The EssayMentorAI®
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Admissions Expertise for all
At The Essay Mentor AI, our mission is to democratize high-level college consulting, leveraging technology and insight honed from 24 years in the field to empower every student.
Founded in Chicago’s North Shore, The Essay Mentor AI is crafted from first-hand experience in the country’s toughest admissions environment. With decades of front-line leadership, board memberships, and organizational service, our founder assures exceptional, accessible advice.
We believe the benefits of elite counseling should be universal—not exclusive. Our platform builds proven strategies and expert narratives into an accessible tool, so every applicant, regardless of budget or background, gets a fair shot at their college dreams.
Vision Rooted in Experience
Stacey's vision for this platform started at a podium. While designing a presentation she would share at a conference on AI uses with high school students, Stacey developed a tool to bridge the gap between technology and authentic storytelling. The finished product worked so well, Stacey had her colleagues test the product with their own children who are juniors, to ensure its success. Her colleagues saw incredible stories emerge from their children. As educators, her colleagues know how stressful and overwhelming a college essay can be and not only did it remove any concerns, it gave their students a product that would absolutely standout when submitting their college application.
Guidance Without Barriers
After years of seeing students in affluent areas pay thousands for elite consulting, I realized the playing field wasn't level. Having worked in schools where those resources aren't an option, I designed this tool to close that gap. Our structured questioning is engineered to extract the exact details that help a student stand out, providing every applicant with affordable support.
The Level Playing Field: For Every Dream
With AI powered by decades of insight, our mission is simple: allow every student to shine based on creativity and merit, not privilege or access.
Discovery Phase
Analysis & Strategy
The Hook
The Hidden Smart
Personal Growth
Lasting Impression
Spotlight: Stacey Schlaud
Shaping futures for over two decades, Stacey Schlaud’s leadership in college counseling is grounded in experience, innovation, and dedication to student success. Stacey channels her two decades of admissions leadership and a commitment to equity into every student interaction, blending elite achievement with approachable guidance.
Industry Presenter: Honorary awards, multiple committee chairs, frequent presentations at top conferences; Stacey is a leading voice on AI-driven admissions and strategic counseling.
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