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Jennifer C. Evanston, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jennifer C.
125/hour

Evanston, IL

Harvard grad admitted to 7/8 Ivy League schools

...applicants as well as graduate and professional school applicants, I am uniquely qualified to advise students on their college applications including which schools to apply to based on their gpa, extracurriculars (sports, music, art, drama), region/s of...

4.6 (30)
125/hour
226 hours tutoring

...applicants as well as graduate and professional school applicants, I am uniquely qualified to advise students on their college applications including which schools to apply to based on their gpa, extracurriculars (sports, music, art, drama), region/s of...

Nicole D. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Nicole D.
45/hour

Chicago, IL

College Counseling and Academic Planning Adivsor

I hold a B.S. and M.S. and have personal experience navigating higher education, from the college application process to selecting coursework and choosing academic paths. I use this experience to help students identify colleges that align...

5.0 (3)
45/hour
8 hours tutoring
Response time: 35 minutes

I hold a B.S. and M.S. and have personal experience navigating higher education, from the college application process to selecting coursework and choosing academic paths. I use this experience to help students identify colleges that align...

Eric R. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Eric R.
45/hour

Chicago, IL

Med Student and Writing Tutor Dedicated to Helping Students Excel

I’m a medical student at Rush University Medical College with a strong background in both science and education. Before medical school, I earned my Master’s in Medical Sciences from Loyola University Chicago and my Bachelor’s degree from The...

5.0 (1)
45/hour
10 hours tutoring

I’m a medical student at Rush University Medical College with a strong background in both science and education. Before medical school, I earned my Master’s in Medical Sciences from Loyola University Chicago and my Bachelor’s degree from The...

Jason M. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jason M.
55/hour

Chicago, IL

Incredibly Expert Tutor with 20 Years of Experience

...relearn complicated math to apply to graduate programs. Furthermore, I regularly help clients of all ages with college application essays, usually sixty per year. My clients have won acceptance to nearly every major university in the US and several...

4.9 (632)
55/hour
2,567 hours tutoring

...relearn complicated math to apply to graduate programs. Furthermore, I regularly help clients of all ages with college application essays, usually sixty per year. My clients have won acceptance to nearly every major university in the US and several...

Ashwinee M. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Ashwinee M.
150/hour

Chicago, IL

High School Science and English Teacher w/ 4 years of experience

Our duties as college counselors included helping students develop successful study skills, edit and proofread their college applications, and help students navigate the college application process. This experience gave me tremendous...

4.7 (26)
150/hour
84 hours tutoring

Our duties as college counselors included helping students develop successful study skills, edit and proofread their college applications, and help students navigate the college application process. This experience gave me tremendous...

Jeff L. Evanston, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jeff L.
150/hour

Evanston, IL

College Application Essay Tutor / Op-Ed Essay writer and tutor

I have been a college application essay tutor for years, helping students create dynamic essays for their best chance for acceptance. I have written Op-Ed pieces for Chicago Tribune and Chicago Public Radio as well as my writing work for...

5.0 (54)
150/hour
250 hours tutoring
Response time: 36 minutes

I have been a college application essay tutor for years, helping students create dynamic essays for their best chance for acceptance. I have written Op-Ed pieces for Chicago Tribune and Chicago Public Radio as well as my writing work for...

Natalia A. Saint Louis, MO, available for online & in-person tutoring
Natalia A.
40/hour

Saint Louis, MO

Ivy League Grad and Medical Student

I was accepted into 8 out of the 10 medical schools I interviewed at, and I scored in the 94th percentile in the MCAT. I have helped 100+ students edit and work on their medical and college applications/personal statements to gain...

5.0 (108)
40/hour
219 hours tutoring

I was accepted into 8 out of the 10 medical schools I interviewed at, and I scored in the 94th percentile in the MCAT. I have helped 100+ students edit and work on their medical and college applications/personal statements to gain...

Alexis C. Champaign, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Alexis C.
80/hour

Champaign, IL

Certified Teacher - AP Lang and Literature

...analysis essay writing, argumentative essay writing, rhetorical analysis essay writing, synthesis essay writing, and college application essay writing. My knowledge and expertise span across on-track English, honors English, and AP English. I currently...

5.0 (6)
80/hour
44 hours tutoring
Response time: 55 minutes

...analysis essay writing, argumentative essay writing, rhetorical analysis essay writing, synthesis essay writing, and college application essay writing. My knowledge and expertise span across on-track English, honors English, and AP English. I currently...

Emily S. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Emily S.
60/hour

Chicago, IL

Master of Education Candidate Specializing in English Language

I am an experienced writer and editor who has tutored over 10 students with College Application Essays.

4.9 (18)
60/hour
51 hours tutoring

I am an experienced writer and editor who has tutored over 10 students with College Application Essays.

Joanna R. Blue Island, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Joanna R.
40/hour

Blue Island, IL

Experienced Science and Math Tutor | Bioengineering Degree | Bilingual

I’m a bioengineering graduate with a strong academic foundation in science and math, and a long-standing enthusiasm for helping others learn. I minored in chemistry and took multiple advanced math courses as part of my degree. I’ve worked in...

5.0 (1)
40/hour
8 hours tutoring

I’m a bioengineering graduate with a strong academic foundation in science and math, and a long-standing enthusiasm for helping others learn. I minored in chemistry and took multiple advanced math courses as part of my degree. I’ve worked in...

Chhavi P. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Chhavi P.
55/hour

Chicago, IL

Study with me!Top-rated SAT/ACT, Writing, History, and Test Prep Tutor

I have completed my Bachelors and Masters Degrees, and am in college for my teaching credits. I have helped several High School students with their college application essays, and guided them with regard to choosing their streams of study,...

4.9 (159)
55/hour
471 hours tutoring

I have completed my Bachelors and Masters Degrees, and am in college for my teaching credits. I have helped several High School students with their college application essays, and guided them with regard to choosing their streams of study,...

Wendi N. Saint Louis, MO, available for online & in-person tutoring
Wendi N.
50/hour

Saint Louis, MO

Biological Sciences, Essays, Applications, Writing Skills

I have a BS in Biochemistry from Cornell University (with honors and distinction) and a PhD in Biochemistry from The Rockefeller University, although my training also encompasses neuroscience, genetics, and molecular biology. I'm enthusiastic...

5.0 (79)
50/hour
170 hours tutoring

I have a BS in Biochemistry from Cornell University (with honors and distinction) and a PhD in Biochemistry from The Rockefeller University, although my training also encompasses neuroscience, genetics, and molecular biology. I'm enthusiastic...

Kayla M. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Kayla M.
100/hour

Chicago, IL

Math and Science Tutor (Including SAT and ACT)

...successful. I have extensive experience writing and revising personal statement for college applications, and have helped mentor students through the college application process and have helped them gain acceptance to highly prestigious universities....

5.0 (220)
100/hour
469 hours tutoring
Response time: 12 minutes

...successful. I have extensive experience writing and revising personal statement for college applications, and have helped mentor students through the college application process and have helped them gain acceptance to highly prestigious universities....

Brian O. Iowa City, IA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Brian O.
80/hour

Iowa City, IA

Experienced 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 (36)
80/hour
120 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.

Aneesha P. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Aneesha P.
140/hour

Chicago, IL

Northwestern University Graduate

I have experience writing personal statement essays, college specific essays, and resumes for college applications. I was accepted into Northwestern University and had written applications for a multitude of other colleges. I have worked...

5.0 (7)
140/hour
19 hours tutoring

I have experience writing personal statement essays, college specific essays, and resumes for college applications. I was accepted into Northwestern University and had written applications for a multitude of other colleges. I have worked...

Kathryn P. Saint Louis, MO, available for online & in-person tutoring
Kathryn P.
160/hour

Saint Louis, MO

English PhD: Award-Winning Instructor of Reading and Writing

...support. I particularly love working with high school seniors embarking on the exciting (yet challenging) task of college applications. I have extensive experience working with neurodiverse students, including children and teens with ADHD, autism...

5.0 (407)
160/hour
1,539 hours tutoring

...support. I particularly love working with high school seniors embarking on the exciting (yet challenging) task of college applications. I have extensive experience working with neurodiverse students, including children and teens with ADHD, autism...

Derek D. Saint John, IN, available for online & in-person tutoring
Derek D.
79/hour

Saint John, IN

A Modern Educator Who Keeps Things Simple and Engaging

...School. I taught 111 students, 30 or so at a time, mathematics in a classroom setting. • Assisted with countless college applications, including scholarship attainment. • Performed SAT and ACT diagnostics for all new prep students. ...

5.0 (27)
79/hour
80 hours tutoring

...School. I taught 111 students, 30 or so at a time, mathematics in a classroom setting. • Assisted with countless college applications, including scholarship attainment. • Performed SAT and ACT diagnostics for all new prep students. ...

Mark S. Oak Park, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Mark S.
79/hour

Oak Park, IL

Physician, Admissions Specialist, and Science teacher

College and high school students, I can help you to: Understand your science courses, Craft an academic scholarship application; and Write a college application.

5.0 (4)
79/hour
15 hours tutoring

College and high school students, I can help you to: Understand your science courses, Craft an academic scholarship application; and Write a college application.

Hason K. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Hason K.
65/hour

Chicago, IL

Experienced Advisor

I have helped numerous peers and colleagues apply and get into professional health programs- from MPH programs to medical school to nursing school. I have helped clients prepare for community college applications, provided pre-med...

5.0 (45)
65/hour
78 hours tutoring

I have helped numerous peers and colleagues apply and get into professional health programs- from MPH programs to medical school to nursing school. I have helped clients prepare for community college applications, provided pre-med...

Theodore Arthur S. Rockford, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Theodore Arthur S.
200/hour

Rockford, IL

Theoretical physicist for college application consulting

I have been awarded full PhD scholarships and fellowships in research and teaching( each worth over $500,000 in current value) in theoretical physics to MIT, Johns Hopkins and Brown University. I have been accepted at Caltech for undergraduate...

4.9 (498)
200/hour
2,112 hours tutoring
Response time: 35 minutes

I have been awarded full PhD scholarships and fellowships in research and teaching( each worth over $500,000 in current value) in theoretical physics to MIT, Johns Hopkins and Brown University. I have been accepted at Caltech for undergraduate...

Katherine R. Niles, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Katherine R.
55/hour

Niles, IL

Ivy League Student for College Application Tutoring and Essay Editing

I have worked as an Advising Fellow with Matriculate for the past three years, guiding high school students through every stage of the college application process. In that time, I’ve accumulated over 100 hours of one-on-one advising,...

5.0 (1)
55/hour
17 hours tutoring

I have worked as an Advising Fellow with Matriculate for the past three years, guiding high school students through every stage of the college application process. In that time, I’ve accumulated over 100 hours of one-on-one advising,...

Xiao D. Evanston, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Xiao D.
135/hour

Evanston, IL

From Math to Code: Learn Cryptography & Algorithms with a PhD Mentor

Projects emphasize curiosity, originality, and scientific thinking — often leading to publishable work that strengthens college and scholarship applications. —— Optional 8-Lesson Extension (Advanced Topics) ——...

4.8 (26)
135/hour
106 hours tutoring

Projects emphasize curiosity, originality, and scientific thinking — often leading to publishable work that strengthens college and scholarship applications. —— Optional 8-Lesson Extension (Advanced Topics) ——...

Jessica B. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jessica B.
55/hour

Chicago, IL

former high school teacher, current college advisor @ a non-profit

I have extensive experience working in college admissions and residence life at two private institutions. I am equipped to provide advising on the entire college application process, from researching programs and preparing materials to...

5.0 (713)
55/hour
1,311 hours tutoring

I have extensive experience working in college admissions and residence life at two private institutions. I am equipped to provide advising on the entire college application process, from researching programs and preparing materials to...

Susan Z. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Susan Z.
65/hour

Chicago, IL

UC PhD Candidate— Religion (Buddhism & Culture); Expert Writing Tutor

I'm Susan! I've been teaching and tutoring high school, college, and grad students to improve their writing for 15+ years. I have the experience and enthusiasm to help make writing papers less daunting, and to clarify class readings and key...

4.9 (82)
65/hour
219 hours tutoring
Response time: 5 minutes

I'm Susan! I've been teaching and tutoring high school, college, and grad students to improve their writing for 15+ years. I have the experience and enthusiasm to help make writing papers less daunting, and to clarify class readings and key...

Erin H. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Erin H.
100/hour

Chicago, IL

K-12 Credentialed teacher. College Apps, Essay Writing, and French.

I currently teach an SAT/AP prep course to 30 high school seniors at the high school where I work. I also teach a college prep course to 9th graders which includes a college application and financial aid piece. At my previous school, I...

5.0 (25)
100/hour
114 hours tutoring

I currently teach an SAT/AP prep course to 30 high school seniors at the high school where I work. I also teach a college prep course to 9th graders which includes a college application and financial aid piece. At my previous school, I...

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Raiyan H.

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His patient and encouraging approach has created an ideal learning environment where I feel comfortable asking questions and tackling challenging areas. Under his guidance, I've seen significant improvement in both my understanding of the college application process and my academic performance. Dean not only helps with exam prep and academic subjects, but also imparts valuable strategies towards applying to colleges.
Naemi M.

16 lessons

Mary Ann has been very attentive and uses her extra time for giving us information about financial side of the college application process we had not known that much besides the guidance for the college application itself. My son is very happy with her and she has been keeping him on track in order to make deadlines for early actions too. I can count on her in every aspect of college application process.
Alma M.

12 lessons

She is an amazing tutor and has helped me with the college application process. With her extensive background in writing for very prestigious fellowships, she has been a great help during the college application process.
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