A Global Interview Boot Camp for High School Students
Dream Pitch is Essai Education’s inaugural College Interview Boot Camp, selecting 10 outstanding high school students worldwide for a personalized workshop on acing elite college interviews.
Applications Open: July 7, 2025 | Deadline: July 20, 2025 | Winners Announced: July 27, 2025 | Workshop: First week of August 2025
What is Dream Pitch?
Dream Pitch is a selective, global, and free boot camp designed to prepare high school students for Ivy League and Top 10 university interviews. Through live, personalized training, our expert mentors will help you refine your pitch, sharpen your storytelling, and develop strategies that top universities expect in successful candidates.
Why Participate?
Live Mock Interviews
Practice real interview questions live with Essai mentors, receive actionable feedback, and build confidence for your Top 10 college interviews.
Free & Global
Open to high school students worldwide at no cost, ensuring access to elite college interview preparation regardless of location or background.
Selective Experience
Only 10 students will be chosen for focused, personalized mentorship, allowing targeted feedback to strengthen your story and interview readiness.
Future-Ready Skills
Learn to articulate your goals, interests, and values confidently, building communication skills that benefit your interviews and future academic journey.
Who Can Apply?
Students currently in Grade 10–12 or equivalent homeschooled level, preparing for college applications and interview readiness.
Students who have not graduated in 2025 are eligible to apply for this interview boot camp opportunity.
Open globally to students of all citizenships and countries seeking to prepare for Ivy League and Top 10 university interviews.
How to Participate
Record Pitch
Create a 1.5–2 minute video pitching yourself to your dream college, sharing your academic interests, connection, and why you’re a strong fit.
Submit Online
Apply between July 7–July 20, 2025 by submitting your video through our this page during the application window.
Await Results
Winners will be announced on July 27, 2025, and selected students will proceed to the workshop in the first week of August.
The Prize
Selected students will receive
A 1-hour personalized workshop with Essai’s mentors on elite university interview preparation.
Live practice on handling complex and high-pressure interview questions.
Personalized feedback to refine your pitch and storytelling skills.
Insights into what top universities look for in interviews.
Ready to Ace Your College Interview?
Dream Pitch 2025 Application Form
FAQ
Is there a cost to participate?
No, Dream Pitch is completely free.
Who can apply?
Students in Grades 10–12 (or equivalent) who have not graduated in 2025.
What should my video include?
A 1.5–2 minute pitch answering “Why Me?” explaining your academic interests and why you wish to attend your dream university.
When will winners be announced?
July 27, 2025.
When will the workshop take place?
During the first week of August 2025.