College Application Support for Seniors
Seniors work one-on-one and directly with me through the process, from early planning to final submission. I guide their thinking, structure, and revisions, but the writing stays with them.
Timeline: June to November 2026
My work with seniors includes:
Developing a clear application strategy aligned with each student’s goals and interests
Building a balanced, thoughtful college list, including guidance on application timelines and deadlines
Coaching students through personal and supplemental essays with an emphasis on authenticity, clarity, and depth
Helping students present their activities and experiences in a cohesive and meaningful way
Advising on recommendation letters, including how to choose recommenders and make the request professionally
Preparing students for college interviews when applicable
University of California Application
$2,299
This service includes five (5) 90-minute live instructional sessions, up to four rounds of written feedback, and additional support through email and text between meetings.
Behind the scenes, I spend extra time preparing customized materials, reviewing drafts, and writing detailed feedback to help strengthen your UC profile. This ensures your experiences clearly reflect the 13 Factors of Comprehensive Review used in UC’s holistic application process.
You will work through guided reflection exercises, brainstorming worksheets, and writing templates, and review real UC Personal Insight Question (PIQ) samples from former students to see what strong responses look like.
This process is designed to help you develop thoughtful, authentic responses rather than rushed essays written at the last minute.
Through this process, you will:
Understand UC 13 Factors of Comprehensive Review, and they shape your UC profile
Understand what each UC Personal Insight Question is asking
Identify the four prompts that best match your experiences & strengths
Use guided worksheets to brainstorm and refine strong topic ideas
Develop a clear structure and focus for each PIQ response
Reflect on your experiences with depth, not just describe what you did
Draft and revise your responses with clear and targeted feedback
Present your UC activities, classes, and responsibilities clearly
Stay on track with a realistic timeline for UC Application deadline
Common Application & Supplemental Essays
$2,299
This service includes five (5) 90-minute live instructional sessions, up to four rounds of written feedback, and additional support through email and text between meetings.
Behind the scenes, I spend extra time preparing customized materials, reviewing drafts, and writing detailed feedback to help strengthen your application narrative, or “hook.”
Throughout the process, you will work through guided reflection exercises, brainstorming worksheets, and structured writing templates designed to help you develop clear and compelling essays. You will also have access to real Common App and supplemental essay samples from former students.
Whether you apply Early Decision, Early Action, or Regular Decision, my guidance will help you plan, manage your timeline, and stay on track to meet the deadlines for each college on your list.
Through this process, you will:
Understand institutional priorities in holistic admission based on college selectivity and use this insight to build a balanced college list
Identify strong story ideas that reflect your experiences and growth with customized and guided worksheets
Develop a clear narrative and authentic voice in your personal essay and supplemental essays for one college
Received guided instructions for writing structure, organization, style, and tone
Refine your activities list for clarity and impact
Stay organized and on track with a realistic timeline for Early Decision, Early Action, and Regular Decision deadlines
*Additional colleges’ supplemental essays may be added for $100 per college, regardless of the number of essays required.
University of CA + Common Applications
$3,499
This program is designed for students applying to both the University of California system and colleges using the Common Application. The work is coordinated so your reflection, writing, and planning support both applications strategically, helping you develop a clear narrative across UC PIQs, the Common App personal essay, and supplemental essays.
This service includes:
Eight (8) 90-minute live instructional sessions
Up to five rounds of written feedback and revision support across applications
Additional support through email and text between meetings
Behind-the-scenes time spent preparing customized materials, reviewing drafts, and providing detailed written feedback
Access to guided reflection worksheets, brainstorming exercises, writing templates, and model essays from former students
Full support for UC Personal Insight Questions
Support for the Common App personal essay and one set of college-specific supplemental essays
Guidance on both UC and Common App activities lists
A clear timeline to manage UC, Early Decision, Early Action, and Regular Decision deadlines
Through this process, you will learn to:
Understand the differences between UC PIQs and Common App essays
Understand UC’s 13 Factors of Comprehensive Review and how they shape application evaluation
Understand institutional priorities in holistic admission based on college selectivity and use this insight to build a balanced college list
Identify overlapping themes and experiences to use strategically across both applications
Develop a clear application narrative that highlights your strengths, values, and personal growth
Identify and strengthen the distinctive elements of your academic profile that help you stand out
Draft and revise UC PIQs and the Common App personal essay
Complete one set of supplemental essays thoughtfully
Build a balanced college list that focuses on academic, financial, and personal fit rather than rankings alone
Present your activities and responsibilities clearly in both systems
Develop a clear application timeline for UC, Early Decision, Early Action, and Regular Decision deadlines
College Planning & Readiness
9th Grade: Foundation & Exploration
Ninth grade focuses on understanding the high school landscape and setting a solid four-year plan.
Key areas of focus:
Building a four-year academic plan and understanding graduation and college requirements
Course selection guidance and overview of the high school curriculum
Exploring extracurricular activities and interests, both existing and new
Early exposure to how academic and activity choices connect to future college goals
Learning how to build strong study habits and manage time early in high school
10th–11th Grade: Direction & Depth
Tenth and eleventh grade focus on strengthening commitment, leadership, and academic direction.
Key areas of focus:
Strategic course selection, including honors, AP, or advanced coursework when appropriate
Developing leadership experience and deeper involvement in activities
Strengthening academic interests and potential major areas
Planning meaningful summer activities, programs, or work experiences
Refining extracurricular involvement with an emphasis on impact and consistency
Hourly Support and Specialized Guidance
Hourly Fee: $185 per hour
Focused Strategy Session: $275 per 90-minute session
Hourly and 90-minute sessions are flexible and can be used for:
College planning and academic advising (grades 9–11)
Essay support for internships, research programs, and summer programs
Guidance on personal projects and independent initiatives
Families may purchase multiple hours or sessions as needed.
Multi-session discount: A 5% discount is available when booking three or more sessions and for returning students/families.