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
Latest Episodes
46: Supplemental Essays About Conflict and Disagreement: What to Know Before You Write
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...
45: The Purpose of the Why Essay (and How to Make Sure Yours Is Distinct!)
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 yo...
44: Supplemental Essays 101: What Colleges Ask—and Why!
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 pr...
43: How to Write an Uncommon Community Essay
Join Stacey and Becca as they explore how applicants can think outside the box when choosing topics for their community essays. They share strategies for identifying authentic, meaningful communities and explain how a fresh perspective can help...
42: Are Any College Essay Topics Off Limits?
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 w...