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!