Draft & Revise College Essays

With a clear college list in mind, you can begin your essays and personal statements to highlight your story and fit with those institutions

Brainstorm, draft, and revise your transfer essays and UC PIQs. Reflect on your journey, highlight your strengths, and receive feedback to polish your writing.

Seek feedback and revise your essays. You can ask your ScholarMatch college coach and other trusted mentors and peers.

Suggested Deadline

How to complete this milestone

  1. Brainstorm personal experiences and achievements relevant to your transfer story.
  2. Draft your essays or UC PIQs.
  3. Share your drafts with a peer, mentor, or advisor for feedback.
  4. Revise essays incorporating feedback and proofread carefully.
  5. Finalize essays for submission with your applications.