Package #1: Soup-to-Nuts $2800 (before July 1) $3200 if beginning after July 1.
I will work with your child on every part of his/her Common Application essay, from brainstorming ideas, choosing the best topic, creating an outline, and writing the essay using Google Docs. All in, the typical personal essay takes 12-15 hours to write. This package includes:
A pre-writing survey allowing me to get to know your child as a writer
An initial Zoom session to get to know your child and start brainstorming topics
An outline of the chosen topic to help get your child started writing
A timeline to help your child stay on track with his or her essay
Consultations with other college counselors with whom your child may be working
Unlimited revisions and feedback through Google Docs and Zoom sessions until the essay is completed to your child's satisfaction
Package #2: By the Hour $275/hour
If your child has already written a draft and would like to work on revising it together, this package may be for you. Revisions may take anywhere from two hours to eight hours to complete, depending on how much revision is needed.
Package #3: Polish-It-Up $375 flat fee
If your child's essay is just about done, but you'd like it to have some professional polish, this may be just what you need. Focus will be on editing, making sure the essay is clear, organized, and grammatically correct. If it's determined that more in-depth work is needed, you will be contacted before the work is started.
Supplements:
Many colleges now require supplemental essays, in addition to the Common Application essay. Supplemental essays will be charged $250/hour.
SPECIAL DISCOUNT: If you've purchased the Soup-to-Nuts package, please enjoy a 10% discount on the supplemental essay rate.