This workshop is designed for students entering 12th grade in Fall 2025. For younger students, book a free consult to learn more about our process and get advice about the best time to start.
What to Expect
A successful college application essay is creative, honest, and most importantly, unforgettable. This workshop helps students gain an understanding of what admissions officers look for and how they can stand out from the crowd.
Over the course of eight sessions, students will learn how to choose the right topic, build an engaging narrative, craft effective sentences, and grab the attention of admissions officers with a memorable personal essay. Under guidance from seasoned writing tutors, students will generate three drafts of the primary application essay to be revised and developed through workshopping, targeted lecture, and personalized instructor feedback.
Students will also receive instruction on writing the most widespread supplemental essays.
N.B.: Consistent attendance is critical to a successful College Essay Express experience. If you cannot attend one or more class sessions, we’ll be happy to provide you with the instructor’s slides for the lesson and encourage you to book a 1:1 tutoring session to discuss what you missed.
Key Benefits
Limited to 8 students
12 hours of collaborative instruction
Bound student workbook (The North Avenue Guide to College Essays)
Additional 30-min remote editing session
| Date | Time | Event |
|---|---|---|
| Monday, August 4th | 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM (PDT) | Group Class (Session 1) |
| Tuesday, August 5th | 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM (PDT) | Group Class (Session 2) |
| Wednesday, August 6th | 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM (PDT) | Group Class (Session 3) |
| Thursday, August 7th | 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM (PDT) | Group Class (Session 4) |
| Monday, August 11th | 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM (PDT) | Group Class (Session 5) |
| Tuesday, August 12th | 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM (PDT) | Group Class (Session 6) |
| Wednesday, August 13th | 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM (PDT) | Group Class (Session 7) |
| Thursday, August 14th | 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM (PDT) | Group Class (Session 8) |