Essay Workshop
The start of senior year comes fast and the first few months of school can be very busy. The number one thing students say to us is that they wish they had started earlier! This Essay Workshop is a great way for juniors & rising seniors to get a head start on their personal statement, often one of the most stressful parts of the college application process. The goal of this workshop is for students to have a solid first draft of their Common App personal statement.
What It Is:
One day, 3-hour workshop
In-person, group format for a minimum of 5 and a maximum of 10 students
Informative & clear discussion about what colleges are looking for in a personal statement
Tips on avoiding cliche topics, writing in your own voice, & the art of story-telling
Writing warm-up exercises
Brainstorming essay topic ideas
Breakout sessions for independent work
Individual review of essays to maintain student privacy
Each student receives (1) 30-minute virtual follow up session within 30 days of workshop
How It Works
Gather between 5-10 friends
Choose & confirm a location to host the workshop
Schedule & confirm a day and time for the workshop
Collect the workshop fee and forward payment to CAP Advisory
Show up, have fun, get work done!