Strong college essays don't come from a template. They come from students knowing
what to say, and feeling confident saying it in their own voice. Join Revolution Prep and
College Essay Guy for a special session with Ethan Sawyer, one of the country's most
trusted voices on the college essay. Ethan will show families what the personal statement is
really for, how to find a topic worth writing about, and how the essay fits into a strong,
honest application.
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The purpose of the personal statement, two fun ways to find your personal statement topic, a successful example essay, other essential parts of your app AND tips for creating a great activities list. We'll also have a live Q&A with Ethan!
Ethan Sawyer is the Founder & CEO of College Essay Guy and one of the country's most recognized experts on college essays and the college application process. For more than two decades he has helped students find and tell their authentic stories. He is the author of the Amazon #1 bestselling books College Essay Essentials and College Admission Essentials, and he and his team reach over one million students and school counselors annually through free and pay-what-you-can courses, live workshops, books, a popular podcast, and one-on-one coaching. Ethan holds an MFA from UC Irvine and a degree from Northwestern University.
Gregg Murray brings extensive expertise in college counseling and admissions to his role at Revolution Prep. He has worked as a college counselor at highly regarded independent schools and has served as an admissions representative and application reader at respected universities. Gregg has also instructed future college counselors through UCLA Extension's College Counseling Certificate Program and mentored underrepresented high school students as an Admission Coach. As a passionate advocate for professional development and access, Gregg has contributed to key committees within the Association of College Counselors in Independent Schools (ACCIS) and the Western Association for College Admission Counseling (WACAC), focusing on diversity, data analytics, and collaborative programming. Gregg's approach is grounded in helping students and families navigate the college admissions process with clarity and confidence, leveraging his deep understanding of the landscape to create meaningful educational opportunities.