The College Essay Advisors Podcast

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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!

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

    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.AI policies from the Top 30 Colleges and Universities:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/ai-use-in-college-essays-what-top-30-admissions-offices-will-and-wont-allow/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=0MaLsIu1vdEhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6VxiKDeqQcFollow us on social:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CollegeEssayAdvisorsTwitter: https://twitter.com/CollegeEssayAdvInstagram: 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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    40: The Uncommon College Essay (Stacey's New Book!)

    Join Stacey and Becca as they discuss The Uncommon College Essay: An Approachable Guide to an Intimidating Process, Stacey’s new book that walks students and parents through CEA’s step-by-step approach to drafting compelling, successful admissions essays. Stacey offers listeners insight into what they can expect from the book and how they can apply what they’ve learned to their own application essays.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=0MaLsIu1vdEhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6VxiKDeqQcFollow us on social:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CollegeEssayAdvisorsTwitter: https://twitter.com/CollegeEssayAdvInstagram: 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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    39: How to Write College Essays as a STEM Applicant

    Join Stacey and Becca as they discuss how STEM applicants can enhance their own natural writing abilities, differentiate themselves from other applicants with similar relevant experiences in this hypercompetitive field, and reimagine what it means to be creative in the context of college application essays.The Benefits, Cost, and Process of Working with a College Essay Advisor:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/college-essay-advisors-the-benefits-cost-and-process-of-working-with-a-college-essay-advisor/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=0MaLsIu1vdEhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6VxiKDeqQcFollow us on social:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CollegeEssayAdvisorsTwitter: https://twitter.com/CollegeEssayAdvInstagram: 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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    38: Questions to Ask When Choosing a College Essay Advisor

    Join Stacey and Becca as they offer advice to parents and students searching for college essay assistance and share the questions you should ask to ensure you hire the right college essay coach for your family.The Benefits, Cost, and Process of Working with a College Essay Advisor:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/college-essay-advisors-the-benefits-cost-and-process-of-working-with-a-college-essay-advisor/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=0MaLsIu1vdEhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6VxiKDeqQcFollow us on social:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CollegeEssayAdvisorsTwitter: https://twitter.com/CollegeEssayAdvInstagram: 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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    37: How to Write a Strong Impact Essay (About Community Service)

    Join Stacey and Becca as they discuss the purpose of the Impact Essay, review Impact Essay prompts from schools like Princeton and Northwestern, and offer guidance on how to write supplemental essays about community service that avoid common clichés while making an impact on admissions.More about the Impact Essay:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/the-impact-essay/Watch some of our YouTube videos:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MaLsIu1vdEhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6VxiKDeqQcWork one-on-one with an Advisor from our team:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/one-on-one-advising/Follow us on social:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CollegeEssayAdvisorsTwitter: https://twitter.com/CollegeEssayAdvInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/collegeessayadvisors/Website: https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/Villanova Supplemental Essay Guide:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/supplemental-essay/villanova-university-supplemental-essay-prompt-guide/Northwestern Supplemental Essay Guide:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/supplemental-essay/northwestern-university-supplemental-essay-prompt-guide/Princeton Supplemental Essay Guide:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/supplemental-essay/princeton-university-supplemental-essay-prompt-guide/*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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    36: Medical School Secondaries: What to Know and How to Prepare

    Join Stacey and Becca as they break down the medical school secondary essay process and provide helpful information regarding the timeline, the most common secondary essay questions that you can expect to see, and how to set yourself up for success before you become inundated with essay requests. (Hint: it helps to stay organized!) Work one-on-one with an Advisor from our team:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/graduate-admissions/How to Write a Strong Personal Comments Essay:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/amcas-application-for-med-school-how-to-write-a-strong-personal-comments-essay/How to Write Successful Md-PhD and Significant Research Experience Essays:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/how-to-write-successful-md-phd-and-significant-research-experience-essays/Six Medical School Secondary Essays You Can Start Writing Right Now:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/six-medical-school-secondary-essays-you-can-start-writing-right-now-and-which-ones-you-should-wait-on/Follow us on social:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CollegeEssayAdvisorsTwitter: https://twitter.com/CollegeEssayAdvInstagram: 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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    35: Writing the AMCAS Personal Comments Essay for Medical School Applications

    Join Stacey and Becca as they offer insight on how medical school applicants can craft compelling personal statements for the AAMC application. They address the timeline of med school admissions and how to think strategically about the stories you tell, given common secondary application essay questions (which we’ll dive into more in our upcoming episode!).Work one-on-one with an Advisor from our team:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/graduate-admissions/How to Write a Strong Personal Comments Essay:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/amcas-application-for-med-school-how-to-write-a-strong-personal-comments-essay/How to Write Successful Md-PhD and Significant Research Experience Essays:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/how-to-write-successful-md-phd-and-significant-research-experience-essays/Six Medical School Secondary Essays You Can Start Writing Right Now:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/six-medical-school-secondary-essays-you-can-start-writing-right-now-and-which-ones-you-should-wait-on/Follow us on social:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CollegeEssayAdvisorsTwitter: https://twitter.com/CollegeEssayAdvInstagram: 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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    34: How to Write a Distinctive Waitlist Letter to Your Top-Choice School

    Join Stacey and Becca as they explain the difference between being deferred and being waitlisted, what being waitlisted really means, and what you can do to increase your odds of securing an acceptance (hint: write a unique waitlist letter!). Work one-on-one with an Advisor from our team:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/one-on-one-advising/Follow us on social:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CollegeEssayAdvisorsTwitter: https://twitter.com/CollegeEssayAdvInstagram: 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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    32: How to Approach the College Transfer Objective Statement

    Join Stacey and Becca as they discuss the Transfer Objective Statement. They cover the most frequent mistakes transfer applicants make while writing their admissions essays, as well as advice for drafting transfer essays that stand out.Watch some of our YouTube videos:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MaLsIu1vdEhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6VxiKDeqQcWork one-on-one with an Advisor from our team:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/one-on-one-advising/Follow us on social:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CollegeEssayAdvisorsTwitter: https://twitter.com/CollegeEssayAdvInstagram: 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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    30: What to Do if You Are Rejected in the Early Action/Early Decision Round

    Join Stacey and Becca as they offer applicants tips for processing the disappointment of rejection, insight into the admissions decision process, and recommendations for how applicants can optimize their admissions essays ahead of Regular Decision deadlines.Sign up for your Rejection Review: https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/one-on-one-advising/the-rejection-deferral-review/Access CEA's Expert Supplemental Essay Guides:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/supplemental-essay-guide-2024-25/Why Rejection is Actually Good For You:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/founder-thinks-rejection-is-good-for-you/Watch some of our YouTube videos:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MaLsIu1vdEhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6VxiKDeqQcFollow us on social:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CollegeEssayAdvisorsTwitter: https://twitter.com/CollegeEssayAdvInstagram: 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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    29: Early Action and Early Decision Deferrals: What They Mean and What You Can Do About It!

    Join Stacey and Becca as they discuss what being deferred means and what you can do to improve your odds of admission in the Regular Decision application round—both for your top-choice school and the remaining schools on your list. Sign up for your Deferral Review: https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/one-on-one-advising/the-rejection-deferral-review/Access our Ivy League Deferral Guides:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/deferral-guide/Watch some of our YouTube videos:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MaLsIu1vdEhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6VxiKDeqQcFollow us on social:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CollegeEssayAdvisorsTwitter: https://twitter.com/CollegeEssayAdvInstagram: 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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    28: The College Essay Advisors Assessment Service Option (Bonus episode!)

    Join Stacey and Becca as they offer listeners insight as to what applicants can expect upon signing up for an expert assessment of their college essay draft(s) and discuss their methods for constructively delivering feedback to young writers.Sign up for your college essay assessment:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/one-on-one-advising/assessment-and-revision-services/Watch some of our YouTube videos:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MaLsIu1vdEhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6VxiKDeqQcFollow us on social:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CollegeEssayAdvisorsTwitter: https://twitter.com/CollegeEssayAdvInstagram: 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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    27: College Essay Brainstorming Exercises (Part 3: Objects)

    Join Stacey and Becca as they walk you through one of their favorite ways of brainstorming for the personal statement: the object exercise! Take a look around your room and identify a few objects that are near and dear to you, then reflect on what they represent to you or remind you of. You may just identify a conduit to an impactful college essay topic!Watch some of our YouTube videos:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MaLsIu1vdEhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6VxiKDeqQcAccess our Supplemental Essay Guides:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/supplemental-essay-guide-2024-25/Work one-on-one with an Advisor from our team:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/one-on-one-advising/Follow us on social:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CollegeEssayAdvisorsTwitter: https://twitter.com/CollegeEssayAdvInstagram: 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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    26: How to Write About Hardship and Trauma in Your College Essay

    Join Stacey and Becca as they discuss strategies for writing essays about hardship that emphasize positive qualities that will empower you to succeed in higher education, rather than relying on common platitudes. They also touch on the pressure many marginalized students feel to “sell their pain” by sharing traumatic stories in their college essays and offer advice on how to avoid writing about challenges that may read as trivial to admissions.Watch some of our YouTube videos:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MaLsIu1vdEhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6VxiKDeqQcWork one-on-one with an Advisor from our team:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/one-on-one-advising/Follow us on social:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CollegeEssayAdvisorsTwitter: https://twitter.com/CollegeEssayAdvInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/collegeessayadvisors/Website: https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/Watch our episode on How to Write About Summer Camp: https://youtu.be/YqdU3seD-NYRead the guest essay from The New York Times entitled, "When I Applied to College, I Didn’t Want to ‘Sell My Pain’": https://www.nytimes.com/2021/05/09/opinion/college-admissions-essays-trauma.html*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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    25: The Dos and Don’ts of the Activity Essay

    Join Stacey and Becca as they review common Activity Essay prompts, discuss the purpose of the essay within the scope of the larger application, offer guidance on which of your activities to expand upon, and flag common pitfalls to sidestep. Watch some of our YouTube videos:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MaLsIu1vdEhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6VxiKDeqQcWork one-on-one with an Advisor from our team:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/one-on-one-advising/Follow us on social:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CollegeEssayAdvisorsTwitter: https://twitter.com/CollegeEssayAdvInstagram: 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!The prompts discussed in this episode read as follows:- Stanford 2023-24 Activity Prompt: "Briefly elaborate on one of your extracurricular activities, a job you hold, or responsibilities you have for your family. (50 word limit)"- Georgetown 2023-24 Activity Prompt: "Briefly discuss the significance to you of the school or summer activity in which you have been most involved. (1/2 page, single-spaced, or approximately 300-400 words depending on font size)"- Most common Activity Prompt: "Please briefly elaborate on one of your extracurricular activities or work experiences. (250 words)"

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    24: How to Write About Religion, Faith, & Politics in Your College Essay

    Join Stacey and Becca as they weigh the risks and benefits of writing about religion, faith, and politics in your college essay. Can applicants address potentially controversial topics without polarizing admissions? How should their school lists factor into the decision? Listen to get some expert advice from the people behind College Essay Advisors.Watch some of our YouTube videos:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MaLsIu1vdEhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6VxiKDeqQcWork one-on-one with an Advisor from our team:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/one-on-one-advising/Follow us on social:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CollegeEssayAdvisorsTwitter: https://twitter.com/CollegeEssayAdvInstagram: 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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    23: The Dangers of Reading College Essay Examples

    Join Stacey and Becca as they discuss the risks that accompany reading too many college essay examples and ways students and parents alike can best set themselves up for success before starting the college essay writing process.Watch some of our YouTube videos:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MaLsIu1vdEhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6VxiKDeqQcWork one-on-one with an Advisor from our team:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/one-on-one-advising/Follow us on social:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CollegeEssayAdvisorsTwitter: https://twitter.com/CollegeEssayAdvInstagram: 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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    22: How to Write Your College Essay About Someone Else (While Still Centering Your Story)

    Join Stacey and Becca as they discuss the dangers of writing about someone else in your college essay and what you can do to make sure the spotlight shines on you (your strengths, your character, your candidacy)! Watch some of our YouTube videos:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MaLsIu1vdEhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6VxiKDeqQcWork one-on-one with an Advisor from our team:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/one-on-one-advising/Follow us on social:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CollegeEssayAdvisorsTwitter: https://twitter.com/CollegeEssayAdvInstagram: 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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    21: How to Write About Summer Camp Successfully in Your College Essay

    Join Stacey and Becca as they discuss the challenges of writing about one of the most common college essay topics: summer camp. Is it possible to write about camp while still differentiating yourself from other applicants with similar stories? Learn how this common experience can be a featured player in your story without taking center stage.Watch some of our YouTube videos:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MaLsIu1vdEhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6VxiKDeqQcWork one-on-one with an Advisor from our team:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/one-on-one-advising/Follow us on social:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CollegeEssayAdvisorsTwitter: https://twitter.com/CollegeEssayAdvInstagram: 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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    20: What is the Additional Information Essay?

    Join Stacey and Becca as they discuss the role of the Additional Information Essay in the college application. They cover the purpose of this text box and the kinds of circumstances that warrant an essay, as well as the dangers of submitting a superfluous essay.Watch some of our YouTube videos:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MaLsIu1vdEhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6VxiKDeqQcAccess our Supplemental Essay Guides:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/supplemental-essay-guide-2024-25/Work one-on-one with an Advisor from our team:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/one-on-one-advising/Follow us on social:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CollegeEssayAdvisorsTwitter: https://twitter.com/CollegeEssayAdvInstagram: 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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    19: Writing About Mental Illness in Your College Essay

    Join Stacey and Becca as discuss whether to (and how to) write about mental illness in your college admissions essay. Read our Common App Prompt Guide:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/portfolio-items/2024-25-common-application-essay-prompts-guide/Watch some of our YouTube videos:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MaLsIu1vdEhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6VxiKDeqQcWork one-on-one with an Advisor from our team:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/one-on-one-advising/Follow us on social:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CollegeEssayAdvisorsTwitter: https://twitter.com/CollegeEssayAdvInstagram: 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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    18: Writing about Neurodiversity and Learning Differences in Your College Essay

    Join Stacey and Becca as they discuss the pros and cons of writing about neurodiversity in your college admissions essays. Whether you’re considering writing about your Autism Spectrum Disorder diagnosis, learning differences, or ADHD, Stacey and Becca are here to offer some advice on how to write about your lived experience.Watch some of our YouTube videos:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MaLsIu1vdEhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6VxiKDeqQcWork one-on-one with an Advisor from our team:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/one-on-one-advising/Follow us on social:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CollegeEssayAdvisorsTwitter: https://twitter.com/CollegeEssayAdvInstagram: 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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    17: How to Approach the College Essay Writing Process as Twins

    Join Stacey and Becca as they talk all things twins! Distinguishing yourself from similarly qualified applicants is hard enough as it is, let alone someone who shares your DNA; luckily, Stacey and Becca have tips for twins (and triplets) writing college admissions essays that shine.Watch some of our YouTube videos:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MaLsIu1vdEhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6VxiKDeqQcWork one-on-one with an Advisor from our team:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/one-on-one-advising/Follow us on social:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CollegeEssayAdvisorsTwitter: https://twitter.com/CollegeEssayAdvInstagram: 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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    16: Everything You Need to Know About The Diversity Essay

    Join Stacey and Becca as they discuss the infamous Diversity Essay. They cover creative approaches to writing about identity and whether there are any risks involved with writing about race, sexuality, gender, etc. in a post-affirmative action admissions landscape. Watch some of our YouTube videos:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MaLsIu1vdEhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6VxiKDeqQcWork one-on-one with an Advisor from our team:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/one-on-one-advising/CEA's Harvard Supplemental Essay Essay Guide:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/supplemental-essay/harvard-university-2023-24-supplemental-essay-prompt-guide/Follow us on social:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CollegeEssayAdvisorsTwitter: https://twitter.com/CollegeEssayAdvInstagram: 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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    15: How to Write the 2023-24 Yale University Essays (Part 2)

    Join Stacey and Becca as they discuss the 2023-24 Yale University supplemental essay prompts. Part 2 of 2!Access our 2023-24 Yale University Supplemental Essay Guide:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/supplemental-essay/yale-university-2023-24-supplemental-essay-prompt-guide/Watch some of our YouTube videos:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MaLsIu1vdEhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6VxiKDeqQcWork one-on-one with an Advisor from our team:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/one-on-one-advising/Follow us on social:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CollegeEssayAdvisorsTwitter: https://twitter.com/CollegeEssayAdvInstagram: 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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    14: How to Write the 2023-24 Yale University Essays (Part 1)

    Join Stacey and Becca as they discuss the 2023-24 Yale University supplemental essay prompts. Part 1 of 2!Access our 2023-24 Yale University Supplemental Essay Guide:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/supplemental-essay/yale-university-2023-24-supplemental-essay-prompt-guide/Watch some of our YouTube videos:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MaLsIu1vdEhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6VxiKDeqQcWork one-on-one with an Advisor from our team:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/one-on-one-advising/Follow us on social:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CollegeEssayAdvisorsTwitter: https://twitter.com/CollegeEssayAdvInstagram: 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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    13: The Supreme Court Ruling on Affirmative Action & The College Essay

    Join Stacey and Becca as they discuss this summer's SCOTUS Ruling on Affirmative Action, the ramifications for students of color (and the education system as a whole), and provide guidance to applicants wondering how to (or whether to) use the written components of the application to offer admissions additional context regarding their background and lived experiences.Read Stacey's take on the SCOTUS Ruling:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/a-message-from-our-founder-re-affirmative-action-and-the-college-essay/Watch some of our YouTube videos:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MaLsIu1vdEhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6VxiKDeqQcWork one-on-one with an Advisor from our team:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/one-on-one-advising/Follow us on social:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CollegeEssayAdvisorsTwitter: https://twitter.com/CollegeEssayAdvInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/collegeessayadvisors/Website: https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/Access our Supplemental Essay Guides:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/supplemental-essay-guide-2023-24/*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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    12: How to Write the 2023-24 Harvard University Essays (Part 2)

    Join Stacey and Becca as they discuss the final two 2023-24 Harvard University supplemental essay prompts that applicants must respond to in 200 words or fewer.Access our 2023-24 Harvard University Supplemental Essay Guide:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/supplemental-essay/harvard-university-2023-24-supplemental-essay-prompt-guide/Watch some of our YouTube videos:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MaLsIu1vdEhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6VxiKDeqQcWork one-on-one with an Advisor from our team:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/one-on-one-advising/Follow us on social:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CollegeEssayAdvisorsTwitter: https://twitter.com/CollegeEssayAdvInstagram: 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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    11: How to Write the 2023-24 Harvard University Essays (Part 1)

    Join Stacey and Becca as they discuss the first three (out of five) 2023-24 Harvard University supplemental essay prompts that applicants must respond to in 200 words or fewer.Access our 2023-24 Harvard University Supplemental Essay Guide:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/supplemental-essay/harvard-university-2023-24-supplemental-essay-prompt-guide/Watch some of our YouTube videos:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MaLsIu1vdEhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6VxiKDeqQcWork one-on-one with an Advisor from our team:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/one-on-one-advising/Follow us on social:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CollegeEssayAdvisorsTwitter: https://twitter.com/CollegeEssayAdvInstagram: 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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    10: College Essay Brainstorming Exercises (Part 2: Things We Hate)

    Join Stacey and Becca as they share some of their favorite brainstorming exercises to get the ideas flowing. Part 2 of 2!Watch some of our YouTube videos:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MaLsIu1vdEhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6VxiKDeqQcWork one-on-one with an Advisor from our team:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/one-on-one-advising/Follow us on social:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CollegeEssayAdvisorsTwitter: https://twitter.com/CollegeEssayAdvInstagram: 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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    9: College Essay Brainstorming Exercises (Part 1: Things We Love)

    Join Stacey and Becca as they share some of their favorite brainstorming exercises to get the ideas flowing. Part 1 of 2!Watch some of our YouTube videos:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MaLsIu1vdEhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6VxiKDeqQcWork one-on-one with an Advisor from our team:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/one-on-one-advising/Follow us on social:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CollegeEssayAdvisorsTwitter: https://twitter.com/CollegeEssayAdvInstagram: 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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    8: The Common App's Prompt #7 (Topic of Your Choice)

    Join Stacey and Becca as they discuss the Common App’s seventh and final prompt option, which asks applicants to share an essay on any topic of their choice.Watch some of our YouTube videos:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MaLsIu1vdEhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6VxiKDeqQcWork one-on-one with an Advisor from our team:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/one-on-one-advising/Follow us on social:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CollegeEssayAdvisorsTwitter: https://twitter.com/CollegeEssayAdvInstagram: 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.The Common App's Prompt #7 reads, "Share an essay on any topic of your choice. It can be one you’ve already written, one that responds to a different prompt, or one of your own design."Don't forget to subscribe so you can be notified when we release new episodes!

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    7: The Common App's Prompt #6 (The Passion Essay)

    Join Stacey and Becca as they discuss the Common App’s sixth prompt option (out of seven), which asks applicants to describe a topic, idea, or concept they find so engaging that it makes them lose all track of time.Watch some of our YouTube videos:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MaLsIu1vdEhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6VxiKDeqQcWork one-on-one with an Advisor from our team:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/one-on-one-advising/Follow us on social:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CollegeEssayAdvisorsTwitter: https://twitter.com/CollegeEssayAdvInstagram: 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.The Common App's Prompt #6 reads, "Describe a topic, idea, or concept you find so engaging that it makes you lose all track of time. Why does it captivate you? What or who do you turn to when you want to learn more?"Don't forget to subscribe so you can be notified when we release new episodes!

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    6: The Common App's Prompt #5 (The Accomplishment Essay)

    Join Stacey and Becca as they discuss the Common App’s fifth prompt option (out of seven), which asks applicants to discuss an accomplishment, event, or realization that sparked a period of personal growth.Watch some of our YouTube videos:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MaLsIu1vdEhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6VxiKDeqQcWork one-on-one with an Advisor from our team:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/one-on-one-advising/Follow us on social:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CollegeEssayAdvisorsTwitter: https://twitter.com/CollegeEssayAdvInstagram: 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.The Common App's Prompt #5 reads, "Discuss an accomplishment, event, or realization that sparked a period of personal growth and a new understanding of yourself or others."Don't forget to subscribe so you can be notified when we release new episodes! 

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    5: The Common App's Prompt #4 (The Gratitude Essay)

    Join Stacey and Becca as they discuss the Common App’s fourth prompt option (out of seven), which asks applicants to reflect on something that someone has done for them that has made them happy or thankful in a surprising way.  Watch some of our YouTube videos:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MaLsIu1vdEhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6VxiKDeqQcWork one-on-one with an Advisor from our team:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/one-on-one-advising/Follow us on social:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CollegeEssayAdvisorsTwitter: https://twitter.com/CollegeEssayAdvInstagram: 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.The Common App's Prompt #4 reads, "Reflect on something that someone has done for you that has made you happy or thankful in a surprising way. How has this gratitude affected or motivated you?"Don't forget to subscribe so you can be notified when we release new episodes! 

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    4: The Common App's Prompt #3 (The Challenge Essay)

    Join Stacey and Becca as they discuss the Common App’s third prompt option (out of seven), which asks applicants to reflect on a time when they questioned or challenged a belief or idea. They'll discuss the pitfalls of this prompt (and how to avoid them), as well as the opportunities it presents for self-discovery.Watch some of our YouTube videos:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MaLsIu1vdEhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6VxiKDeqQcWork one-on-one with an Advisor from our team:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/one-on-one-advising/Follow us on social:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CollegeEssayAdvisorsTwitter: https://twitter.com/CollegeEssayAdvInstagram: 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.The Common App's Prompt #3 reads, "Reflect on a time when you questioned or challenged a belief or idea. What prompted your thinking? What was the outcome?"Don't forget to subscribe so you can be notified when we release new episodes! 

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    3: The Common App's Prompt #2 (The Setback Essay)

    Join Stacey and Becca as they discuss the Common App’s second prompt option (out of seven), which asks applicants to recount a time when they faced a challenge, setback, or failure, and share examples of topics that have been successful in the past. Watch some of our videos:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MaLsIu1vdEhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6VxiKDeqQcWork one-on-one with an Advisor from our team:https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/one-on-one-advising/Follow us on social:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CollegeEssayAdvisorsTwitter: https://twitter.com/CollegeEssayAdvInstagram: 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.The Common App's Prompt #2 reads, "The lessons we take from obstacles we encounter can be fundamental to later success. Recount a time when you faced a challenge, setback, or failure. How did it affect you, and what did you learn from the experience?"Don't forget to subscribe so you can be notified when we release new episodes! 

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    2: The Common App's Prompt #1 (The Background Essay)

    Join Stacey and Becca as they walk you through the Common App’s first prompt option (out of seven), which asks applicants to discuss a background, identity, interest, or talent that is so meaningful they believe their application would be incomplete without it.Watch some of our videos:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SD2f0LPT-jshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MaLsIu1vdEWork with us:-Get more info or talk to a personal advisor at https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/one-on-one-advising/Follow us on social:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CollegeEssayAdvisorsTwitter: https://twitter.com/CollegeEssayAdvInstagram: 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.The Common App's Prompt #1 reads, "Some students have a background, identity, interest, or talent that is so meaningful they believe their application would be incomplete without it. If this sounds like you, then please share your story."

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    1. What is the College Essay?

    Join CEA's Founder and Chief Advisor, Stacey Brook, and Director of Advising, Becca Myers, as they answer the most frequently asked question raised by rising seniors: what is the college essay, anyway? They’ll explain the purpose of the assignment and offer insight as to what a successful college essay needs to accomplish.Watch some of our videos:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SD2f0LPT-jshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MaLsIu1vdEWork with us:-Get more info or talk to a personal advisor at https://www.collegeessayadvisors.com/one-on-one-advising/Follow us on social:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CollegeEssayAdvisorsTwitter: https://twitter.com/CollegeEssayAdvInstagram: 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.

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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!

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