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... I have a top 3% SAT Reading / SAT Writing score. MS Engineering, Texas A&M; MS Computer Science, UT Dallas. COLLEGE ESSAYS: I also provide full support throughout every step of the college essay process. NOTE: In addition to a 50 or 80 min face-to-face session, I bill another 10 min for lesson prep. Total...
... I have a top 3% SAT Reading / SAT Writing score. MS Engineering, Texas A&M; MS Computer Science, UT Dallas. COLLEGE ESSAYS: I also provide full support throughout every step of the college essay process. NOTE: In addition to a 50 or 80 min face-to-face session, I bill another 10 min for lesson prep. Total...
I wanted to share what a great experience my son had working with Justin on his ACT prep. We were really impressed—not just with the results, but with how quickly things started to click for him. In about four months (and even fa... - Maxwell, 21 lessons with Justin

Austin, TX
My MD degree (will graduate in May 2027) has exposed me to many types of medicine including but not limited to neurology, internal medicine, ob/gyn, surgery, emergency medicine, psychiatry, pediatrics, and primary care such as family medicine. I also have a lot of experience writing college essays and...
My MD degree (will graduate in May 2027) has exposed me to many types of medicine including but not limited to neurology, internal medicine, ob/gyn, surgery, emergency medicine, psychiatry, pediatrics, and primary care such as family medicine. I also have a lot of experience writing college essays and...

Austin, TX
I have worked as an independent college councilor for the past 5 years. I have helped many students through the college application process, from scheduling and taking standardized tests to writing strong college essays and submitting their completed applications. I have helped students gain admission to many top...
I have worked as an independent college councilor for the past 5 years. I have helped many students through the college application process, from scheduling and taking standardized tests to writing strong college essays and submitting their completed applications. I have helped students gain admission to many top...

Austin, TX
I've previously worked with students of all ages and backgrounds and was a teaching assistant for freshmen in my senior year of high school. Most of my experience lies in essay writing and revision, SAT tutoring, and college essay assistance, but my expertise expands beyond these fields into mathematics,...
I've previously worked with students of all ages and backgrounds and was a teaching assistant for freshmen in my senior year of high school. Most of my experience lies in essay writing and revision, SAT tutoring, and college essay assistance, but my expertise expands beyond these fields into mathematics,...
Nadia has been an incredible tutor for our fourth-grader, and we couldn’t be happier! She’s warm, approachable, and has a natural talent for helping kids express their thoughts creatively. My son looks forward to their weekly sess... - Tinju, 23 lessons with Nadia

Austin, TX
I am a senior at The University of Texas at Austin pursuing a dual degree in Economics and Psychology. I currently work as a Writing Fellow, where I support undergraduate students with academic, analytical, and application-based writing across disciplines. My academic background emphasizes structured thinking, clear...
I am a senior at The University of Texas at Austin pursuing a dual degree in Economics and Psychology. I currently work as a Writing Fellow, where I support undergraduate students with academic, analytical, and application-based writing across disciplines. My academic background emphasizes structured thinking, clear...

Austin, TX
I help students craft clear, compelling personal statements for college, graduate school, and scholarships. My approach focuses on structure, storytelling, and authenticity—turning experiences into strong, memorable narratives. I guide students step-by-step through brainstorming, drafting, and refining, with detailed...
I help students craft clear, compelling personal statements for college, graduate school, and scholarships. My approach focuses on structure, storytelling, and authenticity—turning experiences into strong, memorable narratives. I guide students step-by-step through brainstorming, drafting, and refining, with detailed...
Michael was an absolute game changer for my son. As a senior in high school preparing for the math sections of the CLT and SAT, we had already worked with three other tutors, but unfortunately, none of them were able to improve hi... - Daniela, 10 lessons with Michael

Austin, TX
My experience teaching and tutoring students of all ages in a wide variety of subjects can be your advantage! An experienced classroom teacher, I have Texas teaching credentials for all-levels English-as-a-Second-Language, general subjects in 4th through 8th grades, and all-levels Music, and I've taught in all of those...
My experience teaching and tutoring students of all ages in a wide variety of subjects can be your advantage! An experienced classroom teacher, I have Texas teaching credentials for all-levels English-as-a-Second-Language, general subjects in 4th through 8th grades, and all-levels Music, and I've taught in all of those...
As a beginner I enjoyed Kyle's simple and easy approach to teaching the violin. Looking forward to many future lessons 👍 we worked on things that will improve practice and he was very realistic in how to measure progress. Very en... - Isaac

Austin, TX
I believe every student has the potential to succeed when given the right structure, strategy, and encouragement. As a Neuroscience major and Psychology minor at The University of Texas at Austin, I have developed a strong understanding of how students learn, retain information, and build confidence over time. This...
I believe every student has the potential to succeed when given the right structure, strategy, and encouragement. As a Neuroscience major and Psychology minor at The University of Texas at Austin, I have developed a strong understanding of how students learn, retain information, and build confidence over time. This...

Austin, TX
Hi! My name is Naira and I am a third-year med student at Harvard, having graduated from Duke University with a self-designed degree in Psychoneuroimmunology. I have been teaching in a variety of settings and contexts, from a Freedom School in rural North Carolina to multiple test-prep companies to med-ed initiatives. I...
Hi! My name is Naira and I am a third-year med student at Harvard, having graduated from Duke University with a self-designed degree in Psychoneuroimmunology. I have been teaching in a variety of settings and contexts, from a Freedom School in rural North Carolina to multiple test-prep companies to med-ed initiatives. I...

I have supported students in gaining admission to Harvard, Yale, Columbia, Stanford, and other highly selective universities, as well as earning competitive scholarships such as the Coca-Cola Scholarship. My own college essay was selected...
I have supported students in gaining admission to Harvard, Yale, Columbia, Stanford, and other highly selective universities, as well as earning competitive scholarships such as the Coca-Cola Scholarship. My own college essay was selected...

I am a Princeton University graduate (B.A. in Neuroscience) and college admissions specialist with over six years of professional experience in college counseling, college essay coaching, and application strategy. I have guided hundreds of...
I am a Princeton University graduate (B.A. in Neuroscience) and college admissions specialist with over six years of professional experience in college counseling, college essay coaching, and application strategy. I have guided hundreds of...
Simply stated, Silvana is fabulous! My daughter is a high school senior applying to selective colleges. We hired a private counselor to proof her essays but when my daughter got pneumonia, she missed all the deadlines for proofr... - Heather, 5 lessons with Silvana

I thoroughly enjoy helping students discover their written voice to tell the stories only they can tell. I have proven methods of crafting the ideal college essay and grad school personal statement, from the brainstorming process for the...
I thoroughly enjoy helping students discover their written voice to tell the stories only they can tell. I have proven methods of crafting the ideal college essay and grad school personal statement, from the brainstorming process for the...

I have 2+ years of experience assisting students in college essay writing. I help with brainstorming ideas, formatting essay outlines, and editing essay drafts. I can assist with personal statements and secondary essays. I have also taken...
I have 2+ years of experience assisting students in college essay writing. I help with brainstorming ideas, formatting essay outlines, and editing essay drafts. I can assist with personal statements and secondary essays. I have also taken...
Leah has been an incredible tutor for my daughter. She explains concepts clearly, builds confidence, and makes learning enjoyable. We’ve already seen improvement and are continuing with regular sessions. Highly recommend! - Fred, 38 lessons with Leah

I’ve been a professional writing coach since 2016, advising university applicants on their college essays. Taught academic writing at UC Berkeley, 2001-2011. Directed 30 senior theses at Berkeley, primarily through individual consultation...
I’ve been a professional writing coach since 2016, advising university applicants on their college essays. Taught academic writing at UC Berkeley, 2001-2011. Directed 30 senior theses at Berkeley, primarily through individual consultation...
I was accepted to Harvard, Stanford, Yale and MIT, and I cannot thank Ben enough for his help. His college consulting goes far beyond editing. He pushed me to think deeply about my experiences so my college essays actually reflect... - Maria, 11 lessons with Ben

Over the last eight years, I have developed a unique personal statement production process that has helped dozens of students craft authentic, powerful, and engaging college application essays. My methods are effective and proven and...
Over the last eight years, I have developed a unique personal statement production process that has helped dozens of students craft authentic, powerful, and engaging college application essays. My methods are effective and proven and...
I wanted to extend my heartfelt thanks to Eitan for his incredible work with our daughter on her college essay last summer. Thanks to his exceptional guidance and expertise on her essay, our daughter was accepted into a remarkable... - Bianca, 6 lessons with Eitan

I have worked with a number of students on their college essays and applications, each time helping their craft powerful and engaging answers to unique sets of questions for respective college application.
I have worked with a number of students on their college essays and applications, each time helping their craft powerful and engaging answers to unique sets of questions for respective college application.
Brian helped me further develop my idea for my college essay. Before I was lost and had no more than an idea, after just 30 minutes I left with new found inspiration and direction. I fully recommend Brian! - Krisztina , 2 lessons with Brian

I have over 3,500 hours of one-on-one coaching experience helping students through college applications. I hold an Ed.M. from the Harvard Graduate School of Education and an MFA in Creative Writing, which together inform how I teach both the...
I have over 3,500 hours of one-on-one coaching experience helping students through college applications. I hold an Ed.M. from the Harvard Graduate School of Education and an MFA in Creative Writing, which together inform how I teach both the...
I came to Kenneth with a self-imposed three-day deadline to submit eleven college applications, and it's safe to say I was a bit more than a little stressed. Seeing this, Kenneth immediately sprang into action and completely turne... - Melissa, 3 lessons with Kenneth

I've helped thousands of students secure spots at Stanford, UC Berkeley, UCLA, Harvard, Yale and other elite institutions. My expertise centers on college application essays transforming ideas into compelling narratives that...
I've helped thousands of students secure spots at Stanford, UC Berkeley, UCLA, Harvard, Yale and other elite institutions. My expertise centers on college application essays transforming ideas into compelling narratives that...

As a current admissions leader at Colorado College, I've spent more than 15 years helping students develop essays that reflect who they are—not who they think colleges want them to be. I review college applications through a holistic admissions...
As a current admissions leader at Colorado College, I've spent more than 15 years helping students develop essays that reflect who they are—not who they think colleges want them to be. I review college applications through a holistic admissions...
Glenn has been an absolute lifesaver for me! Because I didn’t really understand what admissions officers were looking for or what qualities colleges valued in applicants, I felt completely lost about what direction to take with my... - Sunhee, 10 lessons with Glenn

With over 8 years of experience teaching writing at elite institutions like UCLA and a top Chicago prep school, I’ve helped hundreds of students transform their writing from average to exceptional. I specialize in structure, clarity, thesis...
With over 8 years of experience teaching writing at elite institutions like UCLA and a top Chicago prep school, I’ve helped hundreds of students transform their writing from average to exceptional. I specialize in structure, clarity, thesis...
We are so grateful we found Aric to help our son with his college essays! He worked efficiently and was great at helping our son identify the right themes to highlight his strengths while staying true to his own voice. With such l... - Ali, 3 lessons with Aric

As a member of the Johns Hopkins University Advising team, I have helped alumni and students craft compelling narratives for admission into elite grad school, research, and professional programs. I love supporting high school students and...
As a member of the Johns Hopkins University Advising team, I have helped alumni and students craft compelling narratives for admission into elite grad school, research, and professional programs. I love supporting high school students and...
Inna is a miracle worker. Our son's high school is known for being highly competitive. With everyone scoring in the same range, with excellent extracurriculars, it's nearly impossible for individual students to stand out. That's w... - Solomon, 9 lessons with Inna

I have worked for several international college admissions companies for over six years, along with helping my own students. I have assisted with applications to top U.S. schools, including UC schools. I have extensive experience with graduate...
I have worked for several international college admissions companies for over six years, along with helping my own students. I have assisted with applications to top U.S. schools, including UC schools. I have extensive experience with graduate...

I have extensive experience crafting successful college essays for multiple top universities. I completed Harvard University’s in-person course, “The Introduction to the College Essay,” where I learned advanced techniques for...
I have extensive experience crafting successful college essays for multiple top universities. I completed Harvard University’s in-person course, “The Introduction to the College Essay,” where I learned advanced techniques for...

I have helped hundreds of students craft authentic and compelling college essays that highlight their authenticity. My experience in molecular biology and genetics research at Princeton University gives me a unique understanding of the...
I have helped hundreds of students craft authentic and compelling college essays that highlight their authenticity. My experience in molecular biology and genetics research at Princeton University gives me a unique understanding of the...
Emily was amazing! I came in thinking my personal statement just needed a quick edit, but she helped me see that it could be a lot more personal and emotional. We spent time brainstorming and she helped me choose stories I never w... - Carla, 4 lessons with Emily

As a full time 12th grade Social Studies teacher, I have spent much time with Seniors reviewing college applications, essays, supplements, etc. I have also written over 35 college letters of recommendation for a variety of students...
As a full time 12th grade Social Studies teacher, I have spent much time with Seniors reviewing college applications, essays, supplements, etc. I have also written over 35 college letters of recommendation for a variety of students...
Extremely helpful with correcting my essays and pinpointing my weaknesses. She especially taught me how to make my sentences more concise and to the point, which is necessary for essay writing. Highly Recommend! - Abigail, 30 lessons with Alexandra
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