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I am a private university professor and essay coach- students love my expertise and support to help them submit their best essays! For my mentoring, I was awarded Professor of the Year. I serve on admissions committees and help you craft your...
I am a private university professor and essay coach- students love my expertise and support to help them submit their best essays! For my mentoring, I was awarded Professor of the Year. I serve on admissions committees and help you craft your...
I just had my first session with Danielle this week, and she was incredibly helpful with my application essay. She made it much more persuasive and clear. Danielle is very knowledgeable, patient, and thorough. I highly recommend h... - Angela, 7 lessons with Danielle

San Diego, CA
I love consulting, coaching, and teaching! But I especially like working with people who need help with communication. I have had the honor of supporting hundreds of students and professionals with interviews, public speaking, marketing/sales...
I love consulting, coaching, and teaching! But I especially like working with people who need help with communication. I have had the honor of supporting hundreds of students and professionals with interviews, public speaking, marketing/sales...
Kelly worked with me regarding my personal statement to residency. He took my initial draft and turned it into a masterpiece. In the few lessons I had with Kelly, I can tell he is an extraordinary teacher and person. Coming from a... - Saad, 3 lessons with Kelly

San Diego, CA
As part of my service experience I have sat on numerous admission committees for colleges and university-led programs. I have over ten years of experience helping students with undergraduate (including B.S./M.D programs) and graduate applications,...
As part of my service experience I have sat on numerous admission committees for colleges and university-led programs. I have over ten years of experience helping students with undergraduate (including B.S./M.D programs) and graduate applications,...
Jill helped my daughter with an important high school English paper. Jill provided great feedback and assistance. Lauren's teacher gave her high marks with the help of Jill. Would highly recommend. Thank you! - Tiffanie

Oceanside, CA
My grammar expertise has also proven useful in proofreading and editing. I am happy to teach concepts or work with a student on a specific paper or assignment including college essays and resumes.
My grammar expertise has also proven useful in proofreading and editing. I am happy to teach concepts or work with a student on a specific paper or assignment including college essays and resumes.
Needed a language arts teacher for my son (10th grade). Mary was very patient and attentive. She knew the materials well to assist with reading comprehension. She even reviewed his essays and gave effective feedback. Highly recomm... - Stephanie, 25 lessons with Mary

Escondido, CA
I specialize in academic writing, research papers, argumentative and literary analysis essays, thesis development, MLA and APA formatting, AP exam preparation, and college application essays. I'm also TEFL certified through the...
I specialize in academic writing, research papers, argumentative and literary analysis essays, thesis development, MLA and APA formatting, AP exam preparation, and college application essays. I'm also TEFL certified through the...
Michael is an outstanding tutor! From our very first lesson, he took the time to understand my goals and created a clear plan to help me improve my English for the TOEFL exam. He is patient, knowledgeable, encouraging, and explain... - Julio

San Diego, CA
I wrote varied essay topics for many novels including The Old Man and the Sea, Great Gatsby, Of Mice and Men and Romeo and Juliet. I taught students to write College Application Essays in many classes including students in...
I wrote varied essay topics for many novels including The Old Man and the Sea, Great Gatsby, Of Mice and Men and Romeo and Juliet. I taught students to write College Application Essays in many classes including students in...
I feel so lucky to have found Susan. Working with my 8-year-old son who has been resistant to writing, Susan is encouraging, supportive, and caring. It is evidenct that she genuinely loves teaching the joy of writing. Susan has pr... - Tamar, 34 lessons with Susan

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

Many of my students have also contacted me to guide them in their academic writing assignments. Applying to college and writing college essays is an exciting investment in your future. At times it can be overwhelming and you need someone...
Many of my students have also contacted me to guide them in their academic writing assignments. Applying to college and writing college essays is an exciting investment in your future. At times it can be overwhelming and you need someone...
Sharon has recently been helping my daughter edit and improve her college essay. So kind and helpful! She has also started helping my daughter prepare for supplemental essays which weren't even on our radar yet. Highly recommend ... - Cristina, 4 lessons with Sharon

I've worked with high school seniors navigating their college applications, streamlining their thoughts into narratives that help them stand out in front of college admission officers. From word flow to content structure, every piece needs to come...
I've worked with high school seniors navigating their college applications, streamlining their thoughts into narratives that help them stand out in front of college admission officers. From word flow to content structure, every piece needs to come...

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 filled with self-doubt about my abilities as a writer. He filled me with confidence and assured me that he was going to help. And boy, did he help. He helped me write one of the deepest, insightful, and raw essay... - Shira, 2 lessons with Kenneth

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 experience writing college essays, completing college applications and advising students on what tests are recommended for what schools. I have experience in California submitting to state schools, the UC system and the common app. I...
I have experience writing college essays, completing college applications and advising students on what tests are recommended for what schools. I have experience in California submitting to state schools, the UC system and the common app. I...
Evan worked with my child to prepare for the ISEE test, and he went above and beyond to arm my child with the tools and confidence to ACE the test! His initial diagnosis of the areas for my child to work on was spot-on, and he cre... - Anne, 27 lessons with Evan

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 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’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

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...

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 have successfully written and guided personal statements for my own college applications, gaining admission to top schools and earning substantial scholarships. I work step-by-step with students to uncover their core story and craft a statement...
I have successfully written and guided personal statements for my own college applications, gaining admission to top schools and earning substantial scholarships. I work step-by-step with students to uncover their core story and craft a statement...

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, 35 lessons with Leah

I studied at Harvard and continued on a full scholarship at the University of Oxford, where I taught Ancient Greek for 3 years after graduation. I specialize in college essay writing and admissions consulting, and SAT / ACT prep....
I studied at Harvard and continued on a full scholarship at the University of Oxford, where I taught Ancient Greek for 3 years after graduation. I specialize in college essay writing and admissions consulting, and SAT / ACT prep....
Cole is extremely enthusiastic and knowledgeable! It's difficult not to (a) learn a lot from him and (b) have fun while doing it :) I greatly look forward to working with him more this summer! - Sophie

As a writing coach, my aim is to draw out the powerful stories that each of my students has to tell, whether they are working on college admissions essays or on medical, law, and graduate school personal statements. Whatever the...
As a writing coach, my aim is to draw out the powerful stories that each of my students has to tell, whether they are working on college admissions essays or on medical, law, and graduate school personal statements. Whatever the...
Calina has worked with my daughter over several sessions on college application essays. She is patient and does a wonderful job of drawing out my daughter's voice in her essays by asking probing questions to get her to think deep... - Suzanne, 15 lessons with Calina

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 have five years experience teaching, tutoring, and designing curriculum at the middle, high school and college levels and have worked with students on their college application essays independently, for private tutoring companies,...
I have five years experience teaching, tutoring, and designing curriculum at the middle, high school and college levels and have worked with students on their college application essays independently, for private tutoring companies,...
Alexandra helped me with my college essay and numerous supplemental essays. I loved working with her because she made the long and challenging process easy and manageable. Her dedication and patience helped me infuse my voice in... - Adam, 38 lessons with Alexandra

Hi, I’m Isabelle — a certified teacher with a Master’s in Education from UMass Amherst and a B.A. from Columbia University. I specialize in SAT prep, college essays, academic writing, and creative writing, combining subject expertise...
Hi, I’m Isabelle — a certified teacher with a Master’s in Education from UMass Amherst and a B.A. from Columbia University. I specialize in SAT prep, college essays, academic writing, and creative writing, combining subject expertise...

In that time, I developed and refined many materials and strategies to prepare students for the AP Literature exam, college-level reading and writing, and college application essays. What I have found is that many of the teaching...
In that time, I developed and refined many materials and strategies to prepare students for the AP Literature exam, college-level reading and writing, and college application essays. What I have found is that many of the teaching...
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