Writing Workshop Schedule

With the US and UK application season well under way, and the early Canadian application deadlines approaching quickly, October is the best time to start working on your written supplements.

If you have never attended a Writing Workshop before, here is how it works:

We recognize that writing is a process, so we follow your lead. Some students come in empty handed and leave directed and motivated to begin. Others come several drafts in and are looking for help refining their work. Our consultants and writing coaches help brainstorm appropriate topics, help plan an outline for an essay, and help draft documents to get the ball rolling. We also assist with editing to ensure students stay on topic and answer their essay prompts concisely and effectively, focusing on content, style and accuracy. We specialize in turning drafts into polished pieces.

But, why get writing help?

At Options Solutions, we recognize that writing plays an important part in the application and scholarship process for Canadian, US and UK universities. The sheer volume of work required for competitive programs is overwhelming. Students seek our assistance for a variety of reasons. For many students, this is the first time they are asked to conquer the challenging task of writing about themselves. For other students, it is their first attempt at true academic writing. Business and Engineering programs in Canada are becoming increasingly selective. Many universities, including Queen’s and UBC, require writing samples from ALL students. Students applying to the UK and to the US recognize that the personal statement or essay is the most subjective aspect of the application process. The writing portion of applications demonstrates who a student is beyond his/her marks and is often the tipping point of admission. Effective writing matters.

We have several Writing Workshop dates available for students to attend at both our office locations: