6 Steps To Final Draft

1. Interview and essay topic discussion

   I'll start with an in depth interview of your son or daughter. Together, we will uncover passions, interests and philosophy.

   The interview is an introspective activity that helps each student uncover and identify things about themselves to enhance his or her college application. Once I truly get to know who each student is, we can zero in on a suitable essay topic.

2. Visualization and outline of essay

   In television journalism, you must capture the attention of the viewer immediately. High school seniors writing college application essays have a similar challenge with admissions decision makers.

   So before the writing starts, we picture the finished essay and outline it: the opening that makes the best first impression, the story, and what it says about the student.

3. Coaching and writing

   Your student writes the essay, in his or her own words, and I coach along the way. The aim is an essay that draws on the student's unique talent and ability and shows individuality through writing.

4. Review and recommendations

   I review the draft and make recommendations, asking the right questions so the message your student wants to convey comes through clearly.

5. Edit first draft

   We edit the first draft together, keeping the writing succinct and compelling while it stays true to the student's voice.

6. Edit final draft for submission

   A final edit gets the essay ready for submission: an essay that will set your student apart from other candidates and get them through the admission door!

Sessions will be imaginative, creative, thoughtful and entertaining – all possible in 6 steps to the Final Draft.

Interview and video presentation prep

If needed, I will provide additional services to help prepare an applicant for an interview or video presentation.