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The Best college essay Tutors in Bergen County, NJ

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Laurelle B. Fair Lawn, NJ, available for online & in-person tutoring
Laurelle B.
100/hour

Fair Lawn, NJ

AP Lang & Comp, English, Essay Writing, and Public Speaking/Interviews

I have proofread college essays and standard assignments for my students more times than I can count!

5.0 (6)
100/hour
12 hours tutoring

I have proofread college essays and standard assignments for my students more times than I can count!

Princess I. Franklin Lakes, NJ, available for online & in-person tutoring
Princess I.
50/hour

Franklin Lakes, NJ

Expert Essayist with 12+ Years in Editing/Revising Essays

With over 12 years of experience, I have worked closely with middle and high school students to revise essays across a wide range of subjects, including English, History, and creative writing. I specialize in college entrance essays,...

5.0 (101)
50/hour
553 hours tutoring
Response time: 32 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

With over 12 years of experience, I have worked closely with middle and high school students to revise essays across a wide range of subjects, including English, History, and creative writing. I specialize in college entrance essays,...

Stephen W. Fair Lawn, NJ, available for online & in-person tutoring
Stephen W.
90/hour

Fair Lawn, NJ

Writing, College Search Consulting, Essay Advising

I work with students on college applications, essays, financial aid, and, above all, organization and a strategic game plan. For the past few years I've been a college consultant with a small independent company in Morris...

4.9 (109)
90/hour
570 hours tutoring

I work with students on college applications, essays, financial aid, and, above all, organization and a strategic game plan. For the past few years I've been a college consultant with a small independent company in Morris...

Alex S. New York, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Alex S.
225/hour

New York, NY

College Essay Writing Expert

I'm a professional, published writer. I authored a book with a mainstream press, and I've written dozens of articles for places like The New York Times, Washington Post, and WSJ. I've been helping students with their essays for decades.

5.0 (93)
225/hour
343 hours tutoring
Response time: 3 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I'm a professional, published writer. I authored a book with a mainstream press, and I've written dozens of articles for places like The New York Times, Washington Post, and WSJ. I've been helping students with their essays for decades.

Neil B. White Plains, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Neil B.
100/hour

White Plains, NY

College Essay Coach with 10+ Years of Student Success

I have over 10 years of experience helping students master academic and application essay writing, from research papers to personal statements that showcase their strengths and individuality. I guide students through every stage of the process,...

5.0 (22)
100/hour
43 hours tutoring

I have over 10 years of experience helping students master academic and application essay writing, from research papers to personal statements that showcase their strengths and individuality. I guide students through every stage of the process,...

Kadie J. New York, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Kadie J.
300/hour

New York, NY

Disney Engineer, NYU Tisch MFA, UC Berkeley CS, Admissions Expert

One of my students last year admitted to her top choice school and either admitted or waitlisted to 15 out of the 19 schools I helped her apply to. I focus on demystifying the college essay writing process for my students, breaking it...

5.0 (8)
300/hour
28 hours tutoring
Response time: 43 minutesNote that average response time is based on Kadie’s active hours, which are 6:00 pm - 8:00 am UTC.

One of my students last year admitted to her top choice school and either admitted or waitlisted to 15 out of the 19 schools I helped her apply to. I focus on demystifying the college essay writing process for my students, breaking it...

Emma D. New York, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Emma D.
200/hour

New York, NY

Published Writer for Test Prep and English Literature Tutoring

I am a college prepatory tutor with experience helping students to brainstorm and draft their college essays. My fiction has been published in print and online, and I have years of experience proofreading and editing college essays,...

4.9 (37)
200/hour
210 hours tutoring

I am a college prepatory tutor with experience helping students to brainstorm and draft their college essays. My fiction has been published in print and online, and I have years of experience proofreading and editing college essays,...

Silvana P. New York, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Silvana P.
300/hour

New York, NY

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...

Benjamin P. New York, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Benjamin P.
200/hour

New York, NY

Harvard Grad and College Essay Consultant

After graduating from Harvard with a degree in English, I've worked with students to discover the stories only they can tell and transform them into compelling college essays. Together, we'll identify the experiences, values, and...

5.0 (31)
200/hour
155 hours tutoring

After graduating from Harvard with a degree in English, I've worked with students to discover the stories only they can tell and transform them into compelling college essays. Together, we'll identify the experiences, values, and...

Sarah B. New York, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Sarah B.
85/hour

New York, NY

Proof-Reader for SAT prep, college essays, cover letters, etc!

I have a Master of Music degree in Voice Performance and Pedagogy, in addition to a pre-K-12 music teacher certification. I have been teaching for 8+ years, and have written countless successful letters, essays, etc.

5.0 (80)
85/hour
258 hours tutoring

I have a Master of Music degree in Voice Performance and Pedagogy, in addition to a pre-K-12 music teacher certification. I have been teaching for 8+ years, and have written countless successful letters, essays, etc.

Laetitia O. New York, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Laetitia O.
100/hour

New York, NY

Columbia Graduate Specializing in Academic & College Essays

I tailor my instruction to each student's goals, whether they are improving academic writing, earning higher grades, preparing for standardized tests, or crafting compelling college application essays. My approach emphasizes...

5.0 (10)
100/hour
26 hours tutoring

I tailor my instruction to each student's goals, whether they are improving academic writing, earning higher grades, preparing for standardized tests, or crafting compelling college application essays. My approach emphasizes...

Keydy M. Congers, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Keydy M.
65/hour

Congers, NY

College & Med School Essay Coach | AP & University-Level Writing

I have extensive experience guiding students in college and medical school essay writing. I have taken AP English Language and Composition, AP English Literature, and a variety of university-level English courses focused on challenging texts. I am...

5.0 (38)
65/hour
98 hours tutoring

I have extensive experience guiding students in college and medical school essay writing. I have taken AP English Language and Composition, AP English Literature, and a variety of university-level English courses focused on challenging texts. I am...

Sophie S. New York, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Sophie S.
150/hour

New York, NY

Expert in College Essay Writing and Admissions

I’m a certified college counselor who has edited hundreds of admissions essays. I’ll help you choose a strong topic and tell your story. My goal is that you leave the lesson feeling less stressed and with something written down. Over the past...

5.0 (108)
150/hour
419 hours tutoring

I’m a certified college counselor who has edited hundreds of admissions essays. I’ll help you choose a strong topic and tell your story. My goal is that you leave the lesson feeling less stressed and with something written down. Over the past...

Ari S. Brooklyn, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Ari S.
250/hour

Brooklyn, NY

Northwestern Grad 7+ Years Ivy Admissions Results

...from standardized test prep, through developing standout extracurriculars, all the way to brainstorming and editing college essays. My students have gained admission to Harvard, Yale, Columbia, and Cornell....

4.9 (59)
250/hour
92 hours tutoring

...from standardized test prep, through developing standout extracurriculars, all the way to brainstorming and editing college essays. My students have gained admission to Harvard, Yale, Columbia, and Cornell....

Sarina M. New York, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Sarina M.
150/hour

New York, NY

Ivy League and GS Alum, Experienced College Essay Tutor

I'm Sarina. I graduated from Barnard, Columbia University with a major in Economics and a minor in South Asian Studies and Education. I worked at Goldman Sachs for the last year and am now a Master's Student at Columbia's Teacher's College. I have...

5.0 (6)
150/hour
14 hours tutoring

I'm Sarina. I graduated from Barnard, Columbia University with a major in Economics and a minor in South Asian Studies and Education. I worked at Goldman Sachs for the last year and am now a Master's Student at Columbia's Teacher's College. I have...

Katrine S. New York, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Katrine S.
135/hour

New York, NY

College Advisor at Chandler Learning Center 2 yrs + Private Counseling

I have 5 years experience with college advising. I began as an SAT Tutor and a tutor for college essays, and then quickly started helping students with the entire application process. I worked as an advisor at a private company in NJ for...

5.0 (21)
135/hour
259 hours tutoring

I have 5 years experience with college advising. I began as an SAT Tutor and a tutor for college essays, and then quickly started helping students with the entire application process. I worked as an advisor at a private company in NJ for...

Efterpi P. New City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Efterpi P.
80/hour

New City, NY

Prior College Transition Coach Intern

I assisted high school seniors in the college application process including completing the FAFSA application, common application, CUNY and SUNY applications. In addition, I assisted students in revising their college essay before submitting...

5.0 (25)
80/hour
62 hours tutoring

I assisted high school seniors in the college application process including completing the FAFSA application, common application, CUNY and SUNY applications. In addition, I assisted students in revising their college essay before submitting...

Shailesh S. New York, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Shailesh S.
150/hour

New York, NY

Ivy League College Essay Coach | UPenn Alum

I've coached students through both primary and supplemental college essays, helping them earn admission to top schools including NYU and several Ivy League universities. I bring experience from my own essay writing and coaching...

5.0 (6)
150/hour
15 hours tutoring

I've coached students through both primary and supplemental college essays, helping them earn admission to top schools including NYU and several Ivy League universities. I bring experience from my own essay writing and coaching...

Kevin W. Brooklyn, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Kevin W.
125/hour

Brooklyn, NY

UC Berkeley Valedictorian | 4.0 GPA | Elite Global Essay Specialist

...and impact are paramount. I specialize in helping students master the "strategic narrative" required for high-stakes college essays and business case studies, utilizing the same frameworks that earned me the Highest Honors and Departmental Citation...

5.0 (4)
125/hour
8 hours tutoring

...and impact are paramount. I specialize in helping students master the "strategic narrative" required for high-stakes college essays and business case studies, utilizing the same frameworks that earned me the Highest Honors and Departmental Citation...

Hannah H. Brooklyn, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Hannah H.
160/hour

Brooklyn, NY

Princeton Grad for SAT/ACT and College Essay Tutoring

I have been tutoring both independently and for a company since 2017, and have helped hundreds of students to improve their SAT and ACT scores, perfect their college application essays, and gain acceptance to the college of their...

5.0 (8)
160/hour
31 hours tutoring

I have been tutoring both independently and for a company since 2017, and have helped hundreds of students to improve their SAT and ACT scores, perfect their college application essays, and gain acceptance to the college of their...

Alexandra W. Ridgewood, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Alexandra W.
85/hour

Ridgewood, NY

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...

Brianna W. Brooklyn, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Brianna W.
80/hour

Brooklyn, NY

Experienced tutor teaching conversational English, EFL, and reading

In college, I completed several advanced writing courses, which has given me a solid understanding of how to plan and write effective college essays. I am currently seeking new students and I would love to hear from you!

5.0 (21)
80/hour
59 hours tutoring

In college, I completed several advanced writing courses, which has given me a solid understanding of how to plan and write effective college essays. I am currently seeking new students and I would love to hear from you!

Jenna K. New York, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jenna K.
150/hour

New York, NY

Personal Essay Guru // Author of Princeton Review's Teaching Model

I'm an Ivy League grad, New Yorker-reviewed writer, and author of the Princeton Review’s teaching model college essay. I hold an MFA in Creative Writing and a PhD in American Studies and have worked two decades as a writing professor...

5.0 (11)
150/hour
19 hours tutoring

I'm an Ivy League grad, New Yorker-reviewed writer, and author of the Princeton Review’s teaching model college essay. I hold an MFA in Creative Writing and a PhD in American Studies and have worked two decades as a writing professor...

Michael F. New York, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Michael F.
400/hour

New York, NY

Ivy League Admissions Coach from Columbia, Harvard, MIT

...contribution. When I work with students, I show them how to integrate each of these components into an essay. Now, a great college essay, in turn, does seven things: First, it demonstrates the characteristics I just mentioned by "showing rather than telling...

4.9 (671)
400/hour
3,333 hours tutoring

...contribution. When I work with students, I show them how to integrate each of these components into an essay. Now, a great college essay, in turn, does seven things: First, it demonstrates the characteristics I just mentioned by "showing rather than telling...

Ralitsa S. Brooklyn, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Ralitsa S.
26/hour

Brooklyn, NY

Specializes in Math and English tutoring to advance grades

Francis College, I major in Adolescent English Teaching. I have helped multiple High School students write college essays for admittance into college; these essays were acknowledged for impressive content and structure. I have...

4.8 (21)
26/hour
38 hours tutoring

Francis College, I major in Adolescent English Teaching. I have helped multiple High School students write college essays for admittance into college; these essays were acknowledged for impressive content and structure. I have...

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Elisa was a great help. She made a couple prewriting graphic organizers to help prior to actually talking with my son on the app. She was very good with my son, helping him brainstorm ideas to start his college essay. She was prompt and followed up with edits quickly.
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My daughter was so frustrated getting started on her college essay. Jill did an excellent job getting her on the right track. She gave her great advice and a solid action plan. My daughter plans on having many more sessions with Jill throughout the college application process.
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17 lessons

Megan and I had two lessons working on a rough draft of my college essay. The lessons were really productive, Megan gave me a great help with choosing the best topic, outlining the topic, and also correcting grammatical errors. I plan on working with her again in the fall on my college applications!
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