The College Essay Advisors Podcast

Join College Essay Advisors' Founder and Chief Advisor, Stacey Brook, and Director of Advising, Becca Myers, for the inside scoop on all things college essay-related – from brainstorming tips to real time essay reviews. This is your chance to go behind the scenes at CEA and discover what admissions is really looking for!

The College Essay Advisors Podcast is a education podcast hosted by College Essay Advisors, with 44 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  Episode #46

  46: Supplemental Essays About Conflict and Disagreement: What to Know Before You Write

  Aug 13, 202616 minS1

  Join Stacey and Becca as they unpack how students can approach supplemental essay prompts about disagreement and differing points of view. They’ll discuss what colleges may be looking for in these responses, and how to write about conflict with maturity, nuance, and purpose. Order your copy of Stacey's new book: https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/the-uncommon-college-essay-book/ Work with an Advisor one-on-one: https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/one-on-one-advising/ CEA's Harvard Supplemental Essay Guide: https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/supplemental-essay/harvard-university-supplemental-essay-prompt-guide/ CEA's Amherst Supplemental Essay Guide: https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/supplemental-essay/amherst-college-supplemental-essay-prompt-guide/ CEA's Emory Supplemental Essay Guide: https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/supplemental-essay/emory-university-supplemental-essay-prompt-guide/ Watch some of our YouTube videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MaLsIu1vdE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6VxiKDeqQc Follow us on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CollegeEssayAdvisors Twitter: https://twitter.com/CollegeEssayAdv Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/collegeessayadvisors/ Website: https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/ *Details have been changed as it relates to any and all essay examples mentioned in the podcast to protect the privacy of our clients. Don't forget to subscribe so you can be notified when we release new episodes!

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  Episode #45

  45: The Purpose of the Why Essay (and How to Make Sure Yours Is Distinct!)

  Aug 6, 202619 minS1

  Join Stacey and Becca as they break down the purpose of the “Why This School” supplemental essay prompt and offer context as to what admissions officers are really looking for. They share practical strategies for researching colleges, making your responses specific and personal, and how to connect your past interests to school offerings. Listen now to learn how to demonstrate genuine fit while crafting a response that stands out from the crowd. Order your copy of Stacey's new book: https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/the-uncommon-college-essay-book/ Work with an Advisor one-on-one: https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/one-on-one-advising/ Access CEA's Expert Supplemental Essay Guides: https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/supplemental-essay-guide/ Watch some of our YouTube videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MaLsIu1vdE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6VxiKDeqQc Follow us on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CollegeEssayAdvisors Twitter: https://twitter.com/CollegeEssayAdv Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/collegeessayadvisors/ Website: https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/ *Details have been changed as it relates to any and all essay and letter examples mentioned in the podcast to protect the privacy of our clients. Don't forget to subscribe so you can be notified when we release new episodes!

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  Episode #44

  44: Supplemental Essays 101: What Colleges Ask—and Why!

  Jul 30, 202622 minS1

  Join Stacey and Becca as they break down the most common types of supplemental essays students will encounter during the college application process. From “Why Us?” and "Tell us about a community" essays to short answers and creative oddball prompts, they explain what colleges are really hoping to learn from each one, and how students can approach them with a narrative strategy in mind. Order your copy of Stacey's new book: https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/the-uncommon-college-essay-book/ Work with an Advisor one-on-one: https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/one-on-one-advising/ Access CEA's Expert Supplemental Essay Guides: https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/supplemental-essay-guide/ Watch some of our YouTube videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MaLsIu1vdE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6VxiKDeqQc Follow us on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CollegeEssayAdvisors Twitter: https://twitter.com/CollegeEssayAdv Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/collegeessayadvisors/ Website: https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/ *Details have been changed as it relates to any and all essay and letter examples mentioned in the podcast to protect the privacy of our clients. Don't forget to subscribe so you can be notified when we release new episodes!

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  Episode #42

  42: Are Any College Essay Topics Off Limits?

  Jul 16, 202615 minS1

  Students often hear that topics like mental health, loss, service trips, injuries, or family challenges are “too risky” for college essays—but is that actually true? Join Stacey and Becca as they unpack what makes a topic risky, what makes it work, and how to tell the difference before you start writing. Order your copy of Stacey's new book: https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/the-uncommon-college-essay-book/ Work with an Advisor one-on-one: https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/one-on-one-advising/ CEA's Common Application Essay Prompt Guide: https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/portfolio-items/common-application-essay-prompts-guide/ CEA's Expert Supplemental Essay Guides: https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/supplemental-essay-guide/ Watch some of our YouTube videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MaLsIu1vdE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6VxiKDeqQc Follow us on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CollegeEssayAdvisors Twitter: https://twitter.com/CollegeEssayAdv Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/collegeessayadvisors/ Website: https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/ *Details have been changed as it relates to any and all essay and letter examples mentioned in the podcast to protect the privacy of our clients. Don't forget to subscribe so you can be notified when we release new episodes!

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  Episode #41

  41: Using AI to Draft College Essays: Yay or Nay?

  Aug 29, 202514 minS1

  <p>Join Stacey and Becca as they dive into the nuances of AI in higher education, particularly its role in the college admissions process. They discuss evolving AI tools for students, share insights on university policies, and reflect on their own experiences (and those of their students) with AI.<br/><br/>AI policies from the Top 30 Colleges and Universities:<br/>https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/ai-use-in-college-essays-what-top-30-admissions-offices-will-and-wont-allow/<br/><br/>Order your copy of Stacey's new book:<br/>https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/the-uncommon-college-essay-book/<br/><br/>Work with an Advisor one-on-one:<br/>https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/one-on-one-advising/<br/><br/>Access CEA's Expert Supplemental...

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