You can always edit a bad page. You can’t edit a blank page.

– Jodi Piccoult

You learn to write by writing.

– William Zinsser

All writing consulting services are offered in-person and virtually. We live in the age of technology, and I successfully work with clients from around the corner or around the world from the comfort of their homes, dorm rooms or offices.

Contact me to discuss your needs and work-style preferences.

Recent college, university,
and graduate program acceptances

– American University
– Auburn University
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– Louisiana State University
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– San Diego State University
– Sarah Lawrence College
– Savannah College of Art and Design
– School of the Art Institute of Chicago
– Stanford University
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– Tufts University
– Tulane University
– University of Alabama
– University of Arizona
– University of California Los Angeles
– University of Central Florida
– University of Chicago
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– University of Delaware
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– University of Washington
– Vanderbilt University
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– Worchester Polytechnic University
– Yeshiva University

Mindy Blum

Mindy has over 30 years of teaching experience in secondary and higher education. She has helped students with the college essay process for 15 years and collectively, has worked with students on over 7,000 pieces of writing. Mindy holds a B.A. from Emory University and an M.A.T from Columbia University.

Mindy has chosen to focus her practice on college and graduate school admissions essays and applications because she is passionate about helping students express their stories and messages effectively and authentically.

Mindy Blum is a member of the following organizations:

Contributing Writer

Contributing Writer

College Essay
Consulting and Coaching Services

  • Common Application (Common App) personal statements
 
  • Personal statements and supplemental essays for Individual Application Systems
 
  • College-specific supplemental essays
 
  • Common Application activities section
 
  • Additional Information section essay for Common Application
 
  • Transfer personal statements and supplemental essays

Graduate School Essay
Consulting and Coaching Services

  • Personal statements

 

  • Program-specific supplemental essays

 

  • Resumes and CVs

Five Steps to an Awesome Essay

  • Brainstorming/choosing a topic: By reflecting on who you are as a person, we will pinpoint your most promising material. Through a series of free-writing prompts, I will help you find material based on your unique characteristics and experiences.
  • First draft: You’ll write without stopping to check your grammar or worry if your essay is organized, or sounds silly. I want you to let your ideas flow and get them down.
  • Second to third draft:We’ll organize your ideas, eliminate what is not essential, and further develop the gems in your story.
  • Next draft: At this stage, we will refine your word choices, sentence structure, and grammar. This essay will reflect the best you, effectively and authentically.
  • Final proofread: We will go through your essay for a final polish and proofread, and your essay is ready to submit—congratulations!

Please note, I do not write essays for students. My services are meant to enhance your writing skills, and with effective brainstorming techniques, expert coaching, and collaborative editing, your essay will be just that—yours.

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