Essay Assistance With Wendy Swift
A compelling narrative can make all the difference for college admissions when making their final decisions. A strong essay provides insight into a student’s character and personal growth. Yes, a transcript is a record of classes and grades earned and standardized tests reveal test-taking strengths, but only the essay provides a gateway for colleges to understand who you really are.
In this 3 part online series we will:
1.) Review application prompts and discuss the pros and cons of particular essay
topics. Brainstorm essay ideas.
2.) Draft and share using freewriting to generate a draft.
3.) Revise, edit and share.
The additional shipping charge for a book that will be mailed to you.
ABOUT WENDY SWIFT:
Wendy Swift directed the writing center at an independent day and boarding school for sixteen years where she helped students craft their college essays. Additionally, she led workshops at public libraries and coached students to create winning college essays. She also taught freshman writing at the University of Hartford and supported students in UHart’s writing center. Swift’s essays have appeared in a variety of literary magazines including Brevity Blog and Yellow Arrow Review. She has written for the Connecticut Academy of Science and Engineering as well as The American Red Cross. Her memoir, A Dream Life is scheduled for publication in May 2026.
A compelling narrative can make all the difference for college admissions when making their final decisions. A strong essay provides insight into a student’s character and personal growth. Yes, a transcript is a record of classes and grades earned and standardized tests reveal test-taking strengths, but only the essay provides a gateway for colleges to understand who you really are.
In this 3 part online series we will:
1.) Review application prompts and discuss the pros and cons of particular essay
topics. Brainstorm essay ideas.
2.) Draft and share using freewriting to generate a draft.
3.) Revise, edit and share.
The additional shipping charge for a book that will be mailed to you.
ABOUT WENDY SWIFT:
Wendy Swift directed the writing center at an independent day and boarding school for sixteen years where she helped students craft their college essays. Additionally, she led workshops at public libraries and coached students to create winning college essays. She also taught freshman writing at the University of Hartford and supported students in UHart’s writing center. Swift’s essays have appeared in a variety of literary magazines including Brevity Blog and Yellow Arrow Review. She has written for the Connecticut Academy of Science and Engineering as well as The American Red Cross. Her memoir, A Dream Life is scheduled for publication in May 2026.
A compelling narrative can make all the difference for college admissions when making their final decisions. A strong essay provides insight into a student’s character and personal growth. Yes, a transcript is a record of classes and grades earned and standardized tests reveal test-taking strengths, but only the essay provides a gateway for colleges to understand who you really are.
In this 3 part online series we will:
1.) Review application prompts and discuss the pros and cons of particular essay
topics. Brainstorm essay ideas.
2.) Draft and share using freewriting to generate a draft.
3.) Revise, edit and share.
The additional shipping charge for a book that will be mailed to you.
ABOUT WENDY SWIFT:
Wendy Swift directed the writing center at an independent day and boarding school for sixteen years where she helped students craft their college essays. Additionally, she led workshops at public libraries and coached students to create winning college essays. She also taught freshman writing at the University of Hartford and supported students in UHart’s writing center. Swift’s essays have appeared in a variety of literary magazines including Brevity Blog and Yellow Arrow Review. She has written for the Connecticut Academy of Science and Engineering as well as The American Red Cross. Her memoir, A Dream Life is scheduled for publication in May 2026.