What does it really take to write a standout college essay? Join us for a free, live session designed for rising seniors and their families who want a clear, confident plan for tackling the college personal statement.

During this one-hour webinar, you’ll learn:

• What colleges are actually looking for in a personal statement

• How to choose the right story without overthinking

• The 3 biggest essay mistakes—and how to avoid them

• How our in-person summer workshop, 'Slay the College Essay' can give students a strong head start

Whether you’re staring at a blank page or just starting to brainstorm, you’ll leave with actionable strategies and a better understanding of how we guide students through the writing process. This is a great opportunity to experience our approach, meet our team, and decide if our summer workshop is the right fit for you!

This is a free webinar for students and parents.

6 PM - 7 PM PDT

ABOUT THE PRESENTERS:

Cathy Chen is the founder of Village Coaches. She is a former USC admission officer and College Counselor at Menlo School, one of the most prestigious prep schools in Silicon Valley.

Andrea Pein is a college coach at Village. She is a former Swarthmore admission officer and college counselor at the Bay School in San Francisco, a top-rated prep school in the San Francisco Bay area.