College Essay Guy

MAY 9, 2025

Right after ChatGPT was released in 2023, our Editorial Director here at CEG, Andy Simpson, wrote a piece called CEGs Thoughts on AI and College Application Essays. Its a good one; check it out. And in the past two years, I (Ethan) have shared my thoughts on AI at conferences , in YouTube videos , on a number of webinars , and in my courses. But I hadnt written a blog on this yet as of early 2025 (and hey yall this stuff is changing fast), so what follows are some ways Im thinking about AI use b

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Grown & Flown

MAY 9, 2025

Having your child fail out of college can be one of the most confusing and devastating experiences for them and for you. There is a deep loss of confidence experienced at many levels. Your teen wonders if they can cut it as a college student. You wonder the same thing. Here are constructive things parents can do if their teen struggles in college. (Shutterstock fizkes) You might wonder if youve done something wrong as a parent.

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College Wise

MAY 9, 2025

If your family has the means to send you to shear sheep in Tibet this summer, knock yourself out. But please dont do it because you think you need a splashy or expensive summer experience to get into college. One of the many ways the college admissions process has spun out of control is kids planning their summers based on what they think will be most impressive to colleges, often at great expense.

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Grown & Flown

MAY 9, 2025

Im a grandmother now. And even though I have more life behind me than in front of me, or maybe because of that, I find myself slowing down rather than speeding up. When I was a young mother, I was always racing. There were schedules to keep, meals to prepare, extracurriculars to get to, There was always somewhere to be or something to be done. There were a million things to check off my proverbial list, items listed in black ink, crossed out in red.

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Solomon Admissions

MAY 9, 2025

When applying to colleges, students often focus on writing great essays, getting strong recommendation letters, and achieving high test scores. However, one less obvious factor in the admissions process is demonstrated interest. Many colleges, particularly private and smaller institutions, take demonstrated interest into account when making admissions decisions.

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Top Tier Admissions

MAY 9, 2025

When deciding between two powerhouse Ivy League institutions like Dartmouth and Cornell, the choice isnt just about prestige its about finding the right fit for your academic goals, lifestyle, and future plans. In this blog, well break down key factors like the cost of attendance, student body stats, and differences in the application process, helping you understand what sets each school apart.

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Emerging College Consulting

MAY 9, 2025

Help your student discover what truly matters this summer by turning everyday experiences into Meaningful Work

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College Transitions

MAY 9, 2025

Multiplication is a skill many learn in school that can support everything from planning a party, to cooking, to ordering food, to buying something at the store. While phones and computers make it easy to solve any multiplication problem, having a basic knowledge of multiplication can be useful for day-to-day needs and quick on-the-spot thinking.

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The Koppelman Group

MAY 9, 2025

Barnard is an iconic all-womens college in New York City and part of its next-door neighbor, Columbia University. Students at Barnard benefit from the perspective of a women-first learning environment while also having access to, and often full integration with, the Columbia undergraduate experience. Clubs, classes, and athletics are nearly entirely integrated, but Barnard offers a unique learning environment and a notably higher acceptance rate between 8 and 9%.

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