Essay Strategies & Review

Crafting a compelling personal essay is one of the most important, and often most dauting parts of the college or prep school application process. At ES Advising, we help students transform their experiences, values, and goals into authentic, powerful narratives that stand out in competitive admissions pools.

What We Offer

✏️Personalized Essay Coaching

We guide students through every stage of the writing process—from brainstorming to final polishing. Whether you’re just starting out or stuck on a second draft, we meet you where you are.

🧠Strategy Sessions

We work with students to uncover their unique voice and develop an essay strategy aligned with their strengths, school list, and application goals. For multi-essay applications (like the Common App + supplements), we help students map out themes and avoid repetition.

📄Detailed Draft Review

We provide thorough, constructive feedback on content, structure, tone, and clarity. Our reviews are never formulaic—we focus on keeping the essay honest, engaging, and truly reflective of the student’s personality and potential.

Final Polishing & Proofreading

When the ideas are strong but the language needs tightening, we help students refine their writing for clarity, flow, and polish—without losing their voice.