
Camp College Summer Sessions
Common App Workshop:
Mastering Your College Applications
Program Overview
Ready to conquer the Common App and submit an application that stands out? The Camp CommonApp is a two-part intensive workshop designed to help high school seniors navigate the most important document of their college admissions journey.
Through a small-group virtual session and a personalized one-on-one consultation with Meredith Gadd, students will learn insider strategies, expert tips, and hidden tricks to make their Common App shine. This program ensures that every section of the application tells a powerful, cohesive story that truly represents who they are.
Limited to just 5 students per session, Camp CommonApp offers hands-on support, ensuring each participant walks away feeling confident, prepared, and ready to hit submit!
By the end of the program, students will have:
✅ An optimized Common App that highlights strengths, achievements, and a unique story.
✅ A strategy for navigating each section effectively—no missed opportunities or wasted space!
✅ Expert guidance on crafting a compelling Activities List and Additional Information section.
✅ A polished application ready for submission with no second-guessing.
Workshop Details
📅 Virtual Group Session Dates (Choose One)
June 22 (Sunday) at 7:00 PM
July 13 (Sunday) at 7:00 PM
July 14 (Monday) at 10:00 AM
July 27 (Sunday) at 7:00 PM
August 3 (Sunday) at 7:00 PM
August 11 (Monday) at 10:00 AM
📍 One-on-One Session: Scheduled at your convenience after the group session.
👥 Group Size: Limited to 5 students per session for personalized attention.
💲 Cost: $300 [Premium guidance at an exceptional value!]
What You’ll Learn
PART 1: Virtual Group Session (60-Minute Small Group Intensive)
🔹 “The Foundation: Building a Common App That Works for YOU”
How to set up your Common App profile correctly—avoiding easy, and costly mistakes.
The Personal Narrative Strategy: How every section of your Common App should connect to your unique story.
🔹 “The Activities List: Your 10 Slots of Gold”
Perfecting Activity Descriptions: How to maximize your impact in 150 characters.
Prioritization Hacks: The formula for ranking your activities for maximum impact.
Frame Leadership & Growth: Stand out even if you don’t have traditional leadership.
🔹 “Additional Info Section: The Secret Weapon”
What belongs here (and what doesn’t!)—don’t let this hidden opportunity go to waste.
Examples of high-impact Additional Info entries that give your application an edge.
PART 2: Personalized One-on-One Session
📌 “The Ultimate Application Polish”
Live Application Review: We’ll go through your Common App section by section, fine-tuning every detail.
Custom Strategies: Personalized advice on strengthening your activities, personal statement, and additional info.
Admissions Hacks & Last-Minute Fixes: Ensuring your application is error-free, compelling, and submission-ready.
Why Choose Camp CommonApp?
⭐ Expert-Led Guidance: Work directly with Meredith Gadd, a seasoned college counseling professional who knows what admissions officers want.
⭐ Small-Group, High-Quality Support: With only 5 students per session, you’ll get direct feedback and hands-on application coaching.
⭐ Actionable Takeaways: Leave with a fully optimized, polished application—no second-guessing!
⭐ Insider Tips & Tricks: Learn proven strategies that other applicants won’t know.