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Justin A. Austin, TX, available for online & in-person tutoring
Justin A.
185/hour

Austin, TX

SAT and ACT Made Simple. DM Me!

... 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...

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5.0 (413)
185/hour
1,529 hours tutoring
Response time: 37 minutesNote that average response time is based on Justin’s active hours, which are 7:00 pm - 12:00 pm UTC.

... 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...

Natalie R. Austin, TX, available for online & in-person tutoring
Natalie R.
45/hour

Austin, TX

Science and Writing Tutor

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...

5.0 (1)
45/hour
16 hours tutoring

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...

Emma L. Austin, TX, available for online & in-person tutoring
Emma L.
110/hour

Austin, TX

Experienced SAT/ACT tutor and College Admissions Councilor

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...

5.0 (35)
110/hour
263 hours tutoring
Response time: 7 minutesNote that average response time is based on Emma’s active hours, which are 12:00 pm - 2:00 am UTC.

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...

Nadia T. Austin, TX, available for online & in-person tutoring
Nadia T.
35/hour

Austin, TX

Tutoring English, AP Literature, AP Language, SAT EBRW, & more

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,...

5.0 (300)
35/hour
795 hours tutoring
Response time: 12 minutesNote that average response time is based on Nadia’s active hours, which are 3:00 pm - 3:00 am UTC.

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,...

Naomi A. Austin, TX, available for online & in-person tutoring
Naomi A.
30/hour

Austin, TX

UT Austin Writing Fellow | College Essay & Test Prep Tutor

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...

5.0 (1)
30/hour
6 hours tutoring
Response time: 24 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

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...

Michael L. Austin, TX, available for online & in-person tutoring
Michael L.
65/hour

Austin, TX

Personal Statement Tutor | College, Grad & Essay Strategy

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...

5.0 (228)
65/hour
904 hours tutoring

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...

Kyle M. Austin, TX, available for online & in-person tutoring
Kyle M.
49/hour

Austin, TX

Certified Educator with Masters, Tutoring 3rd Grade Through College

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...

5.0 (402)
49/hour
920 hours tutoring

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...

Tanisha D. Austin, TX, available for online & in-person tutoring
Tanisha D.
60/hour

Austin, TX

SAT Reading & College Prep | Neuroscience & Biology Tutor

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...

5.0 (14)
60/hour
76 hours tutoring
Response time: 5 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

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...

Naira I. Austin, TX, available for online & in-person tutoring
Naira I.
150/hour

Austin, TX

Medical Student @ Harvard Medical School | Alumna @ Duke

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...

5.0 (4)
150/hour
37 hours tutoring

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...

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Gabriel N.
299/hour

College Admission from Stanford & Coca-Cola Scholar

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...

5.0 (61)
299/hour
180 hours tutoring

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...

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Silvana P.
300/hour

Princeton Grad | College Essay & UC PIQ Expert | Ivy League Admissions

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...

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5.0 (158)
300/hour
542 hours tutoring
Response time: 33 minutesNote that average response time is based on Silvana’s active hours, which are 10:00 pm - 9:00 am UTC.

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...

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Rachel B.
95/hour

Ivy League College Essay and Personal Statement Writing Coach

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...

5.0 (77)
95/hour
310 hours tutoring

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...

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Leah A.
150/hour

College Essay Writing and Editing Specialist

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...

5.0 (202)
150/hour
540 hours tutoring

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...

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Ben U.
450/hour

Berkeley PhD, Harvard Author – Writing Coach for College Essays

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...

5.0 (487)
450/hour
1,768 hours tutoring
Response time: 5 minutesNote that average response time is based on Ben’s active hours, which are 4:00 pm - 2:00 am UTC.

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...

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Eitan G.
699/hour

Author, NYU MFA in Fiction, NYU MBA, College Application Essays Expert

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...

5.0 (373)
699/hour
1,989 hours tutoring
Response time: 17 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

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...

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Brian O.
70/hour

Experienced College Essay Tutor

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.

5.0 (47)
70/hour
161 hours tutoring

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.

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Kenneth O.
250/hour

College Essay and Application Strategic Positioning Expert

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...

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5.0 (1649)
250/hour
3,780 hours tutoring
Response time: 6 minutesNote that average response time is based on Kenneth’s active hours, which are 2:00 pm - 4:00 am UTC.

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...

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Mark L.
134/hour

Elite College Essay Coach/UC & Ivy Admissions Expert based in CA

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...

5.0 (15)
134/hour
47 hours tutoring

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...

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Glenn E.
125/hour

Admissions Leader Specializing in College Essays and Writing

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...

5.0 (23)
125/hour
43 hours tutoring
Response time: 26 minutesNote that average response time is based on Glenn’s active hours, which are 10:00 pm - 12:00 pm UTC.

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...

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Aric D.
120/hour

Elite Writing Coach | AP, Essays, & College Prep Expert

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...

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5.0 (270)
120/hour
850 hours tutoring
Response time: 46 minutesNote that average response time is based on Aric’s active hours, which are 10:00 pm - 8:00 am UTC.

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...

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Inna E.
325/hour

Johns Hopkins Advising Team; Columbia Grad; Governor's Speechwriter

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...

5.0 (21)
325/hour
38 hours tutoring

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...

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Laurie B.
95/hour

College Essay Pro: Undergraduate/Graduate/Transfers

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...

5.0 (568)
95/hour
1,022 hours tutoring
Response time: 40 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

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...

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Jasmine G.
100/hour

Harvard-Trained Essay Coach

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...

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5.0 (19)
100/hour
102 hours tutoring
Response time: 31 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

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...

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Emily S.
150/hour

College Essay Expert - STEM & Pre-Med Admissions Specialist

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...

5.0 (29)
150/hour
71 hours tutoring

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...

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Alexandra W.
85/hour

Experienced 12th Grade Teacher Who Reads College Essays + Writes Recs.

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...

5.0 (307)
85/hour
692 hours tutoring
Response time: 54 minutesNote that average response time is based on Alexandra’s active hours, which are 5:00 am - 5:00 am UTC.

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...

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