College Application and Essay Help
Take the Stress Out of the College Application Process With Personal College Admission Support
Get support that brings ease, joy, and purpose to the college application process with free resources, online courses, and one-on-one coaching.
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Tackle the college admissions process with purpose
Every student’s journey to college is different.
We’ll help you craft a plan, get to know yourself, uncover your story, turn it into an outstanding essay, and make some exciting discoveries along the way.
1-on-1 College Essay Coaching
With one-on-one coaching, you’ll learn how to write about what matters most and make your essay stand out.. Every student has a story to tell.
1-on-1 Admissions Counseling
Get personalized college admission counseling to help you build a plan and navigate the process with more ease, purpose, and joy.
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Get step-by-step admissions guides designed for students and families at all stages of the admissions planning process, plus resources specifically for counselors and educators.
What students are saying
It’s rare to find strangers who truly care about you
And want to help you in every way possible and I think the CEG team really does.
Aida
Student, University of Southern California
I feel like I’ve learned how to crystallize my most important core values in a ridiculously small word limit,
Which is a unique skill I wouldn’t have learned otherwise. In the process of taking this course and learning from Ethan, I really feel like I’ve learned so much about myself.
Sarah
Student
Please go with CEG.
The experience with this company is far more authentic, more reliable, and simply better than with anyone else. (Trust me, I tried other places.) Nothing even comes close to the attention and vast support that your child will receive with CEG. I was terrified of college apps before.
Lasya
Student, UT Austin
Live and on-demand courses that make the application process feel doable
Learn from the same experts trusted by schools and counselors across the country, live or on your own time. Most of our courses are pay-what-you-can, so anyone can join.
Students and Families
Find simple, proven ways to write essays, organize applications, and reduce stress before deadlines.
Counselors and Educators
Get structured, ready-to-use tools and frameworks that help your students write stronger, more personal essays.
Free Webinars
Not ready to commit to a course? Join free, interactive sessions with our counselors, essay coaches, and experienced admissions experts.
Partnering with counselors to make your job easier
You guide students through this important chapter in their life. Our workshops, courses and free tools give you ready-made structures, prompts, and lessons so you can spend less time planning and more time helping.
Matchlighters Scholars Program
Creating equal opportunity and access to higher education
The Matchlighters Scholars Program pairs motivated students from low-income households with experienced college counselors at no cost. Since 2016, scholars have gotten clear guidance on essays, applications, and next steps, so the path to college feels within reach.
Free College Application Resources
Everything you need to write, plan, and apply with confidence
When it comes to college admissions resources, we’ve got everything from supplemental essay guides to personal statement tips. Thousands of students use our free guides, podcasts, webinars, and videos to make the application process easier to handle.
You don’t have to face college applications alone
Strong essays start with clarity and the right support. Our process helps you find your story, organize your ideas, and write something you’ll be proud to share.