College Admissions

Essay Workshops

Work with a professional and write an exceptional college admissions essay!


This workshop will take you through the steps of writing. Together, we'll

  • Help you find the best topic from your life experiences

  • Brainstorm ideas

  • Learn what college admissions committees expect

  • Write a first draft

  • Rearrange

  • Chip away

  • Add more detail

  • Edit for grammar and style

  • Cheer you on as you SUBMIT your college application


In this workshop, Gabriel will

  • Motivate you to work on your essay

  • Provide helpful writing instruction

  • Work with you to edit your essay

  • Coach with patience and kindness

Gabriel has helped hundreds of students get into colleges like Stanford, Yale, University of Berkeley, Smith College, Oberlin, and other colleges of students’ dreams.

Cross-section of ship's hull as a metaphor for the writing process

Workshop Session 1: Brainstorm & First Draft

In this 1.5 hour group session, we will take your essay from a blank page to a first draft.


Between Sessions 1 & 2: Gabriel will read and comment on your essay draft.


Workshop Session 2: Revision & Editing

In our 30 minute individual conference, we will look at your essay's strengths, fix its weaknesses, and ensure that your writing conveys your unique voice.