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Next stop, Ivy League?



If you want to learn the fundamentals about the types of college essays that succeed at Ivy League schools (and countless others!), you’re in the right place.

After years of helping high school students from across the globe gain admission to their dream schools, I’ve condensed the essentials of writing a stellar college personal essay into this course.

In this course, I take you through each step of the process, from organizing your thoughts to structuring your essay, in order to ensure you’re ready to start the process armed with critical knowledge that will help you put your best foot forward. 

Throughout the course, I will help you discover ways to make yourself positively different from the thousands of other qualified candidates and avoid common pitfalls.

Course Highlights


  • Suggestions aimed to expand your thought process and inspire more creative essays
  • A clear, step-by-step process to think about the entire essay brainstorming and drafting process
  • Strategies to avoid the many pitfalls that can destroy the effectiveness of your essay


Additional Benefits


  • Receive regular replies from Teagan to your comments and questions in the course
  • Benefit from feedback of other community members’ comments and feedback on the course
  • Earn discounts on a personal essay review when you purchase a bundle


The time is now!

Applying to college becomes increasingly competitive each year. Many students are starting the process earlier and earlier in their junior year. However, before you can jump into the process effectively, you need to know the best strategies to succeed. Get a head start and give yourself an added advantage! Gain access to professional expertise in a simple and efficient format.

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An experienced private tutor can help students navigate the writing process and frame their story in the best possible light, increasing their chances of admission.