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James W. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
James W.
160/hour

New York City, NY

TEST PREP & ESSAY SPECIALIST with a PhD

Having completed my PhD, I have succeeded at every level of academic achievement; with almost 20 years of teaching experience, I can help your child do the same. My focus is on helping your student ace his or her life changing tests! It's great to watch students succeed beyond their wildest dreams, and it's also...

5.0 (1383)
160/hour
6,034 hours tutoring

Having completed my PhD, I have succeeded at every level of academic achievement; with almost 20 years of teaching experience, I can help your child do the same. My focus is on helping your student ace his or her life changing tests! It's great to watch students succeed beyond their wildest dreams, and it's also...

Madison M. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Madison M.
40/hour

New York City, NY

Math, Science, Economics & IB Tutor | Columbia Grad Student

I have three years of tutoring experience through the RISE program Berkeley High School, which supports students from low-income and marginalized communities. I assisted with homework, essay writing, and college applications, working one-on-one with students. I worked with all grade levels in subjects including...

5.0 (11)
40/hour
92 hours tutoring
Response time: 27 minutes

I have three years of tutoring experience through the RISE program Berkeley High School, which supports students from low-income and marginalized communities. I assisted with homework, essay writing, and college applications, working one-on-one with students. I worked with all grade levels in subjects including...

Eitan G. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Eitan G.
499/hour

New York City, NY

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 can help ANY student through the college essay construction process.

5.0 (328)
499/hour
1,605 hours tutoring

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 can help ANY student through the college essay construction process.

Olya T. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Olya T.
350/hour

New York City, NY

Accomplished Essay-Writing and Digital SAT Verbal Tutor

I have a high level of skill and experience in the craft of writing, and I love the English language. I have worked as a columnist, and I taught essay-writing and literature at UNC. I have taught upper-level writing classes and workshops at other universities. I am also a judge of a literary contest I can help you...

5.0 (1364)
350/hour
2,541 hours tutoring

I have a high level of skill and experience in the craft of writing, and I love the English language. I have worked as a columnist, and I taught essay-writing and literature at UNC. I have taught upper-level writing classes and workshops at other universities. I am also a judge of a literary contest I can help you...

Craig L. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Craig L.
120/hour

New York City, NY

Elite SAT/ACT & Essay Coach | 800/36 | ADHD-Friendly | JD

I’m Craig, an elite standardized-test tutor and college admissions essay strategist. I work with ambitious students who want to reach the highest levels of academic performance — including many who learn differently because of ADHD, dyslexia, or other forms of neurodiversity. My approach goes beyond traditional...

5.0 (16)
120/hour
67 hours tutoring

I’m Craig, an elite standardized-test tutor and college admissions essay strategist. I work with ambitious students who want to reach the highest levels of academic performance — including many who learn differently because of ADHD, dyslexia, or other forms of neurodiversity. My approach goes beyond traditional...

Daniel S. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Daniel S.
195/hour

New York City, NY

Personal Statement College Essay Specialist, Northwestern University

I am a former admissions rep at Northwestern University, now working with students to craft compelling college application personal statements. The key to a strong personal statement is developing a strong "Application Brand" that highlights a student's unique traits and interests, in turn allowing...

5.0 (61)
195/hour
83 hours tutoring

I am a former admissions rep at Northwestern University, now working with students to craft compelling college application personal statements. The key to a strong personal statement is developing a strong "Application Brand" that highlights a student's unique traits and interests, in turn allowing...

LAURA B. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
LAURA B.
125/hour

New York City, NY

Personal Statement Discovery Specialist

Supporting all efforts of personal statements from job applications to college discover and applications to memoirs, Laura is a member of the National Resume Writers' Assocation as well a variety of professional organizations where the focus in developing personal portfolios or biographies for...

5.0 (320)
125/hour
1,035 hours tutoring
Response time: 39 minutes

Supporting all efforts of personal statements from job applications to college discover and applications to memoirs, Laura is a member of the National Resume Writers' Assocation as well a variety of professional organizations where the focus in developing personal portfolios or biographies for...

Ali K. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Ali K.
399/hour

New York City, NY

Fulbright | MD: Undergrad/Grad/Med School Application Insider!

I have previously worked with for the University of California system in a Gifted and Talented program to help students bolster their college application so I have inside knowledge on what admissions committee are looking for. I have spent the last 7 years providing students and parents with guidance while...

5.0 (172)
399/hour
882 hours tutoring

I have previously worked with for the University of California system in a Gifted and Talented program to help students bolster their college application so I have inside knowledge on what admissions committee are looking for. I have spent the last 7 years providing students and parents with guidance while...

Ivan E. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Ivan E.
100/hour

New York City, NY

Experienced art and art history tutor

With middle and high school students my emphasis is the development of a solid portfolio that can showcase their capabilities for possible entry into university programs. I have successfully tutored students through their college applications to many programs of their choice. I am a practicing artist in New...

5.0 (8)
100/hour
9 hours tutoring

With middle and high school students my emphasis is the development of a solid portfolio that can showcase their capabilities for possible entry into university programs. I have successfully tutored students through their college applications to many programs of their choice. I am a practicing artist in New...

Arnold F. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Arnold F.
65/hour

New York City, NY

20 Yrs. Teaching History. Be prepared for the Regents or AP Exam!

As the Dean of Students at the Lenox School, a senior adviser at the Park East day Schools and Head of the Calhoun Middle School, I often advised students regarding their college applications and the essays that they needed to write. In addition I have a great deal of experience as a teacher of writing and...

4.8 (150)
65/hour
606 hours tutoring

As the Dean of Students at the Lenox School, a senior adviser at the Park East day Schools and Head of the Calhoun Middle School, I often advised students regarding their college applications and the essays that they needed to write. In addition I have a great deal of experience as a teacher of writing and...

Cayley H. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Cayley H.
125/hour

New York City, NY

Tutor specializing in writing, study skills, and career prep

I also customize sessions to individual students, as no two students learn the same way! I have worked one-on-one with students to improve math, writing, and study skills and to craft college applications. I have also coached extensively on resume and interview prep. MY APPROACH Having tutored in multiple...

5.0 (41)
125/hour
177 hours tutoring

I also customize sessions to individual students, as no two students learn the same way! I have worked one-on-one with students to improve math, writing, and study skills and to craft college applications. I have also coached extensively on resume and interview prep. MY APPROACH Having tutored in multiple...

Samuel Y. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Samuel Y.
300/hour

New York City, NY

Patient and Effective Tutor w/ Masters in Math, 10+ Years Experience

Qualifications and Subjects Tutored: M.S. in Pure Mathematics 1600/1600 SAT 340/340 GRE Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Pre-Calc, Statistics, Calculus, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Coding, Physics, SAT, GRE, Writing, Econ, College Applications

5.0 (1)
300/hour
9 hours tutoring

Qualifications and Subjects Tutored: M.S. in Pure Mathematics 1600/1600 SAT 340/340 GRE Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Pre-Calc, Statistics, Calculus, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Coding, Physics, SAT, GRE, Writing, Econ, College Applications

Grace M. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Grace M.
145/hour

New York City, NY

Brown University Graduate | Academic & College Essay Writing Coach

My approach focuses on outlining, evidence-based reasoning, and efficient revision so students learn how to write independently and confidently. I also support students with brainstorming, organization, and polishing final drafts for both coursework and college applications.

5.0 (4)
145/hour
8 hours tutoring

My approach focuses on outlining, evidence-based reasoning, and efficient revision so students learn how to write independently and confidently. I also support students with brainstorming, organization, and polishing final drafts for both coursework and college applications.

Caroline C. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Caroline C.
40/hour

New York City, NY

Essay & Script Wordsmith & Video Editor

., I have three years of writing workshop experience, proofreading and offering constructive criticism for short stories, academic papers, and personal statements on college applications. I also have been a 3-time participant at the Boldface Writing Conference. When it comes to general tutoring, my method is to...

5.0 (210)
40/hour
628 hours tutoring

., I have three years of writing workshop experience, proofreading and offering constructive criticism for short stories, academic papers, and personal statements on college applications. I also have been a 3-time participant at the Boldface Writing Conference. When it comes to general tutoring, my method is to...

Mia W. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Mia W.
75/hour

New York City, NY

Ivy League Premed Neuroscience Major tutoring Science and Music!

I am also passionate about helping students find research, clinical, or volunteering opportunities to explore medicine and become a more competitive college/medical school applicant! As a trained Peer Advisor at Brown for incoming freshmen, I specialize in connecting students to opportunities tailored...

75/hour
8 hours tutoring

I am also passionate about helping students find research, clinical, or volunteering opportunities to explore medicine and become a more competitive college/medical school applicant! As a trained Peer Advisor at Brown for incoming freshmen, I specialize in connecting students to opportunities tailored...

Alex S. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Alex S.
250/hour

New York City, NY

Harvard Grad With 20+ Years Experience: SAT/ACT/Math/Physics/Writing

*Currently accepting new students* Hello and welcome! In my 20+ years as a tutor I've worked with countless students on test prep, academic support, writing, and college application coaching. My students range in age from 10 to 60 and come from diverse backgrounds. And thanks to modern technology, I can...

5.0 (88)
250/hour
318 hours tutoring

*Currently accepting new students* Hello and welcome! In my 20+ years as a tutor I've worked with countless students on test prep, academic support, writing, and college application coaching. My students range in age from 10 to 60 and come from diverse backgrounds. And thanks to modern technology, I can...

Danica J. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Danica J.
58/hour

New York City, NY

NYU Grad for Writing & Admissions Essays

I work with students of all ages on crafting thesis statements, paragraph construction, plowing through writer's block, boarding school application essays, and college application essays (I have most recently worked with students on their NYU, Harvard, UC, Northwestern, and BU applications). Together, we can...

5.0 (244)
58/hour
932 hours tutoring

I work with students of all ages on crafting thesis statements, paragraph construction, plowing through writer's block, boarding school application essays, and college application essays (I have most recently worked with students on their NYU, Harvard, UC, Northwestern, and BU applications). Together, we can...

Raj R. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Raj R.
150/hour

New York City, NY

Former college professor and high school teacher

...simply working from a provided textbook. Being able to convey this sort of self-guided independent thinking would significantly enhance many students' college applications....

5.0 (7)
150/hour
20 hours tutoring

...simply working from a provided textbook. Being able to convey this sort of self-guided independent thinking would significantly enhance many students' college applications....

Nick L. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Nick L.
80/hour

New York City, NY

Ivy Creative Writing Tutor | Award-winning Poet & Published Author

I help students develop their voice, structure compelling narratives, and revise with intention. I’ve also supported students preparing writing portfolios for college applications and literary competitions.

5.0 (8)
80/hour
70 hours tutoring
Response time: 32 minutes

I help students develop their voice, structure compelling narratives, and revise with intention. I’ve also supported students preparing writing portfolios for college applications and literary competitions.

Emma G. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Emma G.
100/hour

New York City, NY

Experienced College Admission Professional

From this experience, I've become an expert in the college application process, and understand what goes into the best college essays. Through group presentations and individual meetings, I've become familiar with the excitement and concerns of both high school students and their families during the...

5.0 (23)
100/hour
51 hours tutoring

From this experience, I've become an expert in the college application process, and understand what goes into the best college essays. Through group presentations and individual meetings, I've become familiar with the excitement and concerns of both high school students and their families during the...

Benjamin P. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Benjamin P.
100/hour

New York City, NY

Harvard Grad for College Counseling

Over the past five years, I've consulted students on all things regarding college applications, and my students have gone on to get into many selective colleges including Harvard, Stanford, and Columbia. Whether it's deciding what programs to apply for, brainstorming and then refining the perfect...

5.0 (5)
100/hour
72 hours tutoring

Over the past five years, I've consulted students on all things regarding college applications, and my students have gone on to get into many selective colleges including Harvard, Stanford, and Columbia. Whether it's deciding what programs to apply for, brainstorming and then refining the perfect...

Emma D. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Emma D.
200/hour

New York City, NY

Published Writer for Test Prep and English Literature Tutoring

I am a college prepatory tutor with experience helping students to brainstorm and draft their college essays. My fiction has been published in print and online, and I have years of experience proofreading and editing college essays, high school essays, and college applications. I look forward to helping with your...

4.9 (34)
200/hour
194 hours tutoring

I am a college prepatory tutor with experience helping students to brainstorm and draft their college essays. My fiction has been published in print and online, and I have years of experience proofreading and editing college essays, high school essays, and college applications. I look forward to helping with your...

Tiana E. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Tiana E.
50/hour

New York City, NY

NYU Graduate with Experience in College Applications & Readiness

As a first-generation college student, I independently navigated the entire college application process and went on to graduate from New York University with a B.S. in Applied Psychology. I have experience mentoring first-year and transfer students through NYU's Peer Mentor Program and have supported middle...

5.0 (2)
50/hour
13 hours tutoring

As a first-generation college student, I independently navigated the entire college application process and went on to graduate from New York University with a B.S. in Applied Psychology. I have experience mentoring first-year and transfer students through NYU's Peer Mentor Program and have supported middle...

Judith W. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Judith W.
200/hour

New York City, NY

English Adventures in Reading, Writing and ESOL

I have taught ESOL to adult students for over five years in a school situation and as a private tutor. I have worked as a college admissions person for two years and have guided a number of students, including three of my own, and parents through the college application process for successful placements in good...

4.6 (11)
200/hour
38 hours tutoring

I have taught ESOL to adult students for over five years in a school situation and as a private tutor. I have worked as a college admissions person for two years and have guided a number of students, including three of my own, and parents through the college application process for successful placements in good...

Matthew S. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Matthew S.
120/hour

New York City, NY

Licensed Attorney, Experienced Tutor for Bar Exam & Law School

*** Received Top 10% Tutor Award for 2023 *** Matthew remains a pillar within the bar prep community for exam strategies and preparation services. This esteemed Syracuse tutor has worked directly with bar exam companies both as an essay grader and private tutor. Additionally, Matthew has drafted hundreds of MBE...

5.0 (606)
120/hour
1,931 hours tutoring
Response time: 13 minutes

*** Received Top 10% Tutor Award for 2023 *** Matthew remains a pillar within the bar prep community for exam strategies and preparation services. This esteemed Syracuse tutor has worked directly with bar exam companies both as an essay grader and private tutor. Additionally, Matthew has drafted hundreds of MBE...

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Daniel W.

17 lessons

He is highly knowledgeable about the college application process and provided valuable advice on what to include and what to avoid, helping my son’s essays stand out. Throughout the process, he was patient, responsive, and easy to work with. With his full guidance, my son was admitted early to his dream school, John Hopkins university. We are sincerely grateful for Jessie’s support and we highly recommend him!
Raiyan H.

1 lesson

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.
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