Summer Workshops & Resources for College-Bound Students
Looking for ways to reduce college application stress and make the most of summer 2026?
I'll be offering in-person workshops focused on brainstorming the personal statement — as well as Texas A&M and UT-Austin supplementals — crafting standout student resumes, and completing the Common App. Want to be the first to know when registration opens? Sign up for my newsletter below, and you’ll get early access to workshop dates and locations.
And if you're a school or another organization looking to host a workshop for students, please email contact@essay-coach.com and I'll get back to you with options that work best for your students.
If your student is ready to get started now, I’ve gathered a list of free and budget-friendly resources to help them build momentum, feel more confident, and start the process early.
Summer 2026 Workshops
In-person workshops will be held in the Montgomery, TX area. Space for in-person workshops is limited.
Completing the Written Portions of the Common App
See dates and register above.
Resources coming soon!
Brainstorming and Outlining the Personal Statement
See dates and register above.
Nailing Your Personal Statement Topic in 60 Minutes: My downloadable Google Doc brainstorming packet offers some of my top brainstorming activities to help students come up with unique, personal essay topics. An add-on purchase gives you my feedback on the completed brainstorming along with a short video with my ideas on what topics to consider.
Writing Your Student Resume
See dates and register above.
ResuMEH to ResumYAY: Get started writing your resume today! You'll get my best-kept secrets for turning activities into standout accomplishments, insider tips on what counts (and doesn't) as an activity, a go-to template to have your resume running immediately, and the one addition that instantly grabs a reader's attention, plus a can't-miss cover letter to accompany your letters of recommendation request.
Texas A&M Supplemental Essays
See dates and register above.
Texas A&M Application Resource Guide: This one-page resource has everything you need to start crafting a standout A&M application, including my personal Google Doc outlines for current prompts (condensed), tips for writing the A&M essays, resources for applying through ApplyTexas and the Common App, and a link to my proofreading and editing checklist, plus links to other commonly needed resources.
UT-Austin Supplemental Essays
See dates and register above.
UT-Austin Application Resource Guide: This one-page resource has everything you need to start crafting a standout UT-Austin application, including my personal Google Doc outlines for current prompts, tips for writing the UT-Austin essays, resources for applying through ApplyTexas and the Common App, and a link to my proofreading and editing checklist, plus links to other commonly needed resources.
College Essay Guy Live + On-Demand Workshops
- Summer College Essay & Application Program ($450) —This is a NEW two-part live (2026 dates TBD) and on-demand video course through CEG on writing an outstanding college personal statement and supplemental essays. Use code JULIA10 for 10% off.
- How to Write a Personal Statement Online Course for Students ($297) — This is an on-demand video course through CEG on writing an outstanding college personal statement. Ethan usually hosts live versions twice a year. Use code JULIA10 for 10% off.
- Advanced Personal Statement Course for Students ($297 or pay-what-you-can) — CEG’s online video course provides students with everything they need to help take their college essay to the next level. Use code JULIA10 for 10% off.
