Essay Review
A college application essay should be a student’s best writing during their high school years. This takes time and a lot of drafts to get it ready. Sometimes it helps to have an extra set of eyes review the essay. For example, students should have their parents read their essays, because parents will be honest and may catch something like an error that the student did not see.
It also helps to have a stranger read it: someone who will also be honest with you. To date, I have reviewed hundreds of essays. Watch this video for an overview of the importance of college essays.
The Process
1.) The essay review fee is $150. When you are ready to begin, pay online.
2.) Email your essay to: Jason.Franklin@BetterPrepSuccess.com.
3.) I will use Microsoft Word to edit your essay, so it will be easier for you to see my notes and suggestions.
4.) Review my comments and make the changes you are comfortable with. After making the changes, you might want to have a parent read your updated draft to see if they have suggestions for improvement. When ready, email your updated draft to Jason.Franklin@BetterPrepSuccess.com.
5.) This is a process. Usually, there will end up being over five drafts. It is not uncommon for a student to end up with over ten drafts. We will keep doing this until both of us feel it is ready. The fee covers all the drafts for one essay.
6.) I will need three business days to review your draft once it is received. Usually, it is much faster than that. There are times when we can do multiple drafts on the same day. There are no guarantees since I do have other responsibilities during the week.
7.) I will be thorough throughout the editing process using "tough love" because I care and knows how important this application essay is.