Write a College Essay That Gets You In
A live, hands-on essay bootcamp covering the CommonApp Personal Essay, UC PIQs & supplemental essays — led by Uppaji Kothapalli, GrowMe CEO. Normally $499. Now completely free.
- CommonApp, UC PIQs & supplemental essays — all covered
- Led by Uppaji Kothapalli (GrowMe CEO · ex-Apple, Intel, Cisco)
- Real, personal expert feedback on your essay
- One bootcamp across two days · 5 hours total · 100% free
Reserve Your Free Seat
No payment required · Confirmation & Zoom link sent by email
The Bootcamp
One Free Bootcamp. Two Days.
A single bootcamp held live across July 13 & 15 — 5 hours total. Register once to attend both days.
CommonApp · UC PIQs · Supplemental Essays
- Day 1 — July 13 · 10:00 AM–12:30 PM PST: Foundation & idea building
- Day 2 — July 15 · 10:00 AM–12:30 PM PST: Writing, refinement & expert feedback
Your Instructor
Guided by Uppaji Kothapalli
Built GrowMe to pair AI with human expertise — delivering personalized college guidance at a fraction of traditional cost.
Uppaji Kothapalli
Uppaji recognized that traditional college prep is outdated, overly manual, and lacks personalization. Drawing on his technology background from Intel, Cisco, and Apple, he built GrowMe to integrate AI with human expertise — giving students data-driven, personal essay coaching. In this free bootcamp he walks students from blank page to a powerful, authentic draft across two focused days.
FAQ
Questions? We've Got Answers.
Is the bootcamp really free?
Yes — this Summer Essay Bootcamp is now 100% free. It normally costs $499 per session, but there's no payment required to join. Just register to reserve your spot.
What are the dates and timing?
It's a single bootcamp held live across two days — July 13 & 15, 2026 — 2.5 hours each from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM PST (5 hours total) on Zoom. One registration covers both days. Your confirmation email includes the exact times and Zoom link.
Who teaches the bootcamp?
Uppaji Kothapalli, GrowMe's CEO and Co-Founder. He brings a technology background from Apple, Intel, and Cisco, and leads every session personally.
What will I walk away with?
A strong structured draft and clear direction. The bootcamp covers brainstorming, structuring, writing, and refinement — so you'll leave well on your way with expert feedback in hand.
How do I secure my seat?
Fill out the registration form at the top of this page. Spots fill fast, so register early. You'll get a confirmation email with your Zoom link.
Your Essay Can Get You In.
One free bootcamp. Two live sessions with GrowMe's CEO. Reserve your spot before it's gone.
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