Let’s get those essays right

Sapna Sehgal, PhD, MSc (Oxon), PGCE, BCom

Hello! It’s nice to meet you. I’m Sapna and I’m here to help make your (or your student’s) college admissions journey stress-free!

I’ve been working in college admissions consulting for over 7 years, primarily for companies and individual families. When working with clients, I focus on essays to help your individuality shine, but can also help guide you through the rest of the process.

Below is a summary of my qualifications and experience

Qualifications

PhD in Cognitive Science & Language

  • University of Barcelona, 2021

MSc in Applied Linguistics & Second Language Acquisition

  • University of Oxford, 2013

Postgraduate Certificate in Education – Teaching English as a Second Language

  • McGill University, 2011

Bachelor of Commerce – Marketing major, Cooperative Education Route

  • University of Alberta School of Business, 2007

Experience

7+ years in College Admissions Consulting and essay editing for large, international companies and private clients
7+ years as a university professor teaching English, ESL, Marketing, Business, and Cross-Cultural Communications

20+ years of experience as a private English literature and language and writing tutor

5+ years of corporate marketing experience
Has lived in 6 countries (worked in 4, studied in 4) and speaks 3 languages

My Process

College Admissions Success Call

We start with a free, no-obligation to buy, comprehensive 45-minute call. We’ll take notes on your current reality and your goals, see if we’re a great fit to work together, and see which package would work well.

Whenever you or your family are ready, book your call.

Working on Your Essays + Unlimited Editing
We focus on the Common App Personal Statement, Supplemental Essays (undergrad) or Personal Statement and Writing Sample (grad school), because this is where you can truly tell your story and stand out as an individual. All packages include unlimited editing rounds, so we get your essay right.
Check-in Calls & Other Services
Once we’ve worked through the first draft of your essay, we’ll have brainstorming calls and check-ins via Zoom at the frequency determined by the package you choose.

I’m always available to answer your questions by email or text between editing rounds.

Book your 45-minute, comprehensive call now!