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The #1 College Essay Mistake That Costs Students Acceptances (And even Scholarships) — And How to Avoid It
The #1 College Essay Mistake That Costs Students Acceptances (And even Scholarships) — And How to Avoid It
A live masterclass for parents of 11th graders to understand how admissions actually evaluate essays — and how to ensure your child stands out for the right reasons.
A live masterclass for parents of 11th graders to understand how admissions actually evaluate essays — and how to ensure your child stands out for the right reasons.
April 29th
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PETER RATZAN
(“College Pete”)
(“College Pete”)
Peter Ratzan is the President of Your College Concierge, a national college guidance firm focused on helping families navigate both admissions and affordability.
With over 20 years of experience, Peter has worked with more than 1,200 students and families, identifying the critical mistakes that cost students acceptances and scholarship opportunities.
A former high school teacher and college guidance counselor, Peter has helped students successfully position themselves for admission and funding at colleges across the country.
You will learn why ...
Most college essays fail because they answer the wrong question — not who the student is, but what they’ve done
Admissions officers are not grading writing — they are looking for a signal the transcript cannot provide
The right essay can directly influence scholarship decisions, not just acceptance outcomes
AI is NOT the answer and is actually an automatic disqualifier
Understanding the framework is not enough — execution is where most families fail
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