Write Your Way Into College

Stuck on Your College Essay?

You’re not alone. College admissions are more competitive than ever, and a run-of-the-mill essay could hold you back. Maybe:

You’re staring at a blank page...

... because you have no idea what story to write.

Your draft sounds nothing like you...

... and you know it won’t stand out.

You’ve excelled in high school...

... but so have thousands of other students.

You’re worried a mediocre essay...

... will hurt your chances at your dream school.

It’s frustrating—and high stakes. But it doesn’t have to stay that way.

You Don’t Have to Do It Alone

Gunning Essay Coaching is your personal guide to crafting an essay that shines. Our coach is an award-winning screenwriter with 20+ years of storytelling experience and nearly a decade of success helping students get into their top-choice colleges. You bring your unique experience, we'll bring the techniques to help you tell a story that admissions officers will never forget.

Great essays showcase a student's EQ—emotional intelligence. We get to know the real you, from your most transformative events to your guilty pleasures, and select an authentic, emotionally powerful topic. No boring cliches, no writing someone else’s script. With unlimited 1-on-1 sessions and feedback, we'll collaborate until your essays are true to you—and ready to impress.

What You’ll Gain

Your Voice, Amplified

Write an essay that sounds like you. We help you uncover personal stories and tell them with heart. (No generic templates—just your authentic voice made compelling.)

No More Essay Stress

Go from stuck to confident. With unlimited coaching sessions, you’ll have support at every step. No more guessing if your essay is good enough—you’ll know it is.

Make your application hard to ignore. Our approach has helped students get into Harvard, MIT, Stanford, and more. Your essay will get noticed for all the right reasons.

Stand Out to Admissions

"I didn't have any idea what to write about, but I was really proud of my essay by the end."

J.S., Santa Clara University (Leavey School of Business) Class of 2029

"The process improved my son’s essay as well as his confidence... he got into two of his reach schools."

L.K., Parent of Stanford admit

"I was kind of scared that my essay would sound fake, but it actually sounded like me."

"My daughter was so proud of her essay. One admissions office even left a note with her acceptance saying how much they enjoyed it... the investment is worth every penny."

"The unlimited feedback helped a ton. I never felt rushed, and felt less stressed out."

"Brough kept our son on track despite his (our son's) busy schedule. We always felt he was in good hands.... the professionalism made the whole process stress-free for our family."

R.P., University of Texas, Austin, Class of 2028

P.C., Parent of Duke admit

K.J., Notre Dame Class of 2027

M.J., Parent of Columbia admit

Testimonials

Ready to Get Started?

Limited spots available this season. Book your free consultation now to secure your place and start crafting a winning college essay.

Frequently asked questions

What if I don’t have an impressive story to tell?

You don’t need a dramatic story. We’ll help you find meaning in your experiences. Unexpected topics can become powerful essays with the right approach.

Will my essay still sound like me if I get help?

Absolutely. Your ideas and voice are always at the center. We guide you to express them more clearly; we never put words in your mouth. The essay will be 100% yours.

Are sessions really unlimited?

Yes. You can meet with your coach as many times as you need, until you’re completely satisfied with your essay. No extra fees or cut-off times—we’re with you every step of the way.

How can I contact you?

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