Episode Details

Topics Covered:

• Using AI (Artificial Intelligence) to write scholarship essays – why it’s a bad idea
• Red flags that scholarship providers look for to detect AI-written essays (strange word choices, lack of personal stories/details, similar phrasing across essays)
• Potential positive uses of AI for scholarship applications (grammar correction, brainstorming ideas, rephrasing)
• How scholarship requirements may change due to AI (more personal questions, video essay submissions)
• Importance of developing your own authentic voice and not relying too heavily on AI

Key Takeaways:

• Scholarship providers want to hear your unique personal story – AI cannot replicate this
• Use AI as a tool for brainstorming, grammar checks, etc. but don’t let it write your essays
• Be prepared for scholarship apps to crack down on AI use and require disclosure
• Work on developing skills like video editing as more visual components may be required
• The ethical use of AI writing tools is crucial for long-term success

Resources Mentioned:

• Monica’s website: http://howtowinscholarships.com
• Facebook group: Scholarship Help and College Talk for Parents
• Monica’s

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