Summer essay & Application workshop
Get a strong head start on college application, leave with meaningful progress on personal statement and a clear plan for completing applications.
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Summer essay & Application Workshop
This virtual workshop helps rising seniors get a strong start on their college applications before the busy fall season. Over five hours across two days, students will learn how to approach the personal statement, begin drafting ideas, and understand the key pieces of the application process.
The workshop is intentionally small to ensure each student receives individual attention.
June 15–16, 2026
10:00am-12:30pm
Cost is $275.
By the end of the summer essay and application workshop, you will have
A clear understanding of the Common App personal statement prompts and how to choose the right one
Brainstormed meaningful essay topics that reflect your story and strengths
A strong start on your personal statement (outline or first draft)
A framework for how to approach supplemental essays
A timeline and plan for completing applications before fall deadlines
Hi,
I’m
Diane!
I am an independent college consultant and the founder of Matrix College Consulting.
I have helped high school students with college applications and essays for five years. I have talked to countless college admissions officers about what they look for in applications. Your child will leave this workshop with part of their Common App completed and a great start to a fantastic essay that will highlight their strengths and values.
“I came into this workshop being barely prepared for college and came out so much more confident in how to apply and write my essay. Very productive in the time spent and I learned so much about what colleges want to see in my application.”
J.T. - Student
summer essay & application workshop
$275