PEN ON PAPER LEARNING
College Applications
POP is offering fully individualized end-to-end support with college applications for universities in the US, Canada, UK, and the EU. POP alumni placements include Stanford, Wesleyan, U Penn, Washington State University, and Rutgers-New Brunswick. We take a holistic approach and emphasize finding the right-fit school for each student: our goal is not simply to gain admission, but for our students to thrive at their chosen schools and to succeed long after graduation.
Our end-to-end support includes the following:
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high school trajectory planning (ideal for 8-10th graders)
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building the college list
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support with applications to high school summer internships
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networking with alumni and other points of contact
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guiding your family through the application process
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helping shape college essays and personal statements
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interview coaching
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exam preparation for SAT, ACT, and AP exams (click here)
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selecting the best-fit school and navigating scholarships and financial aid
We also work with those applying to graduate programs, and our test prep includes the GRE and MCAT.
PACKAGES
Common App Essay Package: $425
In this very individualized process, each applicant is matched to an expert essay/college application coach who works with the applicant from start to finish. This comprehensive package includes:
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3 meetings with the expert coach: intake, check-in, and wrap-up.
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2 rounds of editing.
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3-week time limit: in just three weeks, you will have your Common App essay done and dusted.
We also offer rush options with 48-hour turnarounds - please inquire.
An Extra Set of Eyes: $175
If your personal statement is almost there but you would like an extra set of eyes on it before you click "submit" and breathe a sigh of relief, one of our essay reviewers can give you that fresh look and help apply finishing touches. Please note that this package does not include helping shape the essay or discover the story. If you need help with these steps, please consider the full Common App Essay Package above. This package includes:
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1 editing round focused on grammar, writing, and story cohesion.
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1 30-minute meeting with your reviewer to go over suggested edits.
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1-week time limit from the time you send your draft to the reviewer.
The basic package covers review of one essay draft. Reviews of any additional drafts are an additional $75 per draft and include an additional 15 minutes of meeting time per draft.
Individualized End-to-End Application Support
POP offers full service college application support from creating your college list to selecting your offer. We recommend that dedicated students start working with our team in 10th grade but it is never a bad time to start.
We also offer fast turnaround options for current seniors looking for that extra boost to their applications.
If interested, please email us at info@penonpaperlearning.com.
Staff
Click on each profile to learn more.
Pen on Paper Learning (Nina) got us through finish line during college admissions. I really appreciated our first initial conversation where Nina asked questions about my daughter, what she wanted to study in school, what she was studying now, etc. Nina took a holistic approach to her college apps. She also connected us to an amazing tutor who coached her through the SAT reading & writing section & college admissions essays. Nina worked w/my daughter on the math SAT. We also had check-ins & spreadsheets to keep us on track. They held my hand every step of the way while also encouraging my daughter to take ownership of the college admissions process.
Parent, New York, student placed into Rutgers-New Brunswick
Our daughter received tutoring precisely tailored to her needs for an AP CS exam. The tutor was available at times that worked for her and for a very reasonable fee. We would definitely look to POP learning for any future tutoring needs, and recommend the service enthusiastically to other parents.
Parents, Cambridge, MA
As a teacher, mentor, and friend of mine for over three years, Nina has guided me through the challenging areas of my academic career and has taught me valuable life skills such as organization and confidence. The one to two hour sessions each week have allowed me to quickly excel in my classes and achieve high marks. In addition, Nina is very understanding with her students, which is extremely motivating to continue learning and self improving.
Hannah, early acceptance to Stanford
As a non-traditional prospective graduate student who hadn’t taken a math, English, or writing class in 5+ years, Nina really helped me brush up on the basic skills and concepts from the ground up in time to take the GRE. She was able to pinpoint where my strengths and weaknesses were, how I studied best, then curated a study plan that worked for me. A weakness included wanting to give up often, but Nina was always very kind and encouraging!
Kimny, Washington State University