College Workshops

Tuesday, April 28th at 5PM (PST)

Rising juniors, this workshop walks you through the key parts of the college admissions process before senior year stress begins. We will cover timelines and deadlines for junior year including test prep, college visits, and application milestones, explain how the Common App works and why understanding it early saves time later, break down the difference between a personal statement and supplemental essays, and outline the essential tasks you need to stay on track such as standardized testing, teacher recommendations, and tracking your activities.

Monday, May 4th at 5PM (PST)

The Office Hours Q&A Workshop is designed for parents of high school students at any stage. Whether you're navigating course selection, extracurriculars, applications, or just trying to understand what actually matters — you can bring your questions and get real, honest guidance.

Rising seniors, this workshop helps you navigate the final stretch of the college admissions process with clarity and confidence. We will cover senior year timelines and key deadlines, walk through the Common App and submission process, clarify the difference between your personal statement and supplemental essays, and outline what still needs to be completed such as finalizing your college list, securing recommendations, and staying on track through application season.

Thursday, May 7th at 5PM (PST)

The Common App Essay Workshop is designed to help students craft a compelling personal statement that stands out to admissions officers. We will break down what colleges are actually looking for, review the Common App prompts, and guide you in developing a clear, authentic story that reflects your voice and experiences. You will leave with a strong outline, direction for your essay, and practical strategies to write, refine, and strengthen your final draft.

Rising sophomores, this workshop introduces the early foundations of the college admissions process so you can start high school with clarity and direction. We will cover how colleges evaluate students, what activities, grades, and habits begin to matter in sophomore year, how to start thinking about academic interests and extracurricular involvement, and simple steps you can take now to build a strong profile before the more intense college planning begins in junior and senior year.

Learn how to show continued interest without sounding repetitive or generic. We’ll break down how to share meaningful updates that keep admissions officers paying attention—addressing various schools and admissions styles, including Michigan, UMiami, Wisconsin, and Tulane.

Learn how to show continued interest without sounding repetitive or generic. We’ll break down how to share meaningful updates that keep admissions officers paying attention—using Tulane as our main example, plus quick tips for other schools and admissions styles.

Get ready to make your UC application shine! This interactive workshop will walk you through the application step-by-step and help you craft standout Personal Insight Question (PIQ) responses that reflect your unique story.

We’ll break down the Tulane & UMiami essay prompts, showing you how to highlight your fit with each school’s unique academic strengths, vibrant campus culture, and surrounding cities. We’ll guide you in writing with depth, specificity, and authenticity—so your essays reflect your voice, your values, and stand out from the crowd.

We’ll break down the “Why Michigan & Wisconsin” prompts as well as Michigan's new "leadership" prompt, show you how to write with depth and specificity, and help you stand out with essays that reflect your voice and values.

Learn how to craft standout responses for UT! We’ll break down each question, share strategies, and help you highlight your voice, values, and fit—so your application rises above the rest.

This workshop will guide students through the process of crafting a compelling and effective personal statement for their college applications.

Learn how to fill out the Activities section of the Common App the right way. Alexis will walk students and parents through what colleges are looking for, how to phrase each activity for maximum impact, and what mistakes to avoid.

Designed to help students and parents learn how to fill out the Common App.

90 min workshop covering: general timelines, filling out the applications, essay types and more

Timelines & Deadlines: What to do and when

The Common App: What it is and how it works

Essay Types: Personal statement vs. supplements

Must-Know Tasks: Testing, recs, activities

Join our Tulane Supplement Workshop to craft a standout response that highlights why you're a perfect fit for Tulane's vibrant community. In this hands-on session, you'll learn how to effectively address the prompt, showcase your unique experiences, and provide specific examples of how you’ll contribute to campus life. Get expert guidance and personalized feedback to write a compelling, authentic essay that will make your application shine.

Join us for a dynamic workshop focused on demystifying the University of California's Personal Insight Questions! In this session, you’ll gain valuable insights into what the UC admissions team is looking for and how to effectively showcase your individuality. We’ll look at each questions and with practical tips and examples, you’ll learn how to craft authentic responses that reflect your unique story and aspirations. Whether you're just starting or fine-tuning your essays, this workshop will equip you with the tools to make your application stand out. Don’t miss this opportunity to strengthen your UC application—register today!

Join us for an engaging workshop designed to help you navigate the unique requirements of the Wisconsin prompt. In this session, you’ll learn how to integrate specific programs and initiatives at UW-Madison into your supplement, showcasing how these opportunities align with your academic and personal goals while highlighting your unique strengths and experiences.

Master The University of Michigan supplemental essays! Focus on crafting your community and academic essays with expert tips.

The supplemental essay workshop is designed to help students craft compelling and authentic responses to college-specific prompts, particularly the "Why" essay.