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Marino Education

College Essay Packages

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Whether you need a final polish, an objective reader’s perspective, or a fresh start with brainstorming, we’ll tailor the process to fit your needs. Together, we’ll develop a polished essay that boosts your confidence and highlights your individuality.

Package 1:
Elite PacKage

$500

  • Personal Statement Coaching: A Structured Three-Session Process

    This focused program guides students step-by-step through crafting a compelling Common App personal statement.

  • Session 1 (60 minutes):
    An engaging conversation and brainstorming session to identify the best Common App prompt, build ideas, and develop a strong essay outline.

    Session 2 (60 minutes):
    Collaborative drafting of the personal statement with real-time feedback, focusing on structure, clarity, and impact.

    Sessions 3 and 4
    (TWO 30 minute sessions):
    Finalizing and polishing the essay—refining ideas, organization, word choice, and ensuring a cohesive, compelling narrative. If time permits, we can engage in focused work on supplements.

  • Parents can elect to receive a follow-up phone email or text after each session to stay informed and engaged.
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Package 2
Elite Cohort Package

$400*

  • *(Price per student for a group of up to four students)

    This half-day intensive (4 hours) brings together a small group of motivated students who can encourage and challenge each other to reach their goals—while still receiving personalized, one-on-one support tailored to their individual needs.

    This session includes individualized coaching focused on each student’s top priorities. Whether it’s brainstorming, drafting personal statements, strategizing the Common App, developing activity lists, or planning supplemental essays, every student will get targeted guidance to meet them exactly where they are. As students progress through the workshop, they will continue to build on progress—receiving personalized feedback, editing support, and strategic planning for next steps, all within an encouraging group environment.

  • Throughout the day, your group will benefit from:

    • A supportive, distraction-free setting where students can motivate each other
    • Timely, individualized feedback and expert advice for every student
    • Energetic coaching that adapts to each student’s unique needs
    • Stress-free, meaningful progress on key application tasks

  • Parents can opt to receive follow-up texts or emails after both sessions to stay informed and engaged.

  • By day’s end, each student will feel more confident, gain momentum, and make significant progress toward completing their college applications—empowered by both individual attention and the energy of a small group.
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Package 3:
Core Essentials

$125/hour

  • Customize a package to meet your needs. Some clients need:

    • Personal statement brainstorming, drafting, or editing.
    • UCAS support
    • Common App activities lists
    • Resume proofreading
    • Supplemental essays
    • College list planning
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Package 4:
Outsider Review

$150

  • An experienced reader will take a fresh look at your polished college essay to help catch grammar mistakes, improve the flow, and make sure your message is clear to a reader who doesn’t know you. This package includes one comprehensive reading and editing session (approximately 45 minutes) and you receive detailed feedback on your essay in a Google Doc.
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