The one thing top admissions counselors charge thousands for: finding your narrative. This free 30-minute guide walks you through it step by step.

Most students build their college application piece by piece and end up with a list of good things that don't add up to anyone in particular. The strongest applicants start with their narrative: a clear, true story of who they are, backed by what they've actually done.

This free quick start guide helps you find yours. You'll:

• Look at what you've actually done and spot the patterns
• Answer the questions top counselors ask in their first sessions
• Write your narrative in one sentence using a simple template
• See how to use it in your essay, activities list and recommendations

Grab a notebook, answer honestly, and you'll finish with a clear direction for your whole application.