The Free Guide to the Personal Statement

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I’m excited to be a part of your essay-writing journey. Before you dive in, take two minutes to watch this quick intro — I’ll walk you through what to expect and how to get the most out of this guide.

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Your Roadmap

What’s inside the guide

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Hour 1 · Brainstorm & structure
Everything you need to brainstorm a topic and structure your essay.

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Hour 2 · Choose your path
How to write a Narrative or Montage essay, with a few sample essays to learn from.

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Hour 3 · Draft & feedback
Writing your first draft and getting some initial feedback from someone you trust.

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Next Steps
A draft of your Activities List and Additional Info section, where to start on supplemental essays, and lots more.

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Ready to begin? Start with Lesson 1.1.
The essentials — about 2 minutes to read.


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A Quick Tip

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