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Who This Is For
- High school juniors and seniors applying to selective colleges
- Students who want more than generic essay advice
- Families looking for structured, high-level guidance
Ellis Petersen Writing
Personal Statement Strategy
Taught by a college writing instructor and published author.
A clear, structured system for building strong college application essays.
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Why Most Essays Fall Flat
- They rely on clichés instead of insight
- They lack structure and direction
- They try to sound impressive instead of clear
- They are never seriously revised
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What You’ll Gain
- A repeatable framework for strong essays
- Clarity, depth, and authentic voice
- Confidence in your writing and your story
A Clear System for Building a Strong Personal Statement
This self-paced course walks you step by step—from finding the right story to structuring, writing, and revising a complete draft.
- How to choose a story that actually works
- How to structure your essay effectively
- How to write with clarity and precision
- How to revise beyond surface edits
Work Directly With Me
For students who want detailed feedback and high-level revision support.
Draft ReviewIn-depth feedback on your current draft.
Full Essay DevelopmentGuidance from idea to final draft.
Comprehensive Application SupportEssay strategy plus guidance on the broader application.
About
Ellis Petersen Writing helps students develop clear, structured, and precise personal statements for competitive college admissions. The work is grounded in college-level writing instruction, careful revision, and serious attention to voice.
How It Works
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Start with the courseto build a strong draft.
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Request 1:1 supportif you want detailed feedback.
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Revise and finalizeyour personal statement.
Start Building Your Personal Statement
Get in Touch
Have a question or want to learn more? I’d love to hear from you.