Come to Harvard and craft the perfect application.
Master the Common Application and college admissions process sitting in the seats of Presidents, Fortune 500 CEOs, and Nobel Laureates. This one week immersive program takes place inside the storied gates of Harvard Yard. Students will have the opportunity to explore Harvard & MIT, as well as network with like minded top high school and college students.
Who can attend?
We are looking for the most qualified Juniors and Seniors in High School, though exceptions can be made for especially impressive Sophomores!
The application, linked below, will ask the following questions:
- Please list (at most) five accomplishments.
- What do you hope to take away from the Crimson Coaching Academy (25-100 words)?
- Briefly describe an accomplishment you're particularly proud of (50-150 words)
What the program covers:
Personal Statement
At the Crimson Coaching Academy, we excel in refining personal statements with personalized guidance, leveraging our experienced tutors’ insights with a track record of successful college admissions. Our tailored approach ensures your statement authentically represents your strengths, maximizing your chances of standing out to admissions committees at top-tier universities.
College List
Learn how to craft a personalized college application list with our trained Harvard tutors. Our tutors work with you to understand your goals, preferences, and strengths, ensuring a well-rounded and strategic selection of institutions that align with your aspirations and maximize your chances of admission.
Supplemental Essay
With the nuances of various essay prompts across many applications, develop versatile, compelling responses that resonate with different questions. The Crimson Coaching Academy ensures your supplemental essays are not only well-written but also strategically aligned with diverse admission requirements.
Expert Insight
Hear from admissions officers at top institutions in a Q&A session, and form genuine connections with current Harvard students while learning about their process of navigating college admissions.
5-Day Schedule
While each day’s content is different, all class days will run from 9AM - 5PM. Students can expect to be notified of exact classroom locations prior to their arrival, but know that all classes will be held on Harvard’s historic campus. All work sessions will be staffed by multiple tutors to answer any questions in real time.
9:00-10:00 Intro to the CCA
10:00-10:05 Break
10:05-10:35 Intro to the Common App
10:35-10:40 Break
10:40-11:45 Choosing Your Topic
11:45-12:45 Lunch
12:45-1:45 Brainstorming Work Session for Topics
1:45-3:15 Tour of Harvard
3:15-4:40 How to Write the Best
Personal Statement
4:40-5:00 Closing remarks
9:00-10:20 How to fill out the Activities & Honors section
10:20-10:30 Break
10:30-11:30 Q&A Session with Harvard Students about the Application & Student Life
11:30-12:30 Lunch
12:30-1:30 How to Build a College List
1:30-1:40 Break
1:40-2:10 Panel with College Admissions Officers
2:10-2:40 EA vs ED vs REA vs RD
2:40-3:50 Personal Statement Work Session
3:50-4:00 Break
4:00-5:00 Honors & Activities Work Session
9:00-9:30 Test optional & Test Score Submission Discussion
9:30-9:40 Break
9:40-10:40 Intro to Suplemental Essays
10:40-12:00 Suplemental Essay Work Session
12:00-1:00 Lunch
1:00-2:00 Introduction to Resumes
2:00-2:30 Resume Work Session
2:30-3:40 Personal Statement Work Session
3:40-4:30 How Harvard Grades Applications & How it can be Applied Across Schools
4:30-5:00 Personal Statement Work session
9:00-9:30 How to edit your personal statement
9:30-11:30 Tour of MIT
11:30-12:30 Lunch
12:30-2:00 More on How to Edit Your Personal Statement & Other Essays
2:00-2:10 Break
2:10-4:00 Free Work Session for Personal Statements, Suplementals, Resumes, College Lists, etc.
4:00-4:05 Break
4:05-5:00 How to Ace Your Interview
9:00-11:30 Mock Interviews & Work session
11:30-12:30 Lunch
12:30-1:30 How to Pick a School After Decisions
1:30-1:40 Break
1:40-2:30 Integrating into College Academics
2:30-2:35 Break
2:35-3:30 Integrating into College Life
3:30-4:30 Final Work Session & Feedback for Essays
4:30-5:00 Closing Statements
Program Dates
June 23 - 27
June 30 - July 3
July 7 - 11
July 14 - 18
July 21 - 25
July 28 - Aug 1
August 4 - 8
Aug 11 - 15
Financial Aid
HSA Tutoring is proud to offer need-based financial aid for both domestic and international students.
Financial aid applications are evaluated on a case by case basis following completion of the standard Crimson Coaching Academy application.
