Craft Your Standout College Essay

Showcase Your Unique Story to Admissions Committees

Here's the truth - your essay isn't just another box to check. It's your chance to be more than your GPA and test scores. We'll help you dig deep, find those moments that matter, and tell your story in a way that makes admissions officers want to meet you in person.

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Which Essay is Leading you to your Destination?

Common App Essay

Used by over 900 colleges and universities, the Common App essay is a crucial component of your application. We help you perfect it, ensuring it reflects your personality, values, and aspirations in a way that stands out.

UCAS Personal Statement

ApplyEdge specializes in guiding students to craft compelling UCAS Personal Statements by seamlessly showcasing their skills, achievements, ambitions, and more in a well-organized manner.

Statement of Purpose

Your SOP should go beyond just stating why you want to pursue a particular program; it should tell a compelling story about your academic journey, career aspirations, and what drives your passion for your chosen field. We help you bring that story to life.

Supplemental Essays

Many universities require additional essays tailored to specific prompts. Our mentors, including former admissions officers, ensure that your responses are authentic, engaging, and strategically aligned with the school’s values; without repetition or contradiction.

Why Do College Essays Matter?

A well-written college essay can be the deciding factor in your application. Here’s why it matters:

  • What Admissions Officers Look For – Colleges want more than grades; they want a compelling personal story.
  • The Power of Storytelling – A unique, well-told narrative helps your application stand out in a crowded field.
  • Beyond Academics – If your GPA or test scores aren’t perfect, a strong essay can highlight your strengths and character.

Your essay is your opportunity to show colleges who you are beyond numbers and lists. Let’s make it count.

Our Essay Coaching Process

We guide you through every stage of essay writing with a structured approach:

  • Brainstorming & Topic Discovery – Learn to draft the best stories that define you.
  • Outlining & Structure – Build a strong, logical framework for your essay.
  • First Draft Review – Get detailed, constructive feedback on your writing.
  • Revisions & Refinements – Polish your story for maximum clarity and impact.
  • Final Review & Proofreading – Ensure your essay is compelling, error-free, and ready for submission.

What’s Included

Our Senior Advisors will:

  • Generate and explore unique, compelling essay topics.
  • Plan and outline your essay with a clear, strategic approach.
  • Provide step-by-step guidance as you write.
  • Offer detailed, honest feedback on your drafts.
  • Refine and polish your ideas for clarity and impact.
  • Craft a compelling conclusion that leaves a lasting impression.
  • Proofread for structure, grammar, and overall effectiveness.

Student's Testimonials

Read what our Achiever’s club has to say about ApplyEdge

Ganesh R

Ganesh R

University of Illinois

“ApplyEdge is unbeatable when it comes to college admissions counseling. The ApplyEdge team's experience and wealth of knowledge made the entire application process a breeze. Mr. Frank and Mr. Pradeep’s advice on the entire profile building and admissions process, and the entire US team’s feedback on my college essays was very valuable and it helped me stand out in the college admissions process. Mr. Pradeep was always accessible to clear all my doubts and I have reached out to him sometimes even in the middle of the night. I would recommend ApplyEdge to all students looking for a great college counseling firm.”

Sushant G

Sushant G

Georgia Institute of Technology

“I can say without any doubt that signing up with ApplyEdge was the best decision that I ever made. ApplyEdge helped me create an excellent profile which helped me stand out in the college admissions process. Mr. Sukhdev’s and Ms. Barbara’s continuous guidance and push helped me write some of the best essays and portray my achievements in the best possible manner. The timely and very insightful feedback that I received from ApplyEdge’s US team of former admissions officers helped me strengthen my essays and take them to a whole different level. I would highly recommend ApplyEdge to any student beginning the college admission process.”

Varun S

Varun S

Stanford University

“The college admissions process is no doubt a very daunting experience and I have been very fortunate to have the support of the entire ApplyEdge team. I joined their Personal Mentorship Program in 9 th Grade and the program is one the best programs that I have ever attended. Their guidance on passion projects, Internships, summer programs, competitions, research programs, etc. was very useful and they helped me present a stand-out application during the admissions process. The entire team is very responsive and they helped me build a unique profile and tell my story in a compelling manner which helped me stand out from the competition. The main way in which ApplyEdge helped me with my applications was with profile strategy, branding, and most importantly college essays. The reviews, feedback, and suggestions that I received from the ApplyEdge team of former admissions officers helped me craft stand-out essays. Apart from this, they also helped me decide which colleges to apply to and connected me with opportunities and programs that improved my resume greatly. The ApplyEdge mock admissions committee consisting of former admissions officers from Ivy League schools and other top universities gave me the right feedback on my applications, which helped me get several top admits and also my dream college, STANFORD University”

Aditya I

Aditya I

UC Berkeley

“ApplyEdge helped me differentiate myself from other college applicants during the college admission process. They helped me create an awesome profile with academic/ non-academic projects, extracurricular activities, and community service. I am very grateful to Ms. Barbara, Mr. David, Mr. Pradeep, and the entire ApplyEdge team for their timely support and advice. Mr. Pradeep uses a pragmatic “work-smarter “approach while building a student’s profile. I found this extremely effective and it helped me stand out in the entire admission process. Mr.Pradeep was available to answer all my questions and queries and he was available 24x7 to answer my doubts. I cannot thank ApplyEdge enough for helping me through crunch time and making sure that I spent my time effectively”

Pranjal S

Pranjal S

Harvard University

“ApplyEdge was essential for my application process and helped me from the start to the end guiding me on passion projects and various national and international competitions. In the beginning, ApplyEdge helped identify the important parts of a college application and guided how to build a strong profile. They were instrumental in helping me craft essays that I am sure wowed the admissions committees. They helped me brainstorm different essay ideas. Various sessions on different colleges and the different types of essays one needed to write were conducted. We were provided detailed advice along with sample essays from students who had been successfully admitted in the past. These always provided a fresh eye-opening perspective. After my essays were complete, experts from ApplyEdge went through all of them multiple times for each essay revision and helped me fine-tune the points I wanted to make and improve the quality of my writing. They stuck with me till the end and were the first to ask and congratulate me when my acceptance from my first college choice finally came.”

Denis S

Denis S

Princeton University

“I can say without any doubt that signing up with ApplyEdge was the best decision that I ever made. ApplyEdge helped me create an excellent profile that helped me stand out in the college admissions process. Mr. David’s and Mr. Eriks's continuous guidance and push helped me write some of the best essays and portray my achievements in the best possible manner. The timely and insightful feedback that I received from ApplyEdge’s US team of ex-admissions officers helped me strengthen my essays and take them to a whole different level. I would highly recommend ApplyEdge to any student beginning the college admission process.”

Aditi S

Aditi S

Rice University

“The college admissions process is no doubt a very daunting experience, and I have been very fortunate to have the support of the entire ApplyEdge team. They were very responsive and helped me build a unique profile and compellingly tell my story, which helped me stand out from the competition. I enrolled in the program in 10 th grade and the team helped me with my passion project, internships, and Research projects.”

Ananya S

Ananya S

UPenn University

“From day one, ApplyEdge provided me with structured guidance that made my college admissions process much smoother. The team was always available to answer my questions, no matter how small, and provided excellent feedback at every step of the journey. They helped me with my capstone project which I submitted to various competitions and ended up winning an international award. They helped me create a compelling personal narrative, which I believe played a huge role in my acceptance. I also received detailed feedback from former admissions officers, which gave me an edge in my applications. ApplyEdge’s support was truly invaluable, and I highly recommend it to any student looking for expert college admissions counseling.”

Tejesh G

Tejesh G

Georgia Institute of Technology -GTech

“The ApplyEdge team was incredibly helpful throughout my college admissions journey. They helped me build a strong profile, organize my achievements, refine my essays, and craft a strong application that truly reflected my personality and strengths. The detailed feedback on my essays by former admissions officers helped me make them more compelling and impactful. They also provided insights on choosing the right colleges based on my goals. I couldn’t have done this without their guidance, and I’m grateful for the expertise they brought to the table. I would definitely recommend ApplyEdge to any student looking for admissions support.”

Emily Z

Emily Z

Duke University

“Working with ApplyEdge was one of the best decisions I made during my college application process. They not only helped me identify my strengths but also guided me on how to present them effectively in my application. The team’s feedback on my essays was invaluable, ensuring my writing was both authentic and impactful. Their strategic approach made me feel confident at every step, and their constant encouragement kept me motivated. I am incredibly grateful for their support and would recommend them to anyone looking for top-notch college counseling.”

Mahika G

Mahika G

University Of Michigan

“ApplyEdge provided me with the right strategy and guidance to navigate the highly competitive college admissions process. Their approach to profile building and essay writing made all the difference. They helped me highlight my strengths in a way that made my application stand out. The team was always available to answer my questions and provided insightful feedback that refined my essays. Their expertise and attention to detail helped me secure a spot in my dream university. I highly recommend ApplyEdge to any student looking for expert admissions counseling.”

Ayush U

Ayush U

University of California- San Diego

“The college application process felt overwhelming until I joined ApplyEdge. Their team broke everything down into manageable steps and provided me with the tools I needed to create a strong application. From profile building ( which included projects, internships, competitions and research papers) to essay brainstorming to final edits, they guided me at every step. Their constructive feedback helped me craft a compelling personal statement and impactful supplemental essays. The support I received from the former admission officers was invaluable, and I am truly grateful for their guidance. If you’re looking for expert admissions advice, ApplyEdge is the best choice.”

Ishika D

Ishika D

Imperial College London

““I will be eternally thankful to ApplyEdgeand my Counselors and Essay Coaches for helping get admitted into one of my dream schools. The attention to student’s needs that ApplyEdge offers is like no other program I have ever seen. I think the whole process was very thorough and well- designed from the Initial Consultation to the organizing of the school choices to submitting the applications. I didn’t really know what to expect before coming in contact with my counsellor Cindy, but it soon became clear that Cindy was very knowledgeable, professional and can give me a lot of assistance and advice during the difficult process of applying for colleges. I owe my success to the entire ApplyEdge team””

Testimonials

Read what our Achiever’s club has to say about our Essay Guidance 

Martina Diaz

Harvard 2022

"ApplyEdge's Essay Guidance transformed my college application experience! Their insightful feedback and expert advice polished my essays to perfection. I owe my acceptance to their invaluable support and highly recommend their services for aspiring students."

Martina Diaz

Harvard 2022

"I'm immensely grateful for ApplyEdge's Essay Guidance. Their dedicated team enhanced my writing, bringing out my unique voice and making my application stand out. Thanks to them, I secured admission to my dream school."

Martina Diaz

Harvard 2022

"ApplyEdge's Essay Guidance exceeded my expectations. Their personalized approach and meticulous editing elevated my essays. Their team's commitment to my success made the application process smooth. I'm thrilled to be accepted into my top-choice university!"

Martina Diaz

Harvard 2022

"ApplyEdge's Essay Guidance is a game-changer! Their constructive feedback and strategic insights honed my essays, making my application impactful. Thanks to them, I gained admission and developed strong writing skills for the future. Highly recommended!"

How Will I Get My Essays?

‘On Track’—Your Personalized Essay Portal

With our On Track platform, you’ll have access to expert guidance, cues, and resources to stay on top of your essay writing process. Your drafts will go through multiple rounds of refinement with Ivy League-trained advisors, ensuring that your final essay is polished, powerful, and ready to submit.

Why Trust ApplyEdge?

Our essay advisors aren’t just top-tier writers; they’ve studied at the world’s most competitive institutions and served as admissions officers at the most selective universities in the U.S. They know what works, what stands out, and how to present your story in the best possible light.

If you want your essay to go beyond generic and make a lasting impression, you’re in the right place.