College Prep Camp
June 7 – 10, 2026 (Sunday – Wednesday)
This program is designed for rising seniors in the Class of 2027 who want a strong start on the college application process. Students will get clear direction on college search, personal statements, and supplemental essays, along with individualized feedback from our experienced counselors and admissions professionals. They’ll leave camp with real progress made and their biggest questions answered.
And because it is the Lair, we’re building in plenty of downtime too. Students can swim, hang out with new friends, play games, and enjoy the mountains while balancing work with fun.
Bonus: Friends who attend together each receive a 10 percent discount, even twin siblings!
If you have questions and/or would like to schedule a 30-min. conversation with our Senior Admissions Advisor, Ken Gonsalves, please complete this short intake form and Ken will reach out to you.
More About College Prep Camp
In the College Search Program, students get to build a smart, personalized college list without the usual stress spiral. We break down what colleges are really looking for, help students identify campuses that fit their vibe, and turn the whole search process into something that feels less like guesswork and more like clarity.
The Writing Program is where the magic happens. Students jump into their Common App essays, UC prompts, and scholarship responses with guided workshops, real-time feedback, and plenty of creative sparks. We help them find their voice, shape their stories, and write essays that actually sound like them, not a robot, not their parents, and definitely not ChatGPT.
By the end of camp, students walk away with major progress on their applications, a clear plan for the rest of the process, and a confidence boost that actually sticks. Plus, they’ll pick up a few new friends and bragging rights for being “ahead of the game” before senior year even starts.
Meet Your CPC Program Leads
Jason McConnell is the founder of My EdPrep and a former board member of the Cal Alumni Association, bringing extensive experience in college admissions, mentorship, and student development. Renowned for his creative writing expertise, Jason brings 15 years of experience helping students discover powerful essay ideas and craft compelling narratives. Jason also guides students in building meaningful extracurricular activities that reflect their strengths and goals. He blends professionalism with a grounded approach, empowering families with structure and confidence throughout the college planning process.
Haley Friedman guides high school students and their families through the college admissions process including college search and what to expect on applying to college. Haley also provides clear direction and support on college entrance essays and personal statements. Getting to know each student and guiding them on their unique path to college is Haley’s passion. Learn more about Haley Friedman.
Ken Gonsalves served as Senior Assistant Director in the Office of Undergraduate Admissions at UC Berkeley, where he evaluated thousands of applications and mentored prospective students navigating the path to college.
Upon graduating from Cal, Ken first started his career at UC Berkeley in the Transfer/Re-entry center before moving on to OUA. Over his 21-year tenure, Ken established a reputation for his in-depth understanding of admissions evaluation and his dedication to helping applicants share their authentic stories.
His work has extended beyond Berkeley. As the Senior Admissions Advisor with My EdPrep, Ken continues to support students in achieving admission to universities that best match their academic and personal aspirations.
Ken combines his institutional insight with his passion for mentorship—guiding students and families through every stage of the admissions process.
Booking & Accommodations
The cost of College Prep Camp is $1,795.00.
Tax will be itemized separately and found on your Lair reservation when your booking is confirmed on March 16.
Register with a friend and each student receives a 10% discount!
Students may book any open tent at registration. After sign up, we’ll take care of assigning campers together. If a student is attending with a same gender friend, we’ll place them in the same tent, no worries, no tent-draft drama.
When attending with friends, each family should still create their own account and register their own student. In the Special Request box, just jot down the friend they want to bunk with. Once we have that info, we’ll apply the 10 percent friend discount to both accounts and make sure the duo (or trio) ends up tented together, swapping stories instead of wandering around trying to find each other in the woods.
If you have questions and/or would like to schedule a 30-min. conversation with our Senior Admissions Advisor, Ken Gonsalves, please complete this short intake form and Ken will reach out to you.
