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We recently interviewed a former student, Eli D., on his experience working on the Common App and supplemental essays. David was accepted to study Computer Science at MIT in Fall 2025, so we thought you might be interested in his responses.

When I first sought out help with my Common App essay, I didn't really know what to expect. I had experience working with tutors for high school courses, but never with a topic that was so important for my future. During my first session, I was very nervous and I wasn’t sure how the meeting would go. After having a normal conversation with Ben and getting to know each other a little bit, things were easier. Once I established a relationship with Ben, he began to help me dig deeper into my life and my personal goals and interests. 

We recently interviewed a former student, Will C., on his experience working on the Common App and supplemental essays. David was accepted to study engineering at UVA in Fall 2024, so we thought you might be interested in his responses.

We recently interviewed a former student, David B., on his experience working on the Common App and supplemental essays. David was accepted to study at Duke University in Fall 2024, so we thought you might be interested in his responses.

We recently interviewed a former student, Daniel L., on his experience responding to the UC personal insight questions. Daniel was accepted to study computer science at many UCs, including UC Berkeley, so we thought you might be interested in his responses.