College Essay Mini Masterclass

How do you stand out to college admissions officers? You learn how to think like them.

What you'll learn

Debunk the greatest myth about the college admissions essay

Discover the three things every successful college admissions essay has

Impress college admissions officers by learning how to think like them

Analyze two example essays to see these methods in action

Requirements

No experience needed! This course will help you begin the writing process focused on what truly matters most to college admissions officers.

Description

Writing your college admissions essay can be stressful. Luckily, helping students with their college essays is not just my passion; it is my specialty.  In this course: We will debunk the greatest myth about the college essay. We will learn how to THINK  like a college admissions officer in order to impress them. We will learn the three things you need to include in your college essay to stand out to admissions officers. We will analyze TWO college essay examples so that you can see my methods in action. I'll be answering questions like: What should I write my college essay on? What common mistakes should I avoid? What do college admissions officers actually want to read in an essay? Throughout the course, I'll be giving in-depth explanations about the WHY & HOW of college essay success. This course is designed for high school juniors, seniors, and their families who would love to learn more about how to be successful with the college essay. A little more about me: I graduated summa cum laude from Michigan State University with an English degree. When I'm not teaching students like you about the college essay, I'm working with my other students in Detroit, where I am their high school English teacher. I love helping young people reach their potential!

Overview

Section 1: The Greatest Myth About College Essays

Lecture 1 The Greatest Myth About College Essays

Section 2: The Big Three

Lecture 2 Authentic Topic

Lecture 3 Meaningful Reflection

Lecture 4 Sophisticated Writing

Section 3: Example Essays

Lecture 5 Example Essay One

Lecture 6 Example Essay Two

Section 4: Final Tips

Lecture 7 Final College Essay Tips

This course is designed for high school juniors and seniors who are beginning their college applications. Parents & family members may also find this course beneficial!