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Ariana B. Near Pasadena, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Ariana B.
45/hour

Near Pasadena, CA

Experienced Writing & Film Tutor -- MFA from USC, BA from Columbia

Hi there—I’m a Columbia and USC grad with over a decade of experience in writing and film. I’m here to help students become more confident in their creativity—whether you’re crafting a standout college essay, polishing your script, or tackling a tough writing assignment. I also enjoy helping students...

5.0 (111)
45/hour
521 hours tutoring
Response time: 8 minutes

Hi there—I’m a Columbia and USC grad with over a decade of experience in writing and film. I’m here to help students become more confident in their creativity—whether you’re crafting a standout college essay, polishing your script, or tackling a tough writing assignment. I also enjoy helping students...

Will W. Near Pasadena, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Will W.
420/hour

Near Pasadena, CA

College Consulting & Ivy League Interviewing

Having interviewed applicants for the Ivy League university, Dartmouth College as an alumni volunteer, I know what top schools are looking for. That's how I'll ensure you or your child has an edge over the competition. My specialty is guiding students through the college application essay. I...

5.0 (17)
420/hour
115 hours tutoring
Response time: 6 minutes

Having interviewed applicants for the Ivy League university, Dartmouth College as an alumni volunteer, I know what top schools are looking for. That's how I'll ensure you or your child has an edge over the competition. My specialty is guiding students through the college application essay. I...

Colin D. Near Pasadena, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Colin D.
150/hour

Near Pasadena, CA

Patient, Experienced Multi-Subject Tutor (Harvard Grad & J.D.)

in most high school subjects, with an expertise in and emphasis on Math (Pre-Algebra through Calculus AB), English (AP Literature and Language, British and World Literature, College Application Essays, Writing and Composition, SAT Verbal, SAT Grammar & Essay, ACT Reading & English), History (AP U.S....

5.0 (1311)
150/hour
11,888 hours tutoring

in most high school subjects, with an expertise in and emphasis on Math (Pre-Algebra through Calculus AB), English (AP Literature and Language, British and World Literature, College Application Essays, Writing and Composition, SAT Verbal, SAT Grammar & Essay, ACT Reading & English), History (AP U.S....

Deirdre A. Near Pasadena, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Deirdre A.
75/hour

Near Pasadena, CA

Expert College Essay & Admission Coach

In the past ten years, I have assisted approximately 75 students in applying to college. I have taken them through the process of picking a slate of colleges (composed of reach schools down to safety schools), filling out the Common Application, determining the requirements for each school, choosing recommenders, signing...

5.0 (271)
75/hour
972 hours tutoring

In the past ten years, I have assisted approximately 75 students in applying to college. I have taken them through the process of picking a slate of colleges (composed of reach schools down to safety schools), filling out the Common Application, determining the requirements for each school, choosing recommenders, signing...

Alexandra W. Near Pasadena, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Alexandra W.
75/hour

Near Pasadena, CA

College Application Essay Writing Coach

I have five years experience teaching, tutoring, and designing curriculum at the middle, high school and college levels and have worked with students on their college application essays independently, for private tutoring companies, and for independent schools. My teaching experience includes both classroom...

75/hour
15 hours tutoring

I have five years experience teaching, tutoring, and designing curriculum at the middle, high school and college levels and have worked with students on their college application essays independently, for private tutoring companies, and for independent schools. My teaching experience includes both classroom...

Calina C. Pasadena, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Calina C.
275/hour

Pasadena, CA

Harvard Grad/Duke PhD: Expert Writing Coach, College Essay Consultant

As a writing coach, my aim is to draw out the powerful stories that each of my students has to tell, whether they are working on college admissions essays or on medical, law, and graduate school personal statements. Whatever the context, I am passionate about helping each of my students craft a compelling...

5.0 (30)
275/hour
98 hours tutoring
Response time: 38 minutes

As a writing coach, my aim is to draw out the powerful stories that each of my students has to tell, whether they are working on college admissions essays or on medical, law, and graduate school personal statements. Whatever the context, I am passionate about helping each of my students craft a compelling...

Ryan Y. Near Pasadena, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Ryan Y.
100/hour

Near Pasadena, CA

Harvey Mudd/Cornell grad; multi-subject, empathetic tutor

Hi folks! My name is Ryan. I'm a full-time tutor and former physicist/astronomer with an excellent background in math, science, and English composition. I have 15 years teaching/tutoring experience with high school and college students. My primary subjects are physics, chemistry and math (from Algebra 1 to Calc II and...

5.0 (507)
100/hour
2,061 hours tutoring

Hi folks! My name is Ryan. I'm a full-time tutor and former physicist/astronomer with an excellent background in math, science, and English composition. I have 15 years teaching/tutoring experience with high school and college students. My primary subjects are physics, chemistry and math (from Algebra 1 to Calc II and...

Sebastian K. Near Pasadena, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Sebastian K.
74/hour

Near Pasadena, CA

Yale + MFA grad tutoring college/grad apps, screenwriting, essays, SAT

Hi there! I've been editing and tutoring for 7+ years, ever since I graduated from Yale (cum laude, double majoring in history and film). I then went on to obtain an MFA in screenwriting from USC. Throughout all this time, I have worked as both an independent and contract tutor with various companies, helping students of...

5.0 (89)
74/hour
347 hours tutoring

Hi there! I've been editing and tutoring for 7+ years, ever since I graduated from Yale (cum laude, double majoring in history and film). I then went on to obtain an MFA in screenwriting from USC. Throughout all this time, I have worked as both an independent and contract tutor with various companies, helping students of...

Arianna E. Near Pasadena, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Arianna E.
60/hour

Near Pasadena, CA

College Essayist, acceptances to Ivy Leagues

My own college essay got me into Northwestern, Wesleyan, NYU, University of Michigan, and Barnard. Other college essays I have edited have gotten students into Columbia, UPenn, UCLA, University of Miami, and USC. Arts and culture-obsessed, with the flick of my wrist I know I can unlock endless writing...

5.0 (10)
60/hour
30 hours tutoring

My own college essay got me into Northwestern, Wesleyan, NYU, University of Michigan, and Barnard. Other college essays I have edited have gotten students into Columbia, UPenn, UCLA, University of Miami, and USC. Arts and culture-obsessed, with the flick of my wrist I know I can unlock endless writing...

Sonya E. Near Pasadena, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Sonya E.
105/hour

Near Pasadena, CA

Exceptional Writing, Literature, and ACT/SAT/GRE Tutor

Whether you are tackling a creative or academic assignment, I can help you articulate and develop your ideas into polished, compelling work. Many students who come to me for test prep end up seeking help with college admission essays.

5.0 (609)
105/hour
1,800 hours tutoring

Whether you are tackling a creative or academic assignment, I can help you articulate and develop your ideas into polished, compelling work. Many students who come to me for test prep end up seeking help with college admission essays.

Lisa T. Near Pasadena, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Lisa T.
175/hour

Near Pasadena, CA

Stanford Grad & Alum Interviewer/Top College Essay & Admissions Expert

With business communications and storytelling expertise which has gotten me featured in "The Huffington Post," "Business Rockstars," and other publications, I work with students to build an application strategy and write the college essays that gives them their best chance of success.

5.0 (288)
175/hour
781 hours tutoring
Response time: 9 minutes

With business communications and storytelling expertise which has gotten me featured in "The Huffington Post," "Business Rockstars," and other publications, I work with students to build an application strategy and write the college essays that gives them their best chance of success.

Christine S. Near Pasadena, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Christine S.
75/hour

Near Pasadena, CA

College Essay & Film School Application Tutor

I have years of experience in helping students craft a unique and compelling personal statement for their college application. I also specialize in film school application prep, both undergraduate and graduate programs. I received B.A. degrees in Communication Arts (Radio/TV/Film) and English Literature from UW-Madison...

5.0 (68)
75/hour
310 hours tutoring

I have years of experience in helping students craft a unique and compelling personal statement for their college application. I also specialize in film school application prep, both undergraduate and graduate programs. I received B.A. degrees in Communication Arts (Radio/TV/Film) and English Literature from UW-Madison...

Amalynne B. Near Pasadena, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Amalynne B.
175/hour

Near Pasadena, CA

Persuasive writing/personal statement & interview prep coach

I work with many students and have a firm understanding of the competition. Furthermore, I have recently specialized in assisting students with their pre-med college application essays and interviews. I have been able to help these students synthesize their skills and drives into strong, concise...

5.0 (372)
175/hour
1,866 hours tutoring

I work with many students and have a firm understanding of the competition. Furthermore, I have recently specialized in assisting students with their pre-med college application essays and interviews. I have been able to help these students synthesize their skills and drives into strong, concise...

Omid G. Near Pasadena, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Omid G.
49/hour

Near Pasadena, CA

Professional Screenwriter

My goal is to not only teach how to write a script, but how to make sure you are having fun while you do. I specialize in television and film writing but also have experience teaching students how to write statements of purpose, college entrance essays, short stories, and narrative podcasts. Furthermore,...

5.0 (4)
49/hour
7 hours tutoring

My goal is to not only teach how to write a script, but how to make sure you are having fun while you do. I specialize in television and film writing but also have experience teaching students how to write statements of purpose, college entrance essays, short stories, and narrative podcasts. Furthermore,...

Amani C. Near Pasadena, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Amani C.
80/hour

Near Pasadena, CA

Accomplished Writer & Experienced Writing Instructor

As a teaching assistant, I have assisted many students in developing their research writing skills. As a college counselor, I have worked with students on their personal narratives and college essays. In my spare time, I have been a proofreader, ghostwriter, and hobby writer. I am an author on a neuropsychiatry...

4.8 (34)
80/hour
104 hours tutoring

As a teaching assistant, I have assisted many students in developing their research writing skills. As a college counselor, I have worked with students on their personal narratives and college essays. In my spare time, I have been a proofreader, ghostwriter, and hobby writer. I am an author on a neuropsychiatry...

Janani C. Near Pasadena, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Janani C.
75/hour

Near Pasadena, CA

Personal Statement and College Essay Tutor

I’m a writer, award-winning performer, and current Univeristy of Southern California (USC) student with acceptances from top schools including NYU, Boston University, University of Miami, and more. I specialize in helping students craft personal statements that are authentic, strategic, and memorable, whether you’re...

5.0 (13)
75/hour
43 hours tutoring
Response time: 10 minutes

I’m a writer, award-winning performer, and current Univeristy of Southern California (USC) student with acceptances from top schools including NYU, Boston University, University of Miami, and more. I specialize in helping students craft personal statements that are authentic, strategic, and memorable, whether you’re...

Mel P. Near Pasadena, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Mel P.
250/hour

Near Pasadena, CA

Patient UC Berkeley Grad Tutors in WRITING LITERARY & ACADEMIC ESSAYS

Great knowledge and experience with literature, high school English, college English, essay research and formatting. Guide students to strengthen various historical, academic creative, and college admissions essays.

4.9 (158)
250/hour
695 hours tutoring

Great knowledge and experience with literature, high school English, college English, essay research and formatting. Guide students to strengthen various historical, academic creative, and college admissions essays.

Pallavi G. Near Pasadena, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Pallavi G.
100/hour

Near Pasadena, CA

Caltech, CMU, and USC-trained biomedical engineer who loves to tutor

I have a BS in English and have significant experience with both creative and scientific writing. I have helped students on the verbal, critical reading, and writing sections of standardized tests, and have also assisted students with their college essays.

4.6 (28)
100/hour
147 hours tutoring

I have a BS in English and have significant experience with both creative and scientific writing. I have helped students on the verbal, critical reading, and writing sections of standardized tests, and have also assisted students with their college essays.

Samantha C. Near Pasadena, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Samantha C.
100/hour

Near Pasadena, CA

Harvard Grad for SAT/ACT/LSAT Test Prep, College Essays, English

I graduated magna cum laude with highest honors from Harvard University with a B.A. in English and a GPA of 3.98. I scored a perfect 36 on the ACT at age 15, and most recently, I scored a 179 on the LSAT and was accepted early to Harvard Law School's Class of 2030. If you're a student in the thick of it and wondering...

100/hour
8 hours tutoring

I graduated magna cum laude with highest honors from Harvard University with a B.A. in English and a GPA of 3.98. I scored a perfect 36 on the ACT at age 15, and most recently, I scored a 179 on the LSAT and was accepted early to Harvard Law School's Class of 2030. If you're a student in the thick of it and wondering...

Pateel J. Near Pasadena, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Pateel J.
200/hour

Near Pasadena, CA

C.C./UC Berkeley/Yale Grad College Apps Creative Essay Mentor

The beginning of my academic journey started at my local community college where I was proudly involved in esteemed academic honors programs. I later successfully transferred to U.C. Berkeley (go bears!) where I pursued dual bachelor's degrees in Public Health and Psychology, graduating with honors. Finally, I am a...

5.0 (52)
200/hour
74 hours tutoring

The beginning of my academic journey started at my local community college where I was proudly involved in esteemed academic honors programs. I later successfully transferred to U.C. Berkeley (go bears!) where I pursued dual bachelor's degrees in Public Health and Psychology, graduating with honors. Finally, I am a...

Lyssa D. Near Pasadena, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Lyssa D.
80/hour

Near Pasadena, CA

Experienced English Tutor Specializing in Writing and Shakespeare

...English and Theater. I love working with students of all ages, and I have a special passion for teaching writing (creative, persuasive, expository, college admissions essays) and Shakespeare. I'm happy to help craft and revise academic and creative pieces, from grammar and structure to flow and personal voice. I also love...

5.0 (19)
80/hour
58 hours tutoring

...English and Theater. I love working with students of all ages, and I have a special passion for teaching writing (creative, persuasive, expository, college admissions essays) and Shakespeare. I'm happy to help craft and revise academic and creative pieces, from grammar and structure to flow and personal voice. I also love...

Jy P. Near Pasadena, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jy P.
80/hour

Near Pasadena, CA

BA English grad works with your unique learning style

From college application essays to poetry and prose, I have worked with many students on the art of redrafting and redaction with impressive results on their part. As a UCLA alum with my BA in English and concentration in Creative Writing, I have honed the critical skills of editing and proofreading.

5.0 (177)
80/hour
570 hours tutoring

From college application essays to poetry and prose, I have worked with many students on the art of redrafting and redaction with impressive results on their part. As a UCLA alum with my BA in English and concentration in Creative Writing, I have honed the critical skills of editing and proofreading.

Kathleen M. Near Pasadena, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Kathleen M.
100/hour

Near Pasadena, CA

Yale Grad, Vassar Professor, College Essay & Writing Expert

I have a B.A. in Film Studies from Yale University, where I graduated cum laude with distinction and won the Yale Film Prize. I received both a Master's in Communication and a Master's of Fine Arts in Film/Video Production from the University of Iowa, where I was an Iowa Fellow. I was a Fulbright Fellow in Paris, France,...

4.9 (7)
100/hour
11 hours tutoring

I have a B.A. in Film Studies from Yale University, where I graduated cum laude with distinction and won the Yale Film Prize. I received both a Master's in Communication and a Master's of Fine Arts in Film/Video Production from the University of Iowa, where I was an Iowa Fellow. I was a Fulbright Fellow in Paris, France,...

Zahra P. Near Pasadena, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Zahra P.
65/hour

Near Pasadena, CA

MSN in Nursing, with 6+ Years of English Education

I am a successful proofreader, specifically with college essays. I have a great attention ro detail and an excellent grasp of spelling, grammar, and pronunciation. Most recently while I was getting my MSN degree, I read and wrote papers on scholarly articles for evidence-based practice (EBP). EBP integrates the...

4.5 (8)
65/hour
30 hours tutoring

I am a successful proofreader, specifically with college essays. I have a great attention ro detail and an excellent grasp of spelling, grammar, and pronunciation. Most recently while I was getting my MSN degree, I read and wrote papers on scholarly articles for evidence-based practice (EBP). EBP integrates the...

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If anyone is in need of a great college essay tutor and guidance writing your college essay, Gre was amazing and incredibly helpful! I am so glad I was able to experience her creative talent! I highly recommend Gre!
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