Craft.

Compose.

Correct.

Complete.

Crafting Your Admissions Essay.

My four-step process will take all guesswork, writer’s block, and imposter syndrome off your plate and replace it with a well-crafted and impactful essay for your college application(s).

need proofing only? a la carte services are available, scroll below!

Craft.

During our private, one-hour session, I will help you generate ideas for responses to the Common Application essay prompts and any additional essay prompts. I will also help you choose a topic (s) and point of view for your essay (s). We will create an outline (s) to shape your first draft (s).

Compose.

You take as much time as necessary to complete the first draft (s) of your essay based on the notes and outline (s) we create together.

Correct.

I will review up to 3 DRAFTS of your essay (s) to ensure it utilizes correct grammar and, most importantly, leaves an impact. All edits are returned within 72 business hours.

Complete ✅

Submit a completed essay with confidence to the institution(s) of your choice for only $250/session*°^

(NEED PROOFING ONLY??? a la carte services are available!)

*Some essay prompts are less involved than others. Reach out for clarification to see if more than one essay can be worked on in a single session.

°Admission Composition’s fees for services rendered are separate and apart from application fees set forth by collegiate institutions.

^Admission Composition makes no guarantee that completed essay(s) will ensure admission to any institution.

MEET DENISE.

Denise Hayden, teacher at Floral Park Memorial HS

Denise Hayden is a celebrated educator with over 35 years of teaching experience, with a particular focus on AP English Language & Composition in a school ranked in New York State’s top 5% for over 25 years.

In addition to teaching, Denise has graded AP Language & Composition exams for over 5 years and has been an AP consultant to the College Board for almost 15 years.

Contact Denise:

Curious about working together? Share your details below, and I’ll be in touch within 24 business hours to set up a free introductory call.

Zero commitment, zero pressure.

Got a question? Feel free to check out my Frequently Asked Questions section first (below) to see if I’ve already got an answer for you. Otherwise, email me!

FAQs

  • If you are currently a junior or senior in high school (Regents, advanced, or AP placement) or looking to return to school for your UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE, I can help! This service is not for any post-graduate admissions essays or high school essays.

  • The best way to reach me to set up an initial consultation to discuss working together is to send me an email.

    If you are a minor, please have a parent or guardian contact me.

  • To be most helpful, I assist with choosing your topic, generating ideas, outlining your essay, and editing up to three drafts.

    If you've already written your essay, I offer proofreading and editing as an a la carte service.

  • Unfortunately, my services require payment in full before we begin, and I do not offer refunds at this time.

  • Currently, I accept cash, check or Venmo.

  • No, I do not allow the recording of our sessions; however, I will ensure the notes we take include everything you need to move forward with writing your essay.

  • All sessions are held over Google Meet.

  • We will meet once for 60 minutes to choose your topic, generate ideas and outline/shape your essay. You will then submit up to three (3) drafts of your essay (s) for me to proofread and edit via email.

  • Some essay prompts are less involved than others. Reach out for clarification to see if more than one essay can be worked on in a single session. You can begin by filling out this form on my Contact Page.

  • You can take as much time as you need. HOWEVER, please keep submission deadlines in mind, as I require up to 72 business hours to complete proofreading and editing your draft, so please plan accordingly.

  • I cannot control who any institution accepts and make no promises/guarantees that any essay we work on results in acceptance to any school.

  • If you still have questions, feel free to send me an email and I'll be happy to get back to you with an answer or set up a time to talk further.