Mastering the Common App and College Essays

The Common Application and supplemental essays are your primary opportunity to present a cohesive, memorable narrative to admissions committees. While transcripts and test scores show your academic capability, your personal statement and supplemental essays reveal your voice, character, and personal story.

Join IvyWise admissions experts Dashawn (formerly at Georgetown) and Niki (formerly at Harvard, Princeton, and Stanford) as they share insider strategies for tackling every section of the application with intention and authenticity. Our experts demystify supplemental essay prompts, show you how to articulate institutional fit, and explain how admissions readers evaluate your application in committee discussions. You will gain actionable insights to streamline your writing process, avoid common pitfalls, and submit applications that truly stand out.