The Best college essay Tutors in New York City, NY

I've had two essays published in the NYU Expository Writing department's yearly publication 'Mercer Street' and I'm quite comfortable helping to craft that perfect college essay, navigating the thornier aspects of grammar, or simply giving a student's writing the extra push needed to...See Nick's full profile

I was accepted to 8 of top 25 schools and I am currently attending Princeton University (ranked #1 in the US). Outside of my own application experience, I have years of experience tutoring standardized tests (SAT and ACT), assisting with college essays and application plans, and advising high school students. I...See Daniel's full profile

...and leadership, and (6) social contribution. When I work with students, I show them how to integrate each of these components into an essay. Now, a great college essay, in turn, does seven things: First, it demonstrates the characteristics I just mentioned by "showing rather than telling". Second, it does this by telling...See Michael's full profile

I graduated from Brown University with a degree in Health and Human Biology and the University of Cambridge (MPhil in Public Policy, Churchill Scholar). I am currently a graduate student at Yale (MPH, Horstmann Scholar). Along the way, I’ve earned nationally competitive scholarships and fellowships, published widely in...See Madison's full profile

I'm a professional, published writer. I authored a book with a mainstream press, and I've written dozens of articles for places like The New York Times, Washington Post, and WSJ. I've been helping students with their essays for decades.See Alex's full profile

As a college essay editor, I strive to elevate my students’ writing with a dynamic, individualized approach to editing. I'm best equipped to facilitate flow, alter pace, refine prose, polish intros and conclusions, and incorporate creative metaphors/hooks to form a compelling narrative with a unique...See Serena's full profile

I have helped numerous high-achieving students with the application process to selective colleges and grad schools. I have helped my students choose colleges, boost their scores to meet their target, and to craft and fine-tune successful college essays/personal statements and applications. I am very...See Olya's full profile

The personal statement is my specialty. I coach students to write highly engaging and deeply personal application essays for college and medical school. The story is in you. As an experienced journalist and filmmaker, I know how to draw it out and help you tell it in an unforgettable way. See Alan's full profile

Hi, my name is Chinenye! I am a healthcare professional with a Master of Public Health degree from Columbia University and a Bachelor of Science degree in Global and Public Health Sciences from Cornell University. I have a deep passion for higher education and helping other students navigate the undergraduate and...See Chinenye's full profile

I have been counseling students on their college applications, essays, and overall search for 4 years with a focus on the student's needs and their intended career plans. I focus on the development and writing of the student's personal statement and supplemental essays in order to best reflect...See Jaclyn's full profile

I have 5 years experience with college advising. I began as an SAT Tutor and a tutor for college essays, and then quickly started helping students with the entire application process. I worked as an advisor at a private company in NJ for two years, prior to branching out on my own. I have experience helping...See Katrine's full profile

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...See Emma's full profile

My college admissions tutoring comes primarily from having worked as a part-time admissions reader last winter for Williams College. Since then, I have met with about a dozen students to consult on their college essays and other application materials (on another tutoring platform). I think I have a good sense of...See Noah's full profile

Unsure about your college entrance essay? I help students write winning essays that compel admissions officers to move students from "maybe?" to "accepted!" To briefly explain the process, I start by exploring a student's qualities. Together, we then sort through these qualities...See Ari's full profile

Learn with a certified and experienced (20+ years) teacher of US, Global, European history, Government, Political Science and English. Whether you're having trouble writing a report, passing exams or getting a decent grade I can help. I am particularly experienced preparing you for exams such as the SAT, AP, IB, ACT...See Arnold's full profile

Here are some examples of what I help my students with: General essay writing/editing for any course SAT/ACT/GRE/MCAT reading/writing section preparation College/Graduate application essays and personal statements Academic research papers Technical/Professional...See Ethan's full profile

I am passionate about all I do and I want to help your child succeed whether that be through helping them navigate the tricky college process or providing tips and tricks to get A's in school! I am an executive functioning expert! Whether you need help beating procrastination, writing college supplemental...See Samantha's full profile

Published in The Sun Magazine in 2023 and awarded multiple competitive grants and scholarships, I bring my real-world lessons to each session. I have helped my students through multiple drafts and revisions of college essays, offering targeted feedback that sharpens structure, highlights students' natural...See Olivia's full profile

I specialize in coaching students through the personal statement process for college admissions, scholarship applications, and academic programs. Many of my students have been admitted to top universities such as Harvard, Princeton, MIT. With a background in writing, editing, and admissions preparation, I help students...See Nick's full profile

I’m a Rice University graduate with a double major in Political Science and Finance, and I have extensive experience tutoring students of different ages in writing, college counseling, and academic skills development. I work closely with students to strengthen their writing across subjects, navigate the college...See Liza's full profile

In college, I joined and taught at the Harvard Student Agency tutoring team for 4 years, where I worked 1-on-1 with many college/adult aged clients on a variety of subjects from SAT/ACT prep to college essays/applications and of course, computer science. During spring and winter vacation of my...See Clarence's full profile

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 them to tell a...See Daniel's full profile

I'm Craig, an elite test prep tutor and college admissions/essay writing consultant. I work with some of the highest achieving students in the world, but I also specialize in assisting students with ADHD, dyslexia, and other conditions on the neurodiversity spectrum. I help them advance one, and...See Craig's full profile

I am pursuing a BS in Teaching English and a minor in Creative Writing at NYU. In high school I was Writing Center October 2023 Editor of the Month, and in college I have taken the courses Writing as Inquiry and Advanced College Essay. I read for Flash Fiction Magazine and have 5+ years in different organizations...See Erica's full profile

I have checked hundreds of essays, short stories, poems, short scripts, treatments, and college application personal statements and assignments. My coaching involves impromptu feedback with critique and positive reinforcement. When reviewing college admission essays, I ascertain that the...See Caroline's full profile