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Adam D. Alexandria, VA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Adam D.
175/hour

Alexandria, VA

Former Instructor at UCLA Specializing in College Essays

I have helped many students write essays that got them in Ivies, UCs, and other Top 20 Schools. Last year I helped students get into Duke, Cornell, Northwestern, Johns Hopkins, UCLA, Berkeley, and other great schools. When I was an instructor at...

5.0 (360)
175/hour
1,110 hours tutoring
Response time: 26 minutes

I have helped many students write essays that got them in Ivies, UCs, and other Top 20 Schools. Last year I helped students get into Duke, Cornell, Northwestern, Johns Hopkins, UCLA, Berkeley, and other great schools. When I was an instructor at...

Dan M. Washington, DC, available for online & in-person tutoring
Dan M.
89/hour

Washington, DC

#1 Ranked MPA Grad Program Graduate/Law: APPLICATION/ESSAY/RESEARCH

Specialty: College/university ESSAYS, APPLICATIONS, undergraduate and graduate RESEARCH WRITINGS. I have used my academic and professional career to hone my writing skills. I have spent most of my time in university writing...

4.5 (15)
89/hour
62 hours tutoring

Specialty: College/university ESSAYS, APPLICATIONS, undergraduate and graduate RESEARCH WRITINGS. I have used my academic and professional career to hone my writing skills. I have spent most of my time in university writing...

Olivia D. Washington, DC, available for online & in-person tutoring
Olivia D.
500/hour

Washington, DC

Award-Winning Harvard Grad Accepted to Harvard, Yale, and Princeton

I specialize in the college admissions process, college essays, and the SAT. In high school, I graduated as an IB Diploma recipient with a 4.52 GPA. As for test scores, I scored in the 99+ percentile on the SAT with a perfect score in...

5.0 (8)
500/hour
86 hours tutoring

I specialize in the college admissions process, college essays, and the SAT. In high school, I graduated as an IB Diploma recipient with a 4.52 GPA. As for test scores, I scored in the 99+ percentile on the SAT with a perfect score in...

Sarah H. Washington, DC, available for online & in-person tutoring
Sarah H.
100/hour

Washington, DC

Ivy League Tutor Specializing in Essay Writing and College Apps

My name is Sarah; thank you for stopping by my profile:) After a two year hiatus due to being abroad, I am excited to be resuming tutoring. I specialize in college applications, essay writing, and homework help. I graduated Magna...

5.0 (14)
100/hour
71 hours tutoring

My name is Sarah; thank you for stopping by my profile:) After a two year hiatus due to being abroad, I am excited to be resuming tutoring. I specialize in college applications, essay writing, and homework help. I graduated Magna...

Makayla E. Washington, DC, available for online & in-person tutoring
Makayla E.
45/hour

Washington, DC

Cornell Grad: Public Health, Writing & Career Development Specialist

I utilize a holistic learning approach that is personalized to each individuals needs. Encompassing unique methods such as test preparation, college essays or interview preparation, sets me apart from other tutors. Lessons are tailored to...

4.2 (5)
45/hour
28 hours tutoring
Response time: 22 minutes

I utilize a holistic learning approach that is personalized to each individuals needs. Encompassing unique methods such as test preparation, college essays or interview preparation, sets me apart from other tutors. Lessons are tailored to...

Terra M. Washington, DC, available for online & in-person tutoring
Terra M.
19/hour

Washington, DC

Experienced Art Historian tutoring for academic success

., European, and World), art history, English, literature, and writing skills. I offer targeted strategies for standardized test prep, and college application essay help as well. My academic training allows me to translate complex...

5.0 (32)
19/hour
153 hours tutoring

., European, and World), art history, English, literature, and writing skills. I offer targeted strategies for standardized test prep, and college application essay help as well. My academic training allows me to translate complex...

Amaya E. Washington, DC, available for online & in-person tutoring
Amaya E.
35/hour

Washington, DC

Experienced Tutor in STEM & Humanities

I have taught biology, calculus, algebra, precalculus, genetics, chemistry, Spanish, English, essay writing, history, and more. Additionally, I’ve guided students with resume building, cover letter development, and college essay...

5.0 (12)
35/hour
16 hours tutoring

I have taught biology, calculus, algebra, precalculus, genetics, chemistry, Spanish, English, essay writing, history, and more. Additionally, I’ve guided students with resume building, cover letter development, and college essay...

Aahil V. Vienna, VA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Aahil V.
35/hour

Vienna, VA

Economics Student @UMich | College Essays & TJ Essay Prep

Hey, I’m Aahil! I am an incoming freshman at the University of Michigan studying Economics and English. I recently graduated from TJHSST (#1 public STEM High School). In the last application cycle, I applied to 27 colleges and aimed for t20...

5.0 (5)
35/hour
9 hours tutoring

Hey, I’m Aahil! I am an incoming freshman at the University of Michigan studying Economics and English. I recently graduated from TJHSST (#1 public STEM High School). In the last application cycle, I applied to 27 colleges and aimed for t20...

Ian K. Fairfax, VA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Ian K.
15/hour

Fairfax, VA

Spanish major and Translator available for Tutoring

I am a graduate of the University of Mary Washington who majored in Spanish. I have worked as a translator for FEMA, as a teacher in a Spanish preschool and as an ESL instructor. I have also spent a lot of time working with kids as a camp...

5.0 (261)
15/hour
775 hours tutoring

I am a graduate of the University of Mary Washington who majored in Spanish. I have worked as a translator for FEMA, as a teacher in a Spanish preschool and as an ESL instructor. I have also spent a lot of time working with kids as a camp...

Julia F. Washington, DC, available for online & in-person tutoring
Julia F.
60/hour

Washington, DC

Personal Statement & College Essay Tutor | Writing & Editing Expert

I work in communications, where I write and edit every day, thinking carefully about how to convey ideas clearly and persuasively. Over the years, I’ve helped friends and peers refine personal statements, medical school supplemental essays, and...

5.0 (3)
60/hour
6 hours tutoring

I work in communications, where I write and edit every day, thinking carefully about how to convey ideas clearly and persuasively. Over the years, I’ve helped friends and peers refine personal statements, medical school supplemental essays, and...

Jennifer C. Laurel, MD, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jennifer C.
90/hour

Laurel, MD

PhD for expert Writing Instruction, Editing, Test Prep, College Essays

...with everything from improving their vocabulary for the SAT, to tackling ESL concerns, to penning the most compelling college essays. During my doctoral studies, I became the Assistant Director of University Writing at Brandeis University, and continued...

5.0 (171)
90/hour
635 hours tutoring

...with everything from improving their vocabulary for the SAT, to tackling ESL concerns, to penning the most compelling college essays. During my doctoral studies, I became the Assistant Director of University Writing at Brandeis University, and continued...

Amy A. Silver Spring, MD, available for online & in-person tutoring
Amy A.
150/hour

Silver Spring, MD

Conquer the College Essay with Author, Journalist and Writing Teacher

I am an award-winning author and journalist with bylines in The Wall Street Journal, NPR's magazine, and Village Voice Media (200+ articles published). As a communications consultant, my clients include the World Bank, World Vision International...

5.0 (1817)
150/hour
9,209 hours tutoring
Response time: 51 minutes

I am an award-winning author and journalist with bylines in The Wall Street Journal, NPR's magazine, and Village Voice Media (200+ articles published). As a communications consultant, my clients include the World Bank, World Vision International...

Josh W. Washington, DC, available for online & in-person tutoring
Josh W.
300/hour

Washington, DC

Ivy League Student and Writing Tutor with 200+ Hours of Experience

Privately, I've advised tens of high school students on their college essays, and I've noticed that the written application process between undergraduate and graduate school is truly closely analogous. The skills one builds in...

5.0 (108)
300/hour
242 hours tutoring

Privately, I've advised tens of high school students on their college essays, and I've noticed that the written application process between undergraduate and graduate school is truly closely analogous. The skills one builds in...

Alex W. Arlington, VA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Alex W.
80/hour

Arlington, VA

Affordable College Essay Editor (UC, Ivys, t20 US Schools!)

Hello, my name is Alex! I've worked with dozens of students to help make their college essays stand out! Essays are your chance to show the admissions team who you are beyond the grades and test scores, and I can help make your...

5.0 (68)
80/hour
206 hours tutoring

Hello, my name is Alex! I've worked with dozens of students to help make their college essays stand out! Essays are your chance to show the admissions team who you are beyond the grades and test scores, and I can help make your...

Jeremy S. Washington, DC, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jeremy S.
297/hour

Washington, DC

Ace Your College Essays: Guidance from a Former Columbia Interviewer

Craft a personal statement that captivates and showcases your unique story. As a former Columbia University admissions interviewer, I offer invaluable insider perspective on what makes an application essay truly stand out. I can guide you through...

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Today
5.0 (578)
297/hour
2,567 hours tutoring

Craft a personal statement that captivates and showcases your unique story. As a former Columbia University admissions interviewer, I offer invaluable insider perspective on what makes an application essay truly stand out. I can guide you through...

Zakiy G. Alexandria, VA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Zakiy G.
150/hour

Alexandria, VA

Perfect Scorer , Expert SAT + ACT Prep , Writing , College Essays

...scholarships, exclusive residential programs (TASP/TASS) and internships, Common Application personal statements, and college supplemental essays. I'm a 2017 graduate in Economics from Amherst College. I scored a 1580 (800 M, 780 V - 40/40 WL, 38/40 R...

5.0 (521)
150/hour
1,911 hours tutoring

...scholarships, exclusive residential programs (TASP/TASS) and internships, Common Application personal statements, and college supplemental essays. I'm a 2017 graduate in Economics from Amherst College. I scored a 1580 (800 M, 780 V - 40/40 WL, 38/40 R...

Kristine W. Springfield, VA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Kristine W.
65/hour

Springfield, VA

Teacher specializing in academic writing, proofreading, and APA format

...writing consultant. I support undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students on assignments ranging from introductory college essays to doctoral dissertations. Additionally, I provide strategies for understanding a prompt, developing a thesis, organizing...

5.0 (243)
65/hour
1,186 hours tutoring
Response time: 37 minutes

...writing consultant. I support undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students on assignments ranging from introductory college essays to doctoral dissertations. Additionally, I provide strategies for understanding a prompt, developing a thesis, organizing...

Kenneth O. Rockville, MD, available for online & in-person tutoring
Kenneth O.
70/hour

Rockville, MD

College Essay Specialist with Admissions Committee experience

While earning business degrees from the University of Virginia (B.S.) and UCLA Anderson School (MBA), I also worked for my alma maters’ Admissions Committee as a student or alumni rep. Your high school teenager doesn't need an English teacher;...

4.8 (106)
70/hour
290 hours tutoring

While earning business degrees from the University of Virginia (B.S.) and UCLA Anderson School (MBA), I also worked for my alma maters’ Admissions Committee as a student or alumni rep. Your high school teenager doesn't need an English teacher;...

Molly M. Washington, DC, available for online & in-person tutoring
Molly M.
40/hour

Washington, DC

Proofreading, General Writing, Personal Statements

Teaching is very inspiring to me -- often, I learn as much from my students as they do from me! I specialize in Literature, Proofreading, and General Writing. I am particularly passionate about editing college application essays....

5.0 (3)
40/hour
6 hours tutoring

Teaching is very inspiring to me -- often, I learn as much from my students as they do from me! I specialize in Literature, Proofreading, and General Writing. I am particularly passionate about editing college application essays....

Ben G. Washington, DC, available for online & in-person tutoring
Ben G.
65/hour

Washington, DC

Proofreading, Editing, Revisions, Feedback — 4400+ Hours on Wyzant

I’ve also worked with young professionals and retirees looking to improve their writing skills. I’ve proofread work correspondence, personal statements, cover letters, college application essays (undergraduate, graduate, law...

5.0 (1413)
65/hour
6,915 hours tutoring
Response time: 18 minutes

I’ve also worked with young professionals and retirees looking to improve their writing skills. I’ve proofread work correspondence, personal statements, cover letters, college application essays (undergraduate, graduate, law...

Robert P. Mc Lean, VA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Robert P.
90/hour

Mc Lean, VA

Award-Winning Writer/Tutor: Essays, Resumes, SAT Verbal/NU Grad

I’ve had careers in teaching, publishing, and corporate banking. I have master’s degrees in writing and business administration and graduated from Washington & Lee and Northwestern universities. Given the above, I teach what I know:...

5.0 (455)
90/hour
1,502 hours tutoring
Response time: 6 minutes

I’ve had careers in teaching, publishing, and corporate banking. I have master’s degrees in writing and business administration and graduated from Washington & Lee and Northwestern universities. Given the above, I teach what I know:...

Peter G. Fairfax, VA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Peter G.
60/hour

Fairfax, VA

Princeton grad specializing in SAT tutoring and college essays

I currently work in data and analytics, but am excited to spend some of my free time helping you and your children. I have the most experience tutoring for the SAT/ACT and helping craft and edit college admission essays, but...

5.0 (285)
60/hour
645 hours tutoring

I currently work in data and analytics, but am excited to spend some of my free time helping you and your children. I have the most experience tutoring for the SAT/ACT and helping craft and edit college admission essays, but...

Keya P. Arlington, VA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Keya P.
45/hour

Arlington, VA

Georgia Tech Grad and College Application Mentor

Have assisted a well-known tutor to edit college application essays, including the Common Application and college-specific essays. As someone closer in demographic than the person I worked with, spoke directly with students to help...

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5.0 (18)
45/hour
62 hours tutoring
Response time: 1 minute

Have assisted a well-known tutor to edit college application essays, including the Common Application and college-specific essays. As someone closer in demographic than the person I worked with, spoke directly with students to help...

Henry M. Rockville, MD, available for online & in-person tutoring
Henry M.
75/hour

Rockville, MD

BA/MA student at Yale University

I have tutored students and helped them write college essays for the last 3 years. I have experience advising students on what they should write about given the essay prompts and their own life experiences, and I also have experience...

5.0 (50)
75/hour
103 hours tutoring

I have tutored students and helped them write college essays for the last 3 years. I have experience advising students on what they should write about given the essay prompts and their own life experiences, and I also have experience...

Laurie B. Rockville, MD, available for online & in-person tutoring
Laurie B.
66/hour

Rockville, MD

Highly Experienced College Essay Specialist, Undergraduate/Graduate

For over five years, I assisted high school students with college essays, resumes, and cover letters for internships. I have also helped with graduate school applications, primarily in the medical and business fields. I work for four...

5.0 (554)
66/hour
948 hours tutoring
Response time: 27 minutes

For over five years, I assisted high school students with college essays, resumes, and cover letters for internships. I have also helped with graduate school applications, primarily in the medical and business fields. I work for four...

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