Course Description: Common App Essay + Ivy League Supplements + Interview Package
$3000 - $800 = $2200
Course Title: Mastering Your Ivy League Application: Common App Essay, Ivy League Supplements, and Interview Preparation
Course Overview:
Unlock your potential and secure your place at an Ivy League institution with our comprehensive application package. This course is meticulously designed to guide you through every step of the application process, from crafting a compelling Common App essay to excelling in Ivy League-specific supplemental essays and acing your interviews.
What You Will Learn:
1. Customized College List
Tailored College List: A personalized list of economics programs that align with the student's academic background, extracurriculars, and career goals.
Program Details: Information on acceptance rates, program structures, application requirements, and deadlines for each economics program.
Comparison of Programs: Provide insights on how different programs compare in terms of specialization, faculty expertise, partnerships, and career outcomes.
2. Common App Essay
Brainstorming Sessions: One-on-one meetings to help the student identify unique experiences and stories that reflect their passion for economics, problem-solving, and global financial issues.
Essay Drafting & Review: Step-by-step guidance on writing a compelling Common App essay, with a focus on storytelling, structure, and impact.
Editing & Feedback: Comprehensive edits for grammar, flow, and tone, ensuring the essay reflects the student’s authenticity and passion for economics.
3. College Supplements & Application
Supplement Essay Guidance: Detailed assistance in crafting strong supplemental essays focused on the student’s interest in economics, analytical skills, and readiness for a challenging academic program.
Application Assistance: Help with completing applications, ensuring all materials (transcripts, recommendation letters, resumes) are properly aligned with program requirements.
Interview Preparation: Mock interviews and tips to excel in interviews, emphasizing the student’s passion for economics and critical thinking abilities.
4. Building of Spike
Spike Identification: Work with the student to identify their "spike" or unique talent/interest that sets them apart, whether it’s in research, economics competitions, or leadership.
Spike Development: Provide mentorship and resources to enhance their spike through projects, internships, or meaningful extracurriculars related to economics and finance.
Spike Presentation: Assist the student in showcasing their spike in applications and interviews, demonstrating its relevance to their economics journey and future aspirations.
5. Website Building
Personal Branding Website: Help the student build a professional website that showcases their achievements, spike, research, community involvement, and academic work in economics.
Highlighting Research & Extracurriculars: The website will serve as a portfolio, with sections dedicated to research papers, projects, or presentations.
Professional Design: Ensure the website is visually appealing and easy to navigate for admissions officers, mentors, and interviewers.
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6. Staging of Common App
Application Strategy Planning: Assist in strategically completing the Common App, ensuring the order and presentation of activities and experiences are optimized.
Activity Descriptions: Help in writing succinct and impactful activity descriptions that highlight leadership, depth of involvement, and interest in economics.
Application Review: Conduct a final review of the entire Common App before submission to ensure no detail is overlooked.
7. Interview Preparation:
- Prepare for Ivy League interviews with confidence and poise.
- Practice common interview questions and receive constructive feedback.
- Learn techniques to effectively convey your story, achievements, and potential during the interview.
8. Optional Exercise: Organizing an Economic Awareness Symposium in High School
Objective: This optional exercise encourages students to take initiative in raising awareness about economics-related topics such as financial literacy, economic inequality, or sustainable development. By organizing an Economics Symposium at their school, students can educate their peers on key economic issues, foster meaningful discussions, and create a supportive environment for learning and action