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This three-session intensive is for rising Grade 12/CEGEP 2 students or anyone applying to attend university in fall 2026. Make sure to sign up for every session!

Session 1 will cover:
- A general overview of holistic U.S. admissions
- What is the admissions essay
- How the essay is used in the admissions process
- What types of essays you might encounter on different applications
- An overview of the new Common Application platform and updates to the optional essay questions
- How to brainstorm

To prepare for this session:
- Review the admissions and essay requirements for U.S. universities you would like to apply to
- Make a Common App account at commonapp.org and/or open accounts for applications that you will be completing

FULL SCHEDULE
1. Thursday, August 7, 2-3:30 pm ET / 11 am - 12:30 pm PT: Admissions overview and brainstorming your Common App essay topic
2. Tuesday, August 12, 2-3:30 pm ET / 11 am - 12:30 pm PT: From brainstorm to outline
3. Thursday, August 14, 2-3:30 pm ET / 11 am - 12:30 pm PT: Writing your first draft and tackling supplemental essays
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EducationUSA adviser, Eastern Canada
Based in Ottawa, Jenika advises students in Eastern Canada (Ontario, Quebec, Atlantic, NWT, and Nunavut) on the process of applying to U.S. universities. EducationUSA is a free service funded by the U.S. Department of State.
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EducationUSA adviser, Western Canada
Based in Vancouver, Rachel advises students in Western Canada (British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and Yukon) on the process of applying to U.S. universities. EducationUSA is a free service funded by the U.S. Department of State.
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