend – ask about friend referral program!
TESTIMONIALS
What Our Students Are Saying
In these workshops, I learned what colleges look for in applicants and how to pick the colleges I want to apply to.
I learned about the application process, specifically important dates and definitions for applying, and we also got a jump start on the Common App.
I learned how to deeply research a college and determine if you are truly interested in it. I learned that my essay doesn't need to be a heroic tale but just one that is unique and tells my story.
