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Chapel Hill, NC
I especially enjoy mentoring students interested in STEM and Computer Science pathways in college. I help students with college preparation, resumes, essays, interview preparation, and building strong profiles for competitive...
I especially enjoy mentoring students interested in STEM and Computer Science pathways in college. I help students with college preparation, resumes, essays, interview preparation, and building strong profiles for competitive...
Garner, NC
I am highly familiar with common words that get confused with one another, as well as the pitfalls of grammar. I have a bachelor's degree and wrote numerous college essays with grades exceeding 90%.
I am highly familiar with common words that get confused with one another, as well as the pitfalls of grammar. I have a bachelor's degree and wrote numerous college essays with grades exceeding 90%.
Cary, NC
I can assist you in writing as well as editing your college level essays and write ups. For my younger clients I work with them in various areas including reading comprehension and vocabulary to show them ways of becoming a more...
I can assist you in writing as well as editing your college level essays and write ups. For my younger clients I work with them in various areas including reading comprehension and vocabulary to show them ways of becoming a more...
Eti will work patiently with you as long as you need and she will go above and beyond to help you with whatever you need. She is willing to meet as often as you need and makes time to help you. She's the best tutor I have ever had... - Ilana, 15 lessons with Etinosa
Durham, NC
Writer's block keeping you from finishing your college application essay? Overwhelmed by grad school applications? Always wanted to play an instrument or learn music theory, but don't know where to start? Take a deep...
Writer's block keeping you from finishing your college application essay? Overwhelmed by grad school applications? Always wanted to play an instrument or learn music theory, but don't know where to start? Take a deep...
Samantha was amazing! Invaluable! My daughter was in desperate need for adding more personal content and pulling together some loose strings for her college essay. She was struggling. In one session, Samantha guided her in making ... - Michele
Raleigh, NC
I have over 20 years experience helping students surpass their academic goals. I started my writing career as a journalist, then spent 16 years in the classroom as an English and Journalism instructor before earning my College Admissions...
I have over 20 years experience helping students surpass their academic goals. I started my writing career as a journalist, then spent 16 years in the classroom as an English and Journalism instructor before earning my College Admissions...
Chapel Hill, NC
With a background as a Writing Coach at UNC's Writing and Learning Centers and a college essay coach at Prompt, I specialize in helping students improve their writing skills, from essays to college admissions materials. I have worked...
With a background as a Writing Coach at UNC's Writing and Learning Centers and a college essay coach at Prompt, I specialize in helping students improve their writing skills, from essays to college admissions materials. I have worked...
Rachel has honestly made a huge difference for me this year. She explained things in a way that actually made sense for me, especially when covering topics that where difficult or confusing. Rachel is super patient and didn't make... - Vanessa , 32 lessons with Rachel
Raleigh, NC
I earned my BA, MA and PhD in English Language and Literature from UNC-Chapel Hill, where I specialized in English Literature with a Medieval Studies specialty in British Languages and Literature. I have been coaching writers and guiding students...
I earned my BA, MA and PhD in English Language and Literature from UNC-Chapel Hill, where I specialized in English Literature with a Medieval Studies specialty in British Languages and Literature. I have been coaching writers and guiding students...
We highly recommend Steven for tutoring in English: writing, editing reading comprehension, literature. He is superb! Steven has worked with our high school son and on occasion our college daughter. He has helped with all kinds... - John, 143 lessons with Steven
Cary, NC
As an high school teacher, I helped students with SATs, college essays, application processes, and more. I've written letters of recommendation and seen some students go on to win full scholarships. I am also a Caldwell scholar...
As an high school teacher, I helped students with SATs, college essays, application processes, and more. I've written letters of recommendation and seen some students go on to win full scholarships. I am also a Caldwell scholar...
Beth has been such a huge help, not only to myself but to both of my kids. She has been an invaluable resource helping my daughter with her AP Spanish and AP Calculus, as well as my son with chemistry. She is extremely patient, ... - Kris, 94 lessons with Beth
Chapel Hill, NC
I can teach English and history to high school and college level students, but I'm also interested in working with non-traditional students. I've worked for years with students on their college entrance essays and personal...
I can teach English and history to high school and college level students, but I'm also interested in working with non-traditional students. I've worked for years with students on their college entrance essays and personal...
Michael helped me improve my essay writing a lot. He is extremely efficient in giving me comments to enhance my writing. I’ve had several lessons with him, and they’ve all been very productive. Thank you Michael! - Alicia, 5 lessons with Michael
Durham, NC
My tutoring focuses on structure, grammar, critical thinking, and meeting assignment objectives. Whether you're preparing a college essay or a complex legal memo, I guide students through every step of the writing process with clarity...
My tutoring focuses on structure, grammar, critical thinking, and meeting assignment objectives. Whether you're preparing a college essay or a complex legal memo, I guide students through every step of the writing process with clarity...
Tomeka is a five-star tutor and I'm glad that I found her. She is very knowledgeable in law and helpful for students like me who is entering a world of law, which can be intimidating. - Bre, 3 lessons with Tomeka
Durham, NC
Over five years of tutoring and editing college essays, I've supported students' acceptance into medical schools and highly selective universities such as Dartmouth, MIT, Cornell, and Yale. I work with students throughout the...
Over five years of tutoring and editing college essays, I've supported students' acceptance into medical schools and highly selective universities such as Dartmouth, MIT, Cornell, and Yale. I work with students throughout the...
Durham, NC
Hi! I’m Jordan, a Masters student from Denver, Colorado. I graduated from Yale magna cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa with a B.S. in Applied Physics and Humanities. My scholarship was also honored with the Applied Physics Prize, a YoungArts award in...
Hi! I’m Jordan, a Masters student from Denver, Colorado. I graduated from Yale magna cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa with a B.S. in Applied Physics and Humanities. My scholarship was also honored with the Applied Physics Prize, a YoungArts award in...
Cary, NC
I have two years of proven experiencing editing college essays, reviewing activities sections, and creating a holistic application that tells a story. Specifically, I make line edits on essays where I believe there is a clear voice and...
I have two years of proven experiencing editing college essays, reviewing activities sections, and creating a holistic application that tells a story. Specifically, I make line edits on essays where I believe there is a clear voice and...
He explained concepts easily that made me understand well. I learned how to write better with his tips and critiques. - Miley
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...
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...
I can't imagine a better writing tutor; she absolutely exceeded my expectations. I have been in the process of applying for speech-language pathology graduate school. It is an EXTREMELY competitive program (25-35 spots and 400 app... - Marissa, 7 lessons with Amy
I have tremendous experience over nearly two decades helping students gain acceptance to the top universities in the country (and beyond), including all of the Ivy League schools, Stanford, MIT, Duke, Northwestern, UChicago, Oxford, UMich, Johns...
I have tremendous experience over nearly two decades helping students gain acceptance to the top universities in the country (and beyond), including all of the Ivy League schools, Stanford, MIT, Duke, Northwestern, UChicago, Oxford, UMich, Johns...
Phillip has been tutoring both my high school sons for the last year and a half. They are each different writers so I can write from the perspective of two different types of tutoring that Phillip provides. For my older son, he is... - Deborah, 34 lessons with Phillip
This may come by helping students with writing coursework (college or high school), navigating college applications, reviewing college application essays, writing scholarship essays, organizing content, and/or study skills....
This may come by helping students with writing coursework (college or high school), navigating college applications, reviewing college application essays, writing scholarship essays, organizing content, and/or study skills....
If you are looking for a tutor, you’d be doing yourself a disservice if you didn’t give Julie an opportunity to connect with you. From the very start, you will see Julie’s high level of organization, planning, and flexibility whi... - Dan, 7 lessons with Julie
Hi, I'm Josh. I'm a summa-cum-laude graduate of the University of Pennsylvania with a degree in Political Science and Russian Politics. While at Penn, I was trained as a writing tutor specializing in Metacognitive Reflective Writing (MCW)....
Hi, I'm Josh. I'm a summa-cum-laude graduate of the University of Pennsylvania with a degree in Political Science and Russian Politics. While at Penn, I was trained as a writing tutor specializing in Metacognitive Reflective Writing (MCW)....
For the past seven years, I have helped students and professionals develop powerful, successful personal statements for college, graduate/law/medical school, and summer program admissions. As a PhD in English, a former professor, and a longtime...
For the past seven years, I have helped students and professionals develop powerful, successful personal statements for college, graduate/law/medical school, and summer program admissions. As a PhD in English, a former professor, and a longtime...
I cannot recommend Gabriel highly enough to anyone looking for a college essay tutor who truly understands storytelling, admissions strategy, and the human side of this process. In just a few days, amidst an impending deadline, he... - Rummana, 7 lessons with Gabriel
Hello! I'm Carolina, and I love helping people develop their reading and writing skills. My true passion is creative writing -- I'm currently a screenwriter with representation in LA -- but I also have extensive experience with academic and...
Hello! I'm Carolina, and I love helping people develop their reading and writing skills. My true passion is creative writing -- I'm currently a screenwriter with representation in LA -- but I also have extensive experience with academic and...
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
Anxious about your SAT, ACT, ASVAB, GRE, ISEE, or SSAT? Struggling with Math, Writing, or English? Need a college admissions essay that helps you stand out? Feeling nervous about an interview or an upcoming speech or presentation? I...
Anxious about your SAT, ACT, ASVAB, GRE, ISEE, or SSAT? Struggling with Math, Writing, or English? Need a college admissions essay that helps you stand out? Feeling nervous about an interview or an upcoming speech or presentation? I...
Hanees took my son's math scores from 21 and 25 to an impressive 91 and 100! He is incredibly knowledgeable in the subject matter and, more importantly in my opinion, knows how to connect with his students to help them truly under... - Orly, 26 lessons with Hanees
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...
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...
Thank you, Jeremy, for working with my daughter on her college essay. You are / were excellent - empathic, listen-first, a domain expert and helpful coach! We are excited for our second session with you! - Dan, 3 lessons with Jeremy
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...
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...
A professional writing mentor, I've worked chiefly with university applicants since 2013; full time since 2018. Essay Mentor for Fulbright Commission, 2015-2020, helping extremely promising students apply to top-tier universities. Have taught...
A professional writing mentor, I've worked chiefly with university applicants since 2013; full time since 2018. Essay Mentor for Fulbright Commission, 2015-2020, helping extremely promising students apply to top-tier universities. Have taught...
Jonathan helped our daughter prepare essays for almost 20 schools. He worked with her weekly over several months to generate strategies for how to approach each application (e.g., which supplemental essays to choose if there is a... - Nahid , 92 lessons with Jonathan
...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...
...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...
Kristine has been an incredible help to me with my writing. She is incredibly knowledgeable about APA guidelines, a very patient teacher, and very detailed in her work. She responds quickly to requests, and is timely in return of ... - Charlie, 25 lessons with Kristine
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