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Meghan C. Martinez, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Meghan C.
150/hour

Martinez, CA

College Admissions Essays Specialist and Fulbright Alumnus

Hi there! My name is Meghan and I am a College Admission Essay Specialist, Fulbright Teaching Alumnus, and Summa Cum Laude graduate from the University of California, Davis. I currently work for multiple companies and non-profits developing...

4.9 (52)
150/hour
177 hours tutoring

Hi there! My name is Meghan and I am a College Admission Essay Specialist, Fulbright Teaching Alumnus, and Summa Cum Laude graduate from the University of California, Davis. I currently work for multiple companies and non-profits developing...

John T. Berkeley, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
John T.
35/hour

Berkeley, CA

Former professor tutors literature and literary criticism

If you are having trouble writing an essay about a work of literature or literary criticism, I can give you expert guidance. Although I was trained as a specialist in medieval and renaissance poetry, I love analyzing literature from every...

4.9 (144)
35/hour
480 hours tutoring

If you are having trouble writing an essay about a work of literature or literary criticism, I can give you expert guidance. Although I was trained as a specialist in medieval and renaissance poetry, I love analyzing literature from every...

Jason H. San Francisco, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jason H.
140/hour

San Francisco, CA

Experienced Tutor for Personal Statements

I have 20+ years of experience helping students develop and edit their personal statements and supplemental essays for college and graduate school applications.

4.9 (61)
140/hour
141 hours tutoring

I have 20+ years of experience helping students develop and edit their personal statements and supplemental essays for college and graduate school applications.

Zoe B. San Francisco, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Zoe B.
90/hour

San Francisco, CA

Harvard Senior admitted at lowest acceptance rate, 3+ years experience

Having recently navigated the college process myself, I understand what top schools look for and how to craft a compelling application. I’ve extensively researched admissions strategies, annotated countless essays, and completed...

5.0 (47)
90/hour
144 hours tutoring

Having recently navigated the college process myself, I understand what top schools look for and how to craft a compelling application. I’ve extensively researched admissions strategies, annotated countless essays, and completed...

Evelina N. Berkeley, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Evelina N.
70/hour

Berkeley, CA

Academic Writing Support - Experienced Educator

Essays and papers are assigned in the world of education with little coaching on how to produce them. This can be overwhelming for anyone who struggles with writing. I have experience working with juniors and seniors with capstone projects,...

5.0 (2)
70/hour
5 hours tutoring
Response time: 59 minutes

Essays and papers are assigned in the world of education with little coaching on how to produce them. This can be overwhelming for anyone who struggles with writing. I have experience working with juniors and seniors with capstone projects,...

Aaron K. San Francisco, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Aaron K.
225/hour

San Francisco, CA

Admissions Expert and Experienced Educator

...acceptance to schools including MIT, Stanford, and NYU with significant competitive financial aid awards. I've also served as an essay mentor, and helped my students achieve hundreds of thousands of dollars of competitive financial support....

5.0 (21)
225/hour
38 hours tutoring

...acceptance to schools including MIT, Stanford, and NYU with significant competitive financial aid awards. I've also served as an essay mentor, and helped my students achieve hundreds of thousands of dollars of competitive financial support....

Rebecca B. Oakland, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Rebecca B.
100/hour

Oakland, CA

Writing and college application essay tutor with PhD

I'm also a professional writer and editor who has published widely in national publications like CNN, Politico, NPR and the LA Times. I can help your student prepare their college application essays, including brainstorming and...

4.8 (58)
100/hour
217 hours tutoring

I'm also a professional writer and editor who has published widely in national publications like CNN, Politico, NPR and the LA Times. I can help your student prepare their college application essays, including brainstorming and...

Gina L. El Sobrante, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Gina L.
90/hour

El Sobrante, CA

College Essay Specialist + Creative Learning Coach for Kids

...expression. I’ve served as a college-level writing tutor and specialize in helping students craft compelling college application essays, refine academic papers, and build confidence in their voice. Whether your child needs creative, hands-on learning or...

4.9 (15)
90/hour
134 hours tutoring

...expression. I’ve served as a college-level writing tutor and specialize in helping students craft compelling college application essays, refine academic papers, and build confidence in their voice. Whether your child needs creative, hands-on learning or...

Altjin T. Alameda, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Altjin T.
45/hour

Alameda, CA

College Admissions Advisor

...including UCSD and UIUC. Through my personal journey of handling everything from standardized test prep to crafting compelling essays, I've gained deep insights into what makes applications stand out to admissions officers. I now help high school students...

5.0 (1)
45/hour
35 hours tutoring

...including UCSD and UIUC. Through my personal journey of handling everything from standardized test prep to crafting compelling essays, I've gained deep insights into what makes applications stand out to admissions officers. I now help high school students...

Stephen S. Albany, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Stephen S.
75/hour

Albany, CA

Reading and Writing Specialist: phonics, ESL, essays, and SATs

I specialize in one-on-one and small group tutoring to help students read and write more effectively, acquire and refine English or Spanish language skills, prepare for standardized tests, or understand and write about history and science. I am...

5.0 (608)
75/hour
1,710 hours tutoring

I specialize in one-on-one and small group tutoring to help students read and write more effectively, acquire and refine English or Spanish language skills, prepare for standardized tests, or understand and write about history and science. I am...

Guillaume F. Walnut Creek, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Guillaume F.
65/hour

Walnut Creek, CA

Exceptional college/HS English tutor for native and ELL students

20+ years tutoring and teaching English. Native, ESOL, essays, grammar, style, research, style, academic English, creative writing, communication

5.0 (15)
65/hour
28 hours tutoring

20+ years tutoring and teaching English. Native, ESOL, essays, grammar, style, research, style, academic English, creative writing, communication

James P. San Francisco, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
James P.
65/hour

San Francisco, CA

Writing Teacher, Linguist, and History of World Thought

English as a course of study involves both grammar, punctuation, and spelling, as well as techniques for thinking about and responding to literature in essays and other forms. Appreciation of our language as reader and writer and speaker...

5.0 (1037)
65/hour
3,701 hours tutoring

English as a course of study involves both grammar, punctuation, and spelling, as well as techniques for thinking about and responding to literature in essays and other forms. Appreciation of our language as reader and writer and speaker...

RD H. Concord, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
RD H.
45/hour

Concord, CA

Credentialed Teacher with Expertise in Essay Writing

I have a Single Subject Teaching Credential in English and while studying for the Credential, I passed the CBEST and worked as a high school substitute teacher. I am well versed with best practices for the essay writing portion of the test.

4.8 (104)
45/hour
341 hours tutoring

I have a Single Subject Teaching Credential in English and while studying for the Credential, I passed the CBEST and worked as a high school substitute teacher. I am well versed with best practices for the essay writing portion of the test.

Nadya A. San Francisco, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Nadya A.
70/hour

San Francisco, CA

Biology PhD specializing in data science, writing, biology, & science

I'm also a strong writer and can help edit and tutor you towards strengthening your writing - particularly in science writing, college/grad school admissions essays, and grants!

5.0 (3)
70/hour
8 hours tutoring

I'm also a strong writer and can help edit and tutor you towards strengthening your writing - particularly in science writing, college/grad school admissions essays, and grants!

Aaron S. San Francisco, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Aaron S.
150/hour

San Francisco, CA

English Teacher/Essay Coach

If you are looking for a tutor that will make you a better writer, look no further. After a few sessions with me, you will learn how to write like a pro. You don't need to know a lot of fancy words to be good at English, even though some didacts...

5.0 (49)
150/hour
129 hours tutoring
Response time: 41 minutes

If you are looking for a tutor that will make you a better writer, look no further. After a few sessions with me, you will learn how to write like a pro. You don't need to know a lot of fancy words to be good at English, even though some didacts...

Arjun G. San Francisco, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Arjun G.
45/hour

San Francisco, CA

Curiosity-First Tutoring for Out of the Box Learners

...Chemistry Language Arts: - AP English Language - AP English Literature - Spanish - Grammar - Reading Techniques - Essay Writing - Proofreading - Phonology Mathematics: - Algebra I & II - Geometry - Trigonometry - Precalculus - Differential...

5.0 (6)
45/hour
14 hours tutoring

...Chemistry Language Arts: - AP English Language - AP English Literature - Spanish - Grammar - Reading Techniques - Essay Writing - Proofreading - Phonology Mathematics: - Algebra I & II - Geometry - Trigonometry - Precalculus - Differential...

Alexis C. San Francisco, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Alexis C.
42/hour

San Francisco, CA

Screenplay Writer and Director of more than ten films, Professor.

..., among many others, in college, in High School, in Middle School, and in Elementary School. I have also written a few essays and articles, some of which have been published in academic journals....

5.0 (4)
42/hour
17 hours tutoring

..., among many others, in college, in High School, in Middle School, and in Elementary School. I have also written a few essays and articles, some of which have been published in academic journals....

Craig E. San Francisco, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Craig E.
65/hour

San Francisco, CA

PhD Candidate Specializing in Biology

I have mentored several students with both undergraduate and graduate level admissions. I have primarily worked with students on their application essay/prompts. These students have been successful in receiving acceptances to UC...

4.9 (11)
65/hour
22 hours tutoring

I have mentored several students with both undergraduate and graduate level admissions. I have primarily worked with students on their application essay/prompts. These students have been successful in receiving acceptances to UC...

Raymond M. Alameda, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Raymond M.
125/hour

Alameda, CA

College Essay Consultant

I am a Stanford Graduate with over six years of tutoring experience. During my time at Stanford, I participated in the highly competitive SLE program and worked as a teaching assistant for the University. I specialize in helping students develop...

5.0 (34)
125/hour
340 hours tutoring

I am a Stanford Graduate with over six years of tutoring experience. During my time at Stanford, I participated in the highly competitive SLE program and worked as a teaching assistant for the University. I specialize in helping students develop...

Sebastian C. San Francisco, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Sebastian C.
60/hour

San Francisco, CA

Ivy League Grad Writing / College Essay / Application Mentor

Yale graduate with more than four years of tutoring and mentoring experience. I'm a patient and intuitive teacher with an eye for stories. Happy to help you from an initial idea to a polished essay!

5.0 (5)
60/hour
23 hours tutoring

Yale graduate with more than four years of tutoring and mentoring experience. I'm a patient and intuitive teacher with an eye for stories. Happy to help you from an initial idea to a polished essay!

Sara B. San Francisco, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Sara B.
70/hour

San Francisco, CA

Expert Personal Statement Tutoring: Crafting Powerful, Standout Essays

I guide students through the process of creating powerful narrative essays for college and advanced degree applications. My approach focuses on creating authentic, standout essays that resonate with admissions committees. I have a...

4.9 (873)
70/hour
3,586 hours tutoring
Response time: 23 minutes

I guide students through the process of creating powerful narrative essays for college and advanced degree applications. My approach focuses on creating authentic, standout essays that resonate with admissions committees. I have a...

Olivia P. San Francisco, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Olivia P.
45/hour

San Francisco, CA

Licensed College & Career Counselor Looking to Help with Applications!

Applying to college can be stressful, but I am here to help! I aim to get students excited about and confident in their essays and applications. As someone who has had to write a lot of papers and essays, I know how to tackle the...

4.6 (5)
45/hour
15 hours tutoring

Applying to college can be stressful, but I am here to help! I aim to get students excited about and confident in their essays and applications. As someone who has had to write a lot of papers and essays, I know how to tackle the...

Carolyn L. Berkeley, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Carolyn L.
60/hour

Berkeley, CA

SAT, College Essay, Economics, Statistics, Chemistry, English, Writing

Students are able to work alongside a tutor and pose ideas/questions if needed. 2. If you need essays edited but don't want to meet, message me and I will schedule a lesson, during which I will spend that time giving you...

5.0 (25)
60/hour
33 hours tutoring

Students are able to work alongside a tutor and pose ideas/questions if needed. 2. If you need essays edited but don't want to meet, message me and I will schedule a lesson, during which I will spend that time giving you...

Ward S. Berkeley, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Ward S.
150/hour

Berkeley, CA

PIQ and Common App Essay Coach

In particular, I excel at coaching for the Personal Insight Question (PIQ), a college essay form unique to the UC system, and have led workshops on how to understand and use this type of essay. My students have been accepted to all...

5.0 (37)
150/hour
91 hours tutoring
Response time: 49 minutes

In particular, I excel at coaching for the Personal Insight Question (PIQ), a college essay form unique to the UC system, and have led workshops on how to understand and use this type of essay. My students have been accepted to all...

GLENN T. San Francisco, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
GLENN T.
100/hour

San Francisco, CA

Creative, comprehensive financial consultant for English, math

Majored in English Literature at University of Pittsburgh and am currently writing a screenplay. Recently worked with college student to successfully complete his final college essays, in which he received an A.

4.7 (254)
100/hour
829 hours tutoring

Majored in English Literature at University of Pittsburgh and am currently writing a screenplay. Recently worked with college student to successfully complete his final college essays, in which he received an A.

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However, he refused to give me any ideas or discuss the essay together. He said to me that he would only read and edit the essay after I finish. He keeps saying that this is ILLEGAL and UNETHICAL! But I told him that my school writing center tutors also do the same thing. But because of their schedule didn't work out for me, I'd rather look for a private tutor. He just told me that he would only do edit/correct grammar on my essay. That's fine.
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I realized that without Olya's support, my essay would be in bottom 5 % of med. school essays list. I decided to start over ;-( In real time, Olya and I were discussing and critically thinking over the main theme and ideas of my paper, so my essay was growing faster than I could imagine. My essay obtained the 1st person narrative form and initial stage of LIFE! My friends, my essay needs more life, so I will keep you updated soon.
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2 essay lessons

He addressed all of my worries. Mr Kevin is an incredibly knowledgeable and efficient tutor - he helped me transform my blunt, and disorganized essay into one that successfully describes the student in the best way possible! In a way, that I myself, ironically, couldn’t have. Not only did he give me substantial feedback on my essay, but he told me where to improve, and helped me refine the structure of my essay, making it flow much better than it use to.
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