College Essay Coaching Packages

Admissions officers are awash in high GPAs and laundry lists of extracurricular activities. A strong college essay allows students to distinguish themselves in a meaningful way, offering admissions officers a window into their character, experiences, goals and dreams. Today, admissions officers are also increasingly wary of AI driven content and ghost-writing by adults. At Purpose Tutoring, our students develop and write their own essays. Our mission is to help them tell their unique story with our guidance, not to write it for them.

We walk students through the entire process, from brainstorming to outlining, drafting and final editing. Purpose Tutoring offers structure and pragmatism, eliminating the parent/child gridlock that often accompanies writing a college essay at home.

JD Hopper, the founder of Purpose Tutoring, earned a bachelor’s degree in economics in just two years and understands what admissions officers look for in a compelling essay. He is passionate about helping students develop essays they are proud of, while keeping their ultimate audience and admissions goal in mind..

Perfect for:

  • Rising seniors and current seniors

  • Motivated juniors who want to start early

  • Families who want expert guidance and support without the conflict that often accompanies parental critiques.

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What We Focus On

  • Clarity and authenticity
    Helping students sound like the best version of themselves, not like a robot or a parent.

  • Structure and storytelling
    Turning scattered ideas into a clear, engaging narrative that admissions readers can easily follow.

  • Revision that actually helps
    Specific, constructive feedback on content, structure, word choice, and polish.

  • Ethical support
    I guide, coach, and edit. Students always own their ideas and their words.

College Essay Packages

1. Comprehensive College Essay Package (1:1)

Best for: Students who want full start to finish support on their main Common App essay and a strategy for supplements.

What is included:

  • 1st meeting: Application and Common App overview

  • 2nd meeting: Deep dive brainstorming and topic selection

  • 3rd meeting: Detailed outline and structure

  • 4th and 5th meetings: Draft review and major revisions

  • 6th meeting: Final polish, word count, and clarity

  • 7th meeting: Supplements essays and prompts

Between sessions, I review drafts and leave comments. I can also be added as a reviewer in the student’s Common App account so that feedback is streamlined.

Structure:
7 one-on-one sessions, 60 minutes each

Investment:
Final price varies by timeline and scope

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2. Essay Essentials Package (1:1)

Best for: Students who already like writing or have limited time, but want expert help with direction and polish.

What is included:

  • 1st meeting: Common App overview and topic brainstorming

  • 2nd meeting: Outline and first draft feedback

  • 3rd meeting: Final revision and polishing

You will also receive written comments on drafts between sessions.

Structure:
3 one-on-one sessions, 60 minutes each

Investment:
Final price varies by timeline and scope

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3. Small Group Essay Workshop Series

Best for: Students who learn well alongside peers who want a more affordable option.

Format:

A 4 week series, capped at 4 students:

  • Week 1: What colleges look for, Common App overview, brainstorming exercises

  • Week 2: Structure and first drafts, examples and guided writing

  • Week 3: Revision strategies, voice, and clarity

  • Week 4: Final polish, supplements strategy, future planning

Students get clear homework between sessions and are encouraged to share drafts for feedback. Parents will receive a summary at the end.

Structure:
4 group sessions, 60 minutes each

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How The Process Works

  1. Schedule a free 30 minute consult
    We talk about your student’s goals, timeline, and where they are in the process.

  2. Choose the package that fits best
    I recommend an option, and you decide what works for your family and budget.

  3. Book your sessions through our website
    You get a special scheduling link for essay clients so we can lock in consistent meeting times.

  4. Draft, revise, and refine together
    I guide your student through each step, with clear action items between sessions.

  5. Final review and confidence check
    We make sure the essay is polished, on time, and truly represents who your student is.

How Sessions Work

  • Location: In-Person at third party location, your home, or online

  • Length: 60 minutes per session

  • Format: Conversation, guided brainstorming, shared documents, and live editing

  • Common App access: With your permission, I can be added as a “reviewer” in the student’s Common App account to leave comments directly on drafts.

  • No. I help students discover strong topics, structure their ideas, and revise their own writing. The voice and content are always the student’s.

  • Many families begin in the spring of junior year or early summer before senior year. I also work with seniors who are already in the middle of the process.

  • Yes. The Comprehensive Package includes supplements strategy. For students who need intensive help with many supplements, we can discuss a custom add on.

  • That is very common. I break the process into manageable steps and help students build a realistic schedule, so they are not trying to write everything in one weekend.

  • I work with students in Charlotte and online, so I can support students in other cities as well.

Frequently Asked Questions

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If you would like your student to feel less overwhelmed and more confident about their college essays, I would love to help. Schedule a free consultation below!