Riviera Essay Coaching offers comprehensive help in the college essay process. Led by professional writers, REC can assist every step of the way from brainstorming that brilliant idea for the common app to perfecting each and every supplemental essay.
The college essay—or essays if we’re real!—is a critical part, and often the toughest, of the application. The common app is a personal narrative where students paint a picture of themselves, tell their story, and really turn the volume up on who they are. Our applicants already have strong resumes and plenty of bullet points, but this is where they get to shine. This is what sets them apart.
We work 1:1 with students to brainstorm, outline, structure, revise and refine essays, start to finish
We help students identify how they stand out and encourage their authentic voice
We take on the process so students can enjoy it (yes, it can be fun!) and parents can step back and enjoy their kids
We help produce compelling stories that are unforgettable and unique to each student
Our students have been accepted at schools throughout the United States, including: Boston College, Columbia University, UC Berkeley, UCLA, UC San Diego, UC Davis, UC Santa Barbara, University of Washington, Marist College, and many more.
Kim is wonderful to work with—she is able to be both your family’s coach and cheerleader as well as the port in the storm when needed. She is truly passionate about helping your child uncover their unique story and to tell it authentically. She helped us at the 11th hour and was compassionate and incisive.
— Erin D., mom of UC Berkeley freshman, class of 2028
Witnessing my daughter go through a complete transformation after working closely with Jennifer was an incredible gift. She was overwhelmed – constantly stuck on some tricky supplemental questions. Jennifer was able to break them down and carve a path for my daughter to break through with succinct, articulate essays that were authentic to her. Jennifer’s calm confidence, enthusiastic approach and raw talent was the exact antidote to the stressful application process.
— Lindsay D., mom of high school senior, class of 2025
We had the pleasure of working with Kim as she coached my daughter during her college essay writing process. Kim was encouraging, was prompt in giving feedback, and gave writing insights and advice that stayed true to my daughter’s voice while making her writing “pop.” It was a great learning experience, and it was obvious that Kim really cared about my daughter’s success. I highly recommend Kim Klawuhn as a writing coach!
— Heather M., mom of UC Berkeley freshman, class of 2028
Working with Jenny was extremely helpful in the college essay process. She guided me through and was a calming presence during this stressful time. She treated me as an adult and valued my opinions, which was very refreshing. I cannot recommend working with her enough!
— Alessa, Boston College, class of 2029
Kim Klawuhn has been a professional writer for 25 years with a background in public relations and tech writing, which gives her a strategic perspective, ensuring every idea is targeted and every word counts. In addition to private coaching, she is a volunteer essay coach with Mission Scholars.
Jennifer Kramer has been a professional writer for 25 years with a background in creative writing and journalism, balancing personal narrative and story with a sharp eye for editing. In addition to private coaching, she is a volunteer essay coach with Mission Scholars.