"I have my application all finished . . . except for the essays."

I can't tell you how many times I have heard students say this. There's something about that blank sheet of paper, or rather that blank monitor screen, that paralyzes aspiring college applicants.

With over 30 years of experience helping students craft essays that capture their spirit and creativity, I can provide both the motivation and inspiration that you need for this very important aspect of your college application.

The flow chart at the left makes essay writing look so easy. Just follow 5 Easy Steps--and you end up with a good college application essay. The reality is that, like you, most students have no idea what to write about or what makes a good college essay topic.

Having helped hundreds of students write college essays over the past 30 years, I am able to offer constructive encouragement, from topic selection to final polishing. It's a time intensive process, but selective colleges increasingly are relying on such subjective criteria as essays, recommendations, and demonstrated interest in their admissions process. Therefore, your essay is worth the time and the investment to get it done right--not just get it done.