College Essay Guy for 11th-12th Graders
Smart, practical guidance for your college admissions journey.

Ready to start on your essays? Download our free guide to the personal statement, where you'll find:

  Two great brainstorming exercises

  Tips on how to structure your personal statement

  Two great example essays

  Tips for giving and receiving feedback

  Lots more

 
How we support 11th-12th graders

Applying for college THIS YEAR?

Before you submit, share your essays and application with our team for a fully comprehensive and tailored review, complete with detailed feedback and notes on how to take you application from good to great. Submit with confidence.

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Free Resources

Practical guides on the personal statement, supplemental essays, paying for college, and more.

Video Courses

Comprehensive Live and OnDemand courses to keep you on track. Most are pay-what-you-can, so anyone can join.

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Podcast

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  • Building your college list
  • Behind the scenes of an admission office
 

College Application Hub

  • Essay examples
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  • Supplemental essay guides
  • Lots more

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  • Application advice
  • Interview guidance
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  • Resources for every part of the application process
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  • How-to guides on making college affordable
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Video & Live Courses

Our expert-led sessions will help you learn all you need to know for your college admission journey, from finding your best-fit colleges to paying for college and more.

How to Write the Personal Statement

Step-by-step instructions from brainstorming your essay topic to polishing your final draft

Part 1 of the How to Apply to College video course series for students.

How to Write the College Application + Supplemental Essays

Dozens of resources for developing a college list, finishing school-specific supplemental essays, polishing the activities list and more

Part 2 of the How to Apply to College video course series for students.

How to Make College Affordable

This comprehensive, pay-what-you-can mini course will guide you through pretty much everything you need to know when it comes to paying for college.

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One-on-One College Admission Coaching

Our most comprehensive level of support, including personalized guidance to guide you each step of the way through your college application and essay writing process.
Application Strategy

We'll help you develop you personal strategy, from choosing your major to finding best-fit colleges.

Essay Support

We'll guide you through how to brainstorm, edit, and refine college essays that matter.

Personal Growth

You'll develop skills to help you thrive in college and beyond.

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