EXTRAORDINARY
COLLEGE ESSAY ADVISORS
Independent Education Consultant
Specializing in Essay Coaching
Essay Coaching is Our Special Power
Not sure which topic to choose for your college essay? Staring at a blank page? Feeling stuck halfway through a draft? Wondering whether your essay is strong enough—or whether it truly reflects who you are?
Don't worry—we've got you!
A memorable college essay isn't just well written—it's authentic, insightful, and unmistakably personal.
Many students worry they don't have an extraordinary story to tell. We believe every student does.
Our specialty is helping students discover that they already have an extraordinary story to tell. Together, we'll uncover the moments, insights, and experiences that best reflect who they are, transforming what might seem like ordinary teenage moments into compelling, authentic essays that reveal who they are—not just what they've accomplished.
Whether you're just getting started or polishing your final draft, we'll guide you through every step of the process with thought-provoking questions, honest feedback, collaborative brainstorming, and personalized coaching.
The result isn't just a stronger essay—it's an essay that gives admissions officers a genuine understanding of the student behind the application.
A Strong Personal Statement Is More Than Choosing a Topic
Many essay coaches will hear an idea or read a rough draft and say, "That's a great topic—go write about it."
That's not us.
Before we ever brainstorm essay topics or review a rough draft, we take the time to truly get to know each student. We explore what drives them, what they value, how they think, what makes them unique, and the qualities they want admissions officers to see.
Expect thought-provoking questions, honest feedback, collaborative brainstorming, and meaningful conversations as we work together to uncover the story that best reflects who you are.
Even when an essay focuses on a single experience, interest, or activity, our goal is much bigger than telling one good story. We make sure that it reflects the student as a whole—revealing their character, personality, values, and the unique perspective they would bring to a college campus.
Essay Coaching Services
Receive personalized coaching through every stage of the writing process—from discovering the right story and developing a compelling outline to writing, revising, and refining your final essay. We help students uncover authentic stories, communicate their unique perspectives, and craft memorable essays that reflect who they are while preserving their individual voice.
Essay Types
Common Application Personal Statement
Supplemental Essays
Scholarship Essays
Honors College & Honors Program Essays
UC Personal Insight Questions (PIQs)
Coalition Application Essays
College-Specific Essays
Any Other College-Related Essays
Essay Coaching Includes
Story Discovery & Topic Brainstorming
Identifying the Strongest Essay Strategy
Outline Development
Writing Coaching & Draft Development
Personalized Feedback & Revision Strategy
Editing & Revision
Proofreading
Final Review Before Submission
Essay Coaching is available through personalized coaching packages designed to meet each student's individual needs.
Services
We offer a comprehensive range of services, catering to the diverse needs of students and helping them create standout college essays.
Essay Topic Brainstorming
Help students generate and refine essay topics that highlight their strengths, experiences, and unique perspectives.
Outline Development
Assist students in creating detailed outlines to structure their essays effectively.
Drafting Assistance
Offer guidance and feedback throughout the drafting process to help students develop their ideas clearly and compellingly.
Editing and Proofreading
Provide thorough editing services to improve grammar, style, and overall readability, ensuring the essay is polished and professional.
Personal Statement Coaching
Help students craft compelling personal statements that reflect their individuality and align with their chosen colleges' values.
Review and Critique
Offer detailed feedback on completed essays, focusing on content, structure, and effectiveness.