Discovering your unique qualities and values
Using the best structure for your writing style, even if you're not the strongest writer
Making your strengths, skills and abilities stand out
Guidance from those who know what colleges are looking for
Finding uncommon topics to write about, even without a life-changing story to tell
Staying on course and avoiding rushing at the last minute
Work with a team of veteran college counselors to develop your college list, overall admissions strategy and more. Learn More Here.
We'll help you develop a personal strategy that starts with digging deep and understanding your superpowers and core values to uncover your story.
We'll guide you through the exciting process of bringing your ideas and essays to life on the page, through continued brainstorming, targeted feedback, and lots of drafting.
We'll get super specific in helping you clarify your ideas, upleveling your paragraphs, and bringing more personal insight to your writing before you submit.
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Real You
Work with your coach to unravel your authentic story—or stories—digging deeper to discover the core values, skills, and interests that make you . . . you.
Brainstorm core topics with your coach, discovering the key elements you want to highlight in your personal statement, supplemental essays, and resume.
Your coach will help you decide on the best structure for your admissions essays, whether that's a single narrative, a montage of moments, or something else entirely.
& On Task
Your coach will make sure you're not pulling last-minute all-nighters, using time-management strategies to help you work smarter (not harder) and keep things manageable.
Your coach won't be the only one reviewing your work. We have a team of specialists and former admission officers who will evaluate your essay writing throughout the process.
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We're committed to access
Working with us one-on-one means you're helping us create new free resources and provide pro bono essay coaching for students from low-income households.
Don't have a budget for 1:1 support? Check out our Matchlighters Scholars program.
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Uncover the Real You
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Learn Stronger Structure
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Create Compelling Stories
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Stay Organized & On Task
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