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• Entering high school senior year and applying to colleges this Fall
• 3.4 minimum unweighted GPA (finalists will be asked to submit digital copies of unofficial transcripts)
• Willing to share openly about their college journey with our team and fellow cohort members
• Desire to foster a supportive, group-learning environment of mutual respect and understanding
The cohort will include up to 4 students, each receiving at least three 1:1 meetings with Feiyang, our founder and lead coach, plus asynchronous feedback. You'll also attend a weekly office hour/support group to discuss progress and questions.
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Receive unlimited in-depth reviews for all essays and activities, targeting up to eight schools, ensuring fully realized potential in each submission.
Get expert guidance in identifying the best-fit schools based on your academic and career goals, ensuring a strategic and targeted application process.
Continuously refine your essays with insights from coffee chats with alumni from top schools/companies, leveraging their experiences for an unparalleled competitive edge.
Receive personalized advice on selecting the right majors and career paths that align with your strengths and long-term aspirations, helping you make informed decisions about your academic future.
Application Submission Deadline:
End of day (EOD) Friday, September 27 (local time).
Scholarship Coffee Chats
Rolling invitations between now and submission deadline.
Scholarship Recipient Notification:
By end of day (EOD) Saturday, September 28. Finalists have 24 hours to accept the offer before it's extended to the next finalist.
Program Start Date:
Evening of Sunday, September 29
Choose a CommonApp or UC Apply essay prompt that resonates with you. Briefly explain which prompt you chose and why it stands out. There’s no word limit—write as much or as little as needed to effectively share your story and what makes you unique.
If you've started your essay, feel free to share it for feedback. While we can't guarantee feedback for everyone, we aim to offer insights to all scholarship applicants.
We’d love to hear how your personal experiences make you a unique candidate for our coaching program. How will your perspective and contributions enrich our collaborative environment?
Scholarship finalists will have a brief coffee chat with Fei to share their goals and story further.
Curiosity and motivation
Demonstrates curiosity about personal growth and academics, with dedication and a willingness to step out of comfort zones while pursuing goals.
Introspection and self-awareness
Understands personal strengths, traits, and growth areas, and how reflections on experiences are shaping deeper aspirations and values, even if still exploring.
Alignment with YEC mission and values
Shows a clear understanding of and alignment with Your Epic Consulting's mission, focusing on not just college acceptance but long-term personal growth.
