Your home for college admission support

We bring more ease, joy, and purpose to the college admission process through free resources, online courses and one-on-one coaching.

 
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At CEG, we're known for:

Free Resources

Our blog has practical guides on the personal statement, supplemental essays, paying for college, and more.

Video Courses

Comprehensive live and on-demand courses to keep you on track. Most are pay-what-you-can, so anyone can join.

One-on-One Support

Want more personalized help? We've got free and paid options. Schedule a call with us to find out more.

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Popular Free Resources

When it comes to college admissions, we pretty much have all the things.

 

College Application Hub

  • Essay examples
  • Brainstorming exercises
  • Supplemental essay guides
  • Lots more

Upcoming Webinars

  • Weekly AMAs
  • Interviews with experts
  • Professional development for counselors
 

YouTube Channel

  • Essay tips
  • Application advice
  • Interview guidance
  • Lots more

College Essay Guy Blog

  • How-to guides for colleges
  • Resources for every part of the application process
  • Lots more

Podcast

  • Industry-leading experts
  • Building your college list
  • Behind the scenes of an admission office
Live and OnDemand Courses

Most of our courses are Pay-what-you-can—which means anyone can join.

All Student Courses

  • Join live or watch OnDemand
  • Personal statement
  • College application
  • Applying to selective colleges
  • College List Building
  • Advanced Courses

All Counselor Courses

  • Join live or OnDemand
  • Personal statement
  • Comprehensive professional development
  • Applications & supplemental essays
  • Working one-on-one
  • Workshops and small groups
One-on-One Admissions & Essay Counseling

Meet with an experienced essay specialist or counselor.
Receive personalized, comprehensive support.
Get all your questions answered.

We're Proud to Be One-for-One

College Essay Guy believes that every student should have access to the tools and guidance necessary to create the best application possible. That's why we're a one-for-one company, which means that for every student who pays for support, we provide free support to a low-income student.

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Looking for free one-on-one college admissions support?

The Matchlighters Scholars Program pairs high-achieving students from low-income households with experienced college counselors.

For Counselors & Educators

College Essay Guy offers tons of free and paid resources and professional development opportunities for college counselors working in high schools, community based organizations, or independent practices.

Free Resources for Counselors

  • Application checklists and monthly email templates

  • Step-by-step guides

  • Resources just for counselors working in high schools and CBOs

Online Video Courses

  • Starting at $597 (or pay-what-you-can)

  • Personal statement, supplemental essays, UC personal insight questions, and more

  • For working one-on-one or in groups

Workshops & Speaking Events

  • Led by trained workshop facilitators—from 30 to 300 students

  • Personal statement, supplemental essays, UC PIQ’s and more

  • Mix-and-match presentation topics

Essay Writing Curriculum

  • Two private, live training sessions with your team

  • A schedule of daily assignments with interactive exercises that help foster moments of self-discovery

  • Designed specifically for teachers, high school and CBO college counselors

For Parents & Guardians

 

Family Handbook

  • 37-page guide
  • College List-Building
  • Financial Aid
  • Essays
  • Standardized Tests