Calvin F.
27 essay lessons
Phoebe helped me improve on my essay from the first draft to final draft, i learned a lot throughout the process and received an A on my essay. Highly recommend tutor!
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Sara S.
65/hourCharleston, SC
English PhD and Former Assistant Director of Cornell Writing Centers
I also worked as a writing tutor throughout my undergraduate and graduate studies, including specialized work with students on their graduate and medical school application essays. More recently, as the Assistant Director of the Cornell Writing Centers, I trained undergraduate tutors to support students across all...
5.0 (18)
29 hours tutoring
I also worked as a writing tutor throughout my undergraduate and graduate studies, including specialized work with students on their graduate and medical school application essays. More recently, as the Assistant Director of the Cornell Writing Centers, I trained undergraduate tutors to support students across all...
Klara M.
80/hourCharleston, SC
Admissions essay and resume tutoring from a physician
Hi, I’m Klara! I’m a physician and experienced writer, and I love helping people improve their resumes and admissions essays. I earned a B.S. in Chemistry and French from USC, completed my M.D. at the Medical University of South Carolina, and finished pediatric residency at the Mayo Clinic. I’ve reviewed...
5.0 (7)
12 hours tutoring
Hi, I’m Klara! I’m a physician and experienced writer, and I love helping people improve their resumes and admissions essays. I earned a B.S. in Chemistry and French from USC, completed my M.D. at the Medical University of South Carolina, and finished pediatric residency at the Mayo Clinic. I’ve reviewed...
Jason C.
125/hourNear Charleston, SC
Writing Coach - College app essays, academic, essay contests
I am an seasoned tutor with real-world experience. My previous tutoring has involved History, Government & Politics, Writing, College Application preparation and public speaking. I am currently advising high-performing students on their personal statements and extracurricular development for college admissions. I have...
5.0 (32)
74 hours tutoring
I am an seasoned tutor with real-world experience. My previous tutoring has involved History, Government & Politics, Writing, College Application preparation and public speaking. I am currently advising high-performing students on their personal statements and extracurricular development for college admissions. I have...
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Doris P.
350/hour5+ Years Experience with Essay Writing for Medical School Applications
**CYCLE UPDATE 11/26/2025 - I am beginning to enroll students to assist with their ESSAY WRITING for the 2026-2027 medical school cycle!! Get in early to lock in my reduced rates. :) Contact me ASAP if you'd like to work with...
5.0 (309)
2,325 hours tutoring
**CYCLE UPDATE 11/26/2025 - I am beginning to enroll students to assist with their ESSAY WRITING for the 2026-2027 medical school cycle!! Get in early to lock in my reduced rates. :) Contact me ASAP if you'd like to work with...
Doris's Services are Unmatched
Doris is truly doing God’s work. I worked closely with her for over a year, and together we went through the entire medical school application journey. From helping me boost my CARS score and achieve an MCAT score I am genuinely p... - Kashvi, 65 lessons with Doris
Youmna A.
200/hourGeorgetown Honors Grad | Thesis, Essays, Applications, Storytelling
Through years of writing and editing essays on complex topics, I have developed strong skills in grammar, storytelling, and critical reasoning. I graduated from Georgetown University, where I completed an honors thesis in international...
5.0 (306)
881 hours tutoring
Through years of writing and editing essays on complex topics, I have developed strong skills in grammar, storytelling, and critical reasoning. I graduated from Georgetown University, where I completed an honors thesis in international...
Detail-Oriented Tutor Who Gets Real Results
Youmna tutored my son for just one month before his SAT and his Reading & Writing jumped 80 points — from 660 to 740, moving him to the 97th percentile. Every content domain improved. She is always on time, detail-oriented, and co... - Ramnish, 44 lessons with Youmna
Byung M.
400/hour4+ Years of Teaching Experience in College Essays & Academic Writing
I have guided and helped more than ten high school students with college essays for Ivy League universities and top 25 universities. Many of these students reached their college admission goals through my writing advice. I have helped more...
5.0 (45)
344 hours tutoring
Response time: 53 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.
I have guided and helped more than ten high school students with college essays for Ivy League universities and top 25 universities. Many of these students reached their college admission goals through my writing advice. I have helped more...
College Essay
He provided valuable feedback on how to trim my essay to meet the 650-word limit while preserving its core message. His insights and anecdotes about what has worked for others were particularly helpful. He’s an excellent tutor for... - Jenna
Rich S.
45/hourCollege Writing Coach | Essays, Editing & Proofreading
...and seven years at the University of California, San Diego, helping them develop, edit, and significantly improve their essays and research papers. I also completed a 240-page dissertation over five years involving extensive archival research in ...
5.0 (13)
39 hours tutoring
...and seven years at the University of California, San Diego, helping them develop, edit, and significantly improve their essays and research papers. I also completed a 240-page dissertation over five years involving extensive archival research in ...
Amisha M.
80/hourAcademic Writing & Essay Tutor | Magna Cum Laude Econ & IR Grad
I help students turn basic and complex ideas into clear, compelling essays. Drawing on two interdisciplinary honors theses in Economics and International Relations and numerous coursework essays, I teach how to structure arguments,...
5.0 (7)
42 hours tutoring
I help students turn basic and complex ideas into clear, compelling essays. Drawing on two interdisciplinary honors theses in Economics and International Relations and numerous coursework essays, I teach how to structure arguments,...
Ben G.
85/hourAssists Prospective Students with Application Essay Writing Process
On Wyzant's platform alone, I’ve worked with prospective college, graduate, law school, med school, and vet school students to help them develop their application essays. I assist them with the various aspects of the writing process...
5.0 (1521)
7,477 hours tutoring
Response time: 45 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.
On Wyzant's platform alone, I’ve worked with prospective college, graduate, law school, med school, and vet school students to help them develop their application essays. I assist them with the various aspects of the writing process...
Amazing and Knowledgable Teacher
Ben has been an amazing college essay help throughout my whole process so far. He is always there to respond to any messages I send, and he even has quick responses to any of my questions. His work ethic is one of the best I have ... - Rita, 48 lessons with Ben
Brian O.
70/hourExperienced 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 (46)
155 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.
Fantastic tutor!
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
Charlene T.
100/hourPublished author & storytelling coach for personal essays
With a minor in creative writing from North Carolina State University and a certificate in teaching creative writing from the University of Cambridge, I help students uncover the heart of their story and craft compelling personal essays...
5.0 (45)
74 hours tutoring
Response time: 22 minutesNote that average response time is based on Charlene’s active hours, which are 2:00 pm - 2:00 am UTC.
With a minor in creative writing from North Carolina State University and a certificate in teaching creative writing from the University of Cambridge, I help students uncover the heart of their story and craft compelling personal essays...
Exceptional First Session — Insightful, Professional, and Encouraging
Charlene was outstanding in our first session. She immediately connected with my daughter, listened carefully to her goals, and created a thoughtful plan to guide her over the next couple of months. Her feedback was insightful and... - Jacob, 12 lessons with Charlene
Mark R.
55/hourEssay Writing - Experienced Tutor
In 2021, I defended my doctoral dissertation, which consisted of 60,000 words. This dissertation was approved without edits, without additions, or without the need for revisions -- approved by a panel of PhD readers, who praised the quality of...
4.9 (193)
572 hours tutoring
In 2021, I defended my doctoral dissertation, which consisted of 60,000 words. This dissertation was approved without edits, without additions, or without the need for revisions -- approved by a panel of PhD readers, who praised the quality of...
Adam M.
36/hourExperienced essay writing tutor
I have more than 10 years of experience assisting students with essay writing. This experience includes four years of classroom teaching and both in-person and virtual tutoring. My focus as an essay writing tutor includes the...
5.0 (1556)
5,263 hours tutoring
Response time: 21 minutesNote that average response time is based on Adam’s active hours, which are 12:00 pm - 2:00 am UTC.
I have more than 10 years of experience assisting students with essay writing. This experience includes four years of classroom teaching and both in-person and virtual tutoring. My focus as an essay writing tutor includes the...
Phenomenal Writing Tutor!
Adam is extremely detail-oriented and provides excellent feedback on writing assignments. He has helped me improve my grammar, sentence structure, and word choice. I highly recommend him! - Lauren, 6 lessons with Adam
Silvana P.
350/hourPrinceton Grad| Ivy League College Essay and Writing Expert
I am a Princeton University graduate with over six years of professional experience in academic writing instruction, college essay coaching, and college application support. I specialize in helping students craft standout college...
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5.0 (151)
493 hours tutoring
Response time: 25 minutesNote that average response time is based on Silvana’s active hours, which are 9:00 pm - 8:00 am UTC.
I am a Princeton University graduate with over six years of professional experience in academic writing instruction, college essay coaching, and college application support. I specialize in helping students craft standout college...
Amazing with College Essays!
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
Kelsey R.
350/hourProfessional Proofreader - Applications/Essays/Articles/Dissertations
...their writing through expert proofreading. I have worked with dozens of writers on college and graduate school application essays, academic papers and theses, research proposals, scholarly articles, policy reports, and book manuscripts. Whether you ...
5.0 (133)
737 hours tutoring
Response time: 33 minutesNote that average response time is based on Kelsey’s active hours, which are 6:00 pm - 8:00 am UTC.
...their writing through expert proofreading. I have worked with dozens of writers on college and graduate school application essays, academic papers and theses, research proposals, scholarly articles, policy reports, and book manuscripts. Whether you ...
Kelsey is simply the best!
Kelsey has been an incredible help to my daughter in preparing for her SAT verbal over the past month. She quickly identified the areas that needed focus and provided countless tips and strategies that are spot-on. She also makes ... - Ying, 8 lessons with Kelsey
Ben U.
575/hourBerkeley PhD, Harvard Author – Essays & Admissions Strategy Expert
Since 2016, I’ve guided students through every step of the college application process — from refining a school list and planning timelines to crafting standout essays and shaping a cohesive narrative. Before that, I taught academic...
5.0 (476)
1,738 hours tutoring
Response time: 6 minutesNote that average response time is based on Ben’s active hours, which are 3:00 pm - 1:00 am UTC.
Since 2016, I’ve guided students through every step of the college application process — from refining a school list and planning timelines to crafting standout essays and shaping a cohesive narrative. Before that, I taught academic...
Harvard, Stanford, Yale & MIT
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
Kenneth O.
360/hourCollege Essay and Application Strategic Positioning Expert
...Cornell, and UT Austin. My work covers college list development, the Common Application, the personal statement, supplemental essays, the activities section, and interview preparation. I have over 1,500 five-star reviews. ...
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5.0 (1644)
3,751 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.
...Cornell, and UT Austin. My work covers college list development, the Common Application, the personal statement, supplemental essays, the activities section, and interview preparation. I have over 1,500 five-star reviews. ...
Exceeded all expections
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
Robert A.
80/hourEssay Writing Expert | Natural Nonfiction Style | MBA, MS Educator
I am a senior banking executive, published journalist, and university instructor with over 25 years of experience in analytical and persuasive writing. I coach students in essay writing using a natural, non-fiction–specialized style that...
5.0 (79)
108 hours tutoring
Response time: 17 minutesNote that average response time is based on Robert’s active hours, which are 12:00 pm - 11:00 pm UTC.
I am a senior banking executive, published journalist, and university instructor with over 25 years of experience in analytical and persuasive writing. I coach students in essay writing using a natural, non-fiction–specialized style that...
Eric C.
69/hourUniversity Lecturer Experienced in Essay Writing and Editing
... which required substantial academic writing, research, and analysis. I can help students develop clear, well-organized essays and research papers, strengthen arguments and organization, and improve grammar, clarity, and overall writing quality. ...
5.0 (17)
41 hours tutoring
Response time: 52 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.
... which required substantial academic writing, research, and analysis. I can help students develop clear, well-organized essays and research papers, strengthen arguments and organization, and improve grammar, clarity, and overall writing quality. ...
Leah A.
150/hourCollege 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...
5.0 (201)
534 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...
Amazing Tutor
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, 37 lessons with Leah
Aneel B.
100/hourOxford DPhil & Harvard-Trained Essay Writing Coach
.... I help students find their authentic voice and develop compelling, honest narratives for college essays, personal statements, scholarship essays, and other application materials....
5.0 (8)
21 hours tutoring
.... I help students find their authentic voice and develop compelling, honest narratives for college essays, personal statements, scholarship essays, and other application materials....
Ann K.
115/hourEnglish Tutor with 11 Years' Experience in Essay Writing and Analysis
I bring over 11 years of experience tutoring English language and literature across a wide range of ages and learning levels. My primary specialization lies in essay construction, with a focus on developing clear thesis-driven arguments,...
5.0 (154)
1,425 hours tutoring
I bring over 11 years of experience tutoring English language and literature across a wide range of ages and learning levels. My primary specialization lies in essay construction, with a focus on developing clear thesis-driven arguments,...
Amazing! Very knowledgeable and patient tutor
Ann is very kind, gentle spoken, knowledgeable, attentive, and patient tutor for my daughter. My daughter loves English, but struggled to focus on topics and book selections. She has been very caring and even follow up with little... - Masae, 47 lessons with Ann
David S.
85/hourPhD Writing Tutor|Academic Essays, College Papers, Personal Statements
My goal is not simply to improve one paper—it is to help you become a better writer. I can help with: College and high school essays Academic and research papers Personal statements and application essays Thesis and...
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5.0 (99)
170 hours tutoring
Response time: 39 minutesNote that average response time is based on David’s active hours, which are 4:00 pm - 6:00 am UTC.
My goal is not simply to improve one paper—it is to help you become a better writer. I can help with: College and high school essays Academic and research papers Personal statements and application essays Thesis and...
Knowledgeable and Talented Teacher
David is truly the best admissions advisor I have worked with. He is incredibly knowledgeable and has a remarkable ability to see what makes a student’s story unique and compelling. His brilliant and insightful feedback has been i... - Willow, 19 lessons with David
Isabelle M.
85/hourIvy League Grad | 8+ Years Experience | SAT & College Essay Specialist
I help students build skills, manage time, and approach the test with clarity and confidence. College Essays From brainstorming to final edits, I guide students in writing strong, authentic essays that reflect their voice and...
5.0 (44)
157 hours tutoring
Response time: 48 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.
I help students build skills, manage time, and approach the test with clarity and confidence. College Essays From brainstorming to final edits, I guide students in writing strong, authentic essays that reflect their voice and...
Kylie J.
235/hourBA in English with 10+ Years of Teaching Experience
I have a degree in English and over ten years of experience tutoring students in essay writing. I've helped students at various academic levels develop clear thesis statements, organize ideas effectively, and strengthen arguments with...
5.0 (254)
1,340 hours tutoring
Response time: 28 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.
I have a degree in English and over ten years of experience tutoring students in essay writing. I've helped students at various academic levels develop clear thesis statements, organize ideas effectively, and strengthen arguments with...
Worth Every Penny.
Working with Kylie was one of the best decisions I made during my medical school application process. Her edits were thoughtful, precise, and elevated my writing without ever losing my voice. She has an exceptional ability to clar... - Andrew, 6 lessons with Kylie
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Jean F.
1 essay lesson
Kimberly is a great tutor. She was on time and provided very constructive feedback. I would highly recommend her to anyone else who is struggling with a research essay or any other essay.
Nat S.
27 essay lessons
Donna Ann taught my son the importance of a thesis statement in an essay by reviewing a sample essay. Very knowledgeable. Also reviewed grammatical errors in an essay. We look forward to more lessons with her and excited to see improvement in my son's writing! Thank you, Donna Ann!
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