In this session, you will leave with a clear action plan for the weeks before the Common App opens on August 1. We will cover how to build a college list that holds up under pressure, how to approach the activities list so it reflects real depth rather than a resume dump, and how to identify your essay angle before you write a single word. Attending live means you can ask about your specific list, your specific background, and get a real answer in the moment, not a general one. The coach works with applicants through this process every cycle and will share the patterns that separate students who feel ready on opening day from those who are scrambling to catch up.