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We'll show you exactly what works and what doesn't for writing compelling application essays, based on the lessons from hundreds of admitted students at top schools.
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We'll make sure your essay is on the level for the most selective colleges, like Ivy League schools and other top-25 colleges.
Content and substantive editing
- Our editing doesn't just focus on grammar and spelling errors. We'll help you write essays with great content, compelling stories, and interesting ideas.
New ideas for more compelling essays
- Interesting ideas are what make essays compelling. We'll help expand and dig into your ideas so your essays are both insightful and enjoyable to read.
Summarized action plan
- Quickly and easily get feedback tailored for exactly what you need. Get your questions answered, editing and suggestions, helpful comments, and summarized feedback.
Honest, actionable feedback
We'll give you an honest evaluation of your essays. Get an idea of how admissions officers may perceive your essays.
Avoid potential mistakes and clichés
- Application essays are often unlike any other that students have written before. We'll help you avoid off-putting mistakes so you can present your best self to admissions.
Neutral, third-party feedback
- Parents, teachers, and friends know you well, but admissions officers don't. Get an outside perspective to identify your strengths and weaknesses of your application.
Experienced editors with track records
- Our editors know how college admissions works and what makes an applicant stand out. Get help conveying your authentic voice, personality, and achievements.
Good phrasing. However, this next sentence needs some work; it comes across repetitive. Consider shortening it as per my edits and moving this sentence to the end of 2nd paragraph.
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Personal Statement Essays
Also known as your Common App essay, statement of purpose (SOP), or personal essay. Convey your authentic voice and make your essay both insightful and enjoyable to read.
Supplemental Essays
Not sure if your "Why This College?", "Why Major?", or other supplemental essay is ready to submit? We'll help you be super specific to each school while also original and true to yourself.
UC Personal Insight Questions
Since dropping SAT/ACT test scores, University of California admissions relies more on your essays. We'll help you craft interesting and UC-fitting essays.
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Everything needed to help your application essays stand out
Here's more benefits that you'll get with each essay review:
New Ideas for Improvement
- Create those "wow" moments that will be remembered by admissions officers. Get suggestions for creating compelling ideas.
Communicate Directly With Your Editor
- Have questions about your feedback? Just ask your editor. Unlimited email communication and quick responses.
Help Meeting Word Count
- Whether you need to add or remove words, your editor can help you meet the word count. Make every word have a purpose to maximize your essay.
100% Error-Free Essays
- Get your essays professionally edited and completely free of all grammar mistakes.
Topic and Content Advice
- Content is king. Which is why our editing provides feedback focused on your ideas. Get help organizing and structuring your essay.
Writing Style and Tone
- Get stylistic suggestions for making your essay flow better. Create compelling and interesting essays that are authentic to you.
Summarized Action Plan
- Get a summary of what you need to do, in addition to editor comments and suggestions. We'll be completely honest and tell you exactly what needs to change.
Structure and Organization
- Simple changes to your essay's structure can make a big difference in how it reads. We'll identify potential changes to improve paragraph and sentence organization.
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See our editing rates and exactly what you'll get with each essay review. You'll be able to customize your order on the next page.
Personal Statement
Starting at$90
Common App essay, statement of purpose (SOP), personal essay
Start Personal Statement Review| Feature | Included |
|---|---|
| Content feedback | Yes |
| Line-by-line editing | Yes |
| Organizational edits | Yes |
| Word choice and phrasing | Yes |
| Proofreading | Yes |
| Action plan | Yes |
| Feature | Included |
|---|---|
| Words Included | 650-750 words |
| Turnaround Time | 24-48 hr |
| Feature | Included |
|---|---|
| Email communication | Unlimited |
| Live Chat | 8am-6pm PST |
| Phone | 8am-6pm PST |
| Video calls | $120/hr |
UC Personal Insight Question
Starting at$35
University of California prompts #1-8
Start UC Essay Review| Feature | Included |
|---|---|
| Content feedback | Yes |
| Line-by-line editing | Yes |
| Organizational edits | Yes |
| Word choice and phrasing | Yes |
| Proofreading | Yes |
| Action plan | Yes |
| Feature | Included |
|---|---|
| Words Included | 350-450 words |
| Turnaround Time | 24-48 hr |
| Feature | Included |
|---|---|
| Email communication | Unlimited |
| Live Chat | 8am-6pm PST |
| Phone | 8am-6pm PST |
| Video calls | $120/hr |
Supplement/Other
Starting at$0.10/word
Specific to individual colleges or programs
Start Supplement Review| Feature | Included |
|---|---|
| Content feedback | Yes |
| Line-by-line editing | Yes |
| Organizational edits | Yes |
| Word choice and phrasing | Yes |
| Proofreading | Yes |
| Action plan | Yes |
| Feature | Included |
|---|---|
| Words Included | Any words |
| Turnaround Time | 24-48 hr |
| Feature | Included |
|---|---|
| Email communication | Unlimited |
| Live Chat | 8am-6pm PST |
| Phone | 8am-6pm PST |
| Video calls | $120/hr |
| Personal Statement | UC Personal Insight Question | Supplement/Other | |
|---|---|---|---|
starting at$90 Common App essay, statement of purpose (SOP), personal essay | starting at$35 University of California prompts #1-8 | starting at$0.10/word Specific to individual colleges or programs | |
| Features | |||
| Content feedback | Included in Personal Statement | Included in UC Personal Insight Question | Included in Supplement/Other |
| Line-by-line editing | Included in Personal Statement | Included in UC Personal Insight Question | Included in Supplement/Other |
| Organizational edits | Included in Personal Statement | Included in UC Personal Insight Question | Included in Supplement/Other |
| Word choice and phrasing | Included in Personal Statement | Included in UC Personal Insight Question | Included in Supplement/Other |
| Proofreading | Included in Personal Statement | Included in UC Personal Insight Question | Included in Supplement/Other |
| Action plan | Included in Personal Statement | Included in UC Personal Insight Question | Included in Supplement/Other |
| Order Details | |||
| Words Included | 650-750 words | 350-450 words | Any words |
| Turnaround Time | 24-48 hrBy Tuesday 7:45 AM | 24-48 hrBy Tuesday 7:45 AM | 24-48 hrBy Tuesday 7:45 AM |
| Support | |||
| Email communication | Unlimited | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Live Chat | 8am-6pm PST | 8am-6pm PST | 8am-6pm PST |
| Phone | 8am-6pm PST | 8am-6pm PST | 8am-6pm PST |
| Video calls | $120/hr | $120/hr | $120/hr |
| Choose your plan | Start Personal Statement Review | Start UC Essay Review | Start Supplement Review |
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