AI, Gimmicks, and Hacks Don’t Work

To get admitted, you need to write a real college essay

At Real College Essays, we help students write authentic, compelling college application essays that stand out — without gimmicks, hacks, or AI.

Your college application has four parts: 1) Grades 2) SAT/ACT 3) Extracurriculars 4) College Essays. If you’re applying this fall, the only factor you still have control over is your college essay. Yet many students treat the essay as an afterthought, relying on ChatGPT, generic advice online, or so-called “secret strategies.” The result? Essays that blend in — and rejection letters.

At Real College Essays, you’ll find no gimmicks or hacks. Instead, you’ll come up with a narrative that’s true to your experience and write with language that’s clear and direct. At a time when many students are rushing to use AI, you’ll become a proficient and confident writer.

All our college essay tutors are published authors with PhDs from top schools and over 10 years of experience helping students with college essay writing. Our personalized college essay help has guided hundreds of applicants to success.

- Ben Urwand, MA (University of Chicago), PhD (UC Berkeley), Harvard Society of Fellows

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Whether you're looking for college essay writing help or personalized college application essay support, Real College Essays offers expert guidance at every stage of the writing process. Our college essay consultants are published authors with PhDs from top universities, bringing over a decade of experience to each session.

We don’t believe in shortcuts or one-size-fits-all strategies. Instead, we offer real help with college essay writing — guiding you through every step of developing a strong, authentic narrative that makes your college admission essay stand out.

If you're serious about your goals, our expert college essay consulting can make the difference.

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