The Best college essay Tutors in Durham, NC

Durham, NC

Duke Law Student for LSAT Prep and Admissions Essays

I have tutored students from kindergarten through twelfth grade since I was in high school, and am currently a tutor for law school application essays and general law school admissions consulting, as well as college application essays. I can also assist with LSAT prep — I raised my LSAT score from 165 to... See Elizabeth's full profile

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Experienced Writing Coach | Focus on Essays and Projects

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 students of all ages, guiding them through brainstorming, drafting, and... See Rachel's full profile

Durham, NC

Award-winning writer helping students get accepted into top colleges

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 entire college essay process, from brainstorming all the way to final... See Marcella's full profile

Durham, NC

Interdisciplinary Ivy League Tutor with College Essay Experience

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 Poetry, and distinction in both majors. Academics isn’t meant to be... See Jordan's full profile

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High School Tutor & College Prep Mentor

Having recently navigated through the college application journey myself, I understand the intricacies involved in crafting a compelling profile that sets you apart. Whether it's mastering SAT preparation or refining your college essays, I possess the expertise to guide you through every step of the process.... See Shreeya's full profile

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Student at Cornell with 2 Years of Counseling Experience

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 story, and offer changes to ones whose subject of the essay could be... See Atticus's full profile

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College Prof for AP Lang & Lit, Common App, and Academic Essays

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 statements. In addition, I enjoy helping students discover their creative... See Michael's full profile

Durham, NC

MBA + MA in Law | Expert in Academic & Professional Essay Writing

I specialize in academic writing, legal analysis, business reports, and personal statements. 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... See Tomeka's full profile

Near Durham, NC

Award-winning College Admissions, AP/SAT/ACT Prep, and Writing Coach

I spent 16 years in the classroom as an English and Journalism instructor before earning my College Admissions Professional Certification from UC and starting my own business as a full-time college admissions educational consultant and writing competition coach. I've guided hundreds of students through the college... See Alisa's full profile

Near Durham, NC

Native English Speaker with Professional Writing Experience

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%. See Ethan's full profile

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Former teacher and occasional interviewer for prestigious scholarships

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 alumna and interview students applying for scholarships, so am familiar with the... See Beth's full profile

Durham, NC

Need to prep for a job interview? Contact me. I can help.

I have been working with my ESL student editing research papers, helping him study for the SAT writing portion and now assisting with college application essays. See Nicole's full profile

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Effective English, Test Prep, and Public Speaking Tutor

Hi! My name is Aanya, and I am currently a Political Science and Public Policy student at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. I am passionate about fostering a love for learning in my students. I specialize in ACT and SAT preparation, AP Literature and Language courses, Speech and Debate/Public Speaking, and... See Aanya's full profile

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College Essay + Personal Statement Expert

I can help you craft an application that will stand out in highly competitive academic admissions processes. I specialize in the following areas: - college essays (including Common App essays & supplements), - transfer essays, - scholarship/fellowship essays and applications (both undergraduate... See Maggie's full profile

Leading mentor for outstanding college application essays

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... See Jonathan's full profile

AP Seminar, AP Research, & AP Lang / High School & College Essays

I also have several years of experience in proofreading and guiding students through revision in dual credit & AP English essays, college admission essays, and scholarship essays. I look forward to working with you to meet... See Zach's full profile

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... See Amy's full profile

College Essay Tutor, Georgetown University Humanities grad

I have provided college essay tutoring using a variety of methods, including those of Ethan Sawyer, Rachel Toor, and Sheila Bender. At The Browning School, an elite college-preparatory school in Manhattan, I had extensive training through... See Brogan's full profile

Harvard Grad Specializing in College Essays, Writing, and Resumes

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... See Carolina's full profile

Certified College Counselor -- College Apps and Essay Writing

As a Certified College Counselor, HECA/NACAC member, and creative writer, I take pride in helping students (and their families) navigate the challenging college admissions process. From creating custom college application lists to crafting... See Jesse's full profile

Former UNC Professor Helping Students Craft Standout College Essays

...Forest University’s Fulbright Campus Committee. In addition to tutoring on Wyzant, I work as an Essay Specialist with College Essay Guy. Whether you're applying to college, medical school, law school, or graduate school, I bring expert guidance,... See Erica's full profile

College/Application Essays -Top Editor

Colleges accept you based on your potential. I help both students and their parents understand how to frame the essay application and supplemental questions. Additionally, I help students and parents with the entire search process:, essays,... See Robert's full profile

Effective Writing/Editing Tutor; College Essay Tutor & Counselor

My role is to guide students and support them through the writing process, and to help them craft strong, compelling narratives that hew closely to their own voice. For college applications, essays usually include the personal... See Helene's full profile

Author, NYU MFA in Fiction, NYU MBA, College Application Essays Expert

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... See Eitan's full profile

High-level College Application Essay Consultant

I’ve worked with students from across the US and worldwide to gain undergrad, graduate, and transfer admission to their dream schools, including the top schools in the US. These results come from my 13 years in selective college admissions and... See Marianne's full profile