Your essays are your voice in the admissions process. Join this webinar to learn how to turn your experiences and ideas into powerful personal statements that capture attention and strengthen your application.
About this Webinar
College essays are one of the most powerful parts of your application—they provide the chance to go beyond numbers and showcase your story, character, and potential. In this webinar, former admissions officer Dr. Aya Waller-Bey will share insider guidance on how to craft essays that stand out and leave a lasting impression on the admissions committee.

Key learnings from this webinar include:
-Understanding what admissions officers really look for in essays
-How to choose a meaningful and authentic topic
-Structuring essays for clarity, flow, and impact
-Using storytelling to highlight personality, values, and experiences
-Avoiding common pitfalls
-Tips for revising and refining your drafts to elevate your message
-Balancing creativity with professionalism in tone and style

This session is designed for high school students and their families who want to understand how to turn strong ideas into standout essays that strengthen the overall college application.
Agenda
  • Admissions Officer Advice: Making Your Essays Shine Presentation
  • Live Q&A
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    Aya Waller-Bey
    Former Admissions Officer
    I am a proud first-generation college student passionate about college admissions and higher education, hailing from Detroit, MI. I earned my B.A. in Sociology from Georgetown University and joined the Office of Undergraduate Admissions shortly after. I then earned my MPhil in Education at the University of Cambridge as a recipient of the Gates Cambridge Scholarship. I have over eight years of college admissions, advising, and college interview experience. Currently, I am researching college admissions as a doctoral candidate at the University of Michigan!
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