Intro to College Essay Writing

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Intro to College Essay Writing

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Help students understand what makes a strong college essay and give them the tools to confidently start writing their own authentic, engaging personal statements.

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Jeongmi A 🇺🇸

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I'm a college student from New York, and I am excited to be a tutor! My hobbies revolve around sports: rock climbing, fencing, tennis, and pickleball.

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SESSION 1

15

Nov

SESSION 1

College Essay

Sat 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM UTCNov 15, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM UTC

Introduce purpose and structure of college essays.

SESSION 2

17

Nov

SESSION 2

College Essay

Mon 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM UTCNov 17, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM UTC

Finding your story: Help learners identify their most meaningful topic.

SESSION 3

22

Nov

SESSION 3

College Applications

Sat 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM UTCNov 22, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM UTC

Crafting the Hook and Structure: Learn how to start strong and organize ideas.

SESSION 4

24

Nov

SESSION 4

College Essay

Mon 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM UTCNov 24, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM UTC

Drafting the Personal Statement: Begin full essay draft.
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SESSION 5

2

Dec

SESSION 5

Office Hours

Tue 1:00 AM - 3:00 AM UTCDec 2, 1:00 AM - 3:00 AM UTC

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SESSION 6

6

Dec

SESSION 6

College Essay

Sat 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM UTCDec 6, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM UTC

Revising for Voice and Clarity: Refine essays to sound personal, specific, and reflective.

SESSION 7

8

Dec

SESSION 7

College Essay

Mon 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM UTCDec 8, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM UTC

Polishing and Sharing: Finalize essay and reflect on growth.

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Nov 15 - Dec 8

4 weeks

60 - 120 mins

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Next session on November 15, 2025

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