what i do
Through a well-written personal statement, you can give admission committees a glimpse of who you are as a person, beyond the spreadsheet of tabulated grades and test scores. The statement is your voice; the page is your microphone. I founded The Eaton Review to help students like you sculpt powerful and compelling statements where your story—your why—is centered and uplifted. Whether you want one last set of eyes on a final draft or need to sculpt a statement from scratch, I am here to help you articulate your unique journey in a way that feels polished and authentic.
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who i am
As a Federal Public Defender and Pastor, my professional life consistently illustrates the magnetism of storytelling. Through opening briefs, closing arguments, and afternoon sermons—before judges, juries, and congregations, I become the window frame through which my audience can see my client. My journey to this point has taken me into hollowed educational spaces.
While attending The University of Chicago Law School as a Rubenstein Scholar, I served as a comment editor of the Chicago Journal of International Law before clerking for a federal judge. Later, I attended Yale Divinity School as a Marquand Scholar and served on the Admissions Committee which selected future Yale Divinity classes. A personal statement, like the sermon or the closing argument, is simply another genre of storytelling.
And, to my surprise, I think it is my favorite of them all.
why choose me
I’ve sat in the rooms dialoguing with Yale deans and professors over which personal statements were the most memorable and which letters of recommendation were the most impactful. I know what the “Ivies” are looking for and how they think. Students I have worked with have been accepted to the best schools in the country:
Harvard, Yale, Stanford, Berkeley, UCLA, Howard, Chicago, MIT
and many more. I have over a decade of experience helping people with personal statements, and I’ve personally reviewed and edited over 500 statements.
When you choose The Eaton Review, you choose me,
Charles Eaton.
what i offer
$179
For students confident in their Personal Statement or CV/resume but want an expert’s opinion.
Comprehensive critique
In-depth review and analysis of your personal statement or CV/resume
Detailed feedback and suggestions for improvement provided within 72 hours
Expedited review
Guaranteed review within 36 hours.
$50
$349
For students who want more opportunities to improve their Personal Statement or CV/resume.
Three rounds of review and feedback on your personal statement or CV/resume
Telephone conversation after each round to enhance the collaborative editing process
Flexibility to review one statement three times or three different statements/essays once
Expedited review
Guaranteed review within 36 hours.
$50
$449
For students who want to build a Personal Statement or CV/resume from scratch.
Includes all benefits of the Professional Collaboration Package
Up to three brainstorming sessions to help you generate compelling ideas
Tailored writing prompts designed for you to craft a unique narrative
$999
Ten hours of school application support including: document editing, interview preparation, and scholarship negotiation
Priority service and unlimited revisions until you are fully satisfied with your personal statement
One-on-one mentoring throughout the application process
For aspiring Law students who want 1:1 coaching throughout the application process.
the eaton review grant program
Are you a student who would like a free review of your Personal Statement? Please sign-up for a chance to be entered into the grant program.
who i serve
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“Charles worked with me on my law school application for the fall of 2019. He assisted me in the application process by editing my personal statement and resume. Charles was extremely thoughtful and insightful in providing input on my law school application materials. He helped me craft my story in a compelling and unique way that smoothly highlighted professional and academic accomplishments while also fitting the narrative and theme I was conveying in my statement.”
Candace Yaminishi, JD
Business & Tort Litigation Association, Jones Day -
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“I contacted Mr. Eaton in preparation of my application for Yale Divinity School. Mr. Eaton meticulously reviewed my personal statement and provided detailed feedback that enhance my statement. As a result of his detailed comments and helpful suggestions, I received admission to Yale Divinity School. I highly recommend Mr. Charles’ services for anyone seeking admission to an Ivy League university.”
Anton Dormer, JD
Attorney at Law -
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“Charles is amazing at what he does. Simply put, he made my personal statement come alive. To date, when people read my personal statement, they are amazed by how well-written it is. This is all thanks to Charles. I truly believe I would not have gained admission to dental school without his help. Trust me when I say he is worth the investment and will do his absolute best to ensure that your writing is the best it can possibly be.”
Barbara Clyburn, DMD
Western University College of Dental Medicine 2024 -
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“Charles has always been a mentor to me since I decided i wanted to go to law school. I saw him attend a prestigious law school and wanted to accomplish the same. Charles helped me from tackling the LSAT to reviewing and editing my personal statement and ultimately helping me decide which law school to attend. He is very thorough and also personable, giving me hard but very informative advice to improve my application."
Germaine Grant, JD
Attorney-at-Law, Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP and Affiliates -
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“Working with Charles was a game-changer for me and played pivotal role in my acceptance to all the business school programs I applied to, including both Wharton and Harvard Business School. Charles didn’t just polish my writing; he helped me shape my story into something truly powerful, pushing me to get to the heart of what really matted and why. The application process for top-tier business schools demands a level of introspection and vulnerability that can be daunting. He helped me to confront it head-on and weave it into my narrative in a way that felt genuine and compelling."
RaeChelle English, MBA
Management Consultant | McKinsey & Co
Harvard Business School, Class of 2024 -
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"In 2023, I made a last-minute decision to apply to grad school with only 2 weeks to put together a compelling application. Knowing that the odds for were low for admission I knew I needed personal statement that was as close to perfect as possible. I needed to write a statement that was clear, concise, and made a strong argument for admission. Not only did he correct punctuation and grammatical errors, he took the time to understand what I wanted say and helped me frame my own words in a way that made a compelling argument. I took the lessons Charles didn't even know he gave me into grad school and I'm glad to report I'm thriving. Do yourself a favor and avail yourself of his services."
Brandon Parrish
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“My experience with the Eaton Review was extremely helpful. I received thorough feedback as to both the content and the grammar of my personal statement. The edits I received were also tailored specifically to the medical field I was applying. The edits I received were absolutely valuable.”
Dr. Oneil Grant
Attending Physician in Pediatric Emergency Medicine
Phoenix Children’s Hospital Medical Fellowship
