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Sean helped me with some general chemistry tutoring. I'm a very rusty, untraditional student. Currently pursuing a second career. That being said, I haven't been to school formally in about 10 years. Sean met me where I was at and... - Chris, 3 lessons with Sean

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Every year half of his students receive gold key, silver key, and Honorable Mentions from the Scholastic Art and Writing Awards commission. Jeffrey works with executives at companies like Youtube, Google, Chevron, and Apple. From 2020-22, he provided college counseling and essay editing for multiple...
Every year half of his students receive gold key, silver key, and Honorable Mentions from the Scholastic Art and Writing Awards commission. Jeffrey works with executives at companies like Youtube, Google, Chevron, and Apple. From 2020-22, he provided college counseling and essay editing for multiple...
I had an outstanding experience working with Jeffrey. He is not only professional and easy to work with, but also deeply knowledgeable in his field. His guidance as an editor and writing coach was invaluable—he made the entire pro... - Michael Joseph, 3 lessons with Jeffrey

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Hello there! My name is Connie, and as sometimes is the case, my path in life hasn't been the most straightforward. After I graduated in 2016 from Duke University with a B.S. in Biology and a minor in Chemistry, I spent my gap year teaching 9th + 10th grade Algebra in the Bronx, NY through an Americorps program. I...
Hello there! My name is Connie, and as sometimes is the case, my path in life hasn't been the most straightforward. After I graduated in 2016 from Duke University with a B.S. in Biology and a minor in Chemistry, I spent my gap year teaching 9th + 10th grade Algebra in the Bronx, NY through an Americorps program. I...

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Hi everyone, I'm Niki! I graduated with honors at the University of Texas at Austin with a B.A. in Psychology and a minor in History. In college, I took many classes that challenged me to improve my essay outlining, writing, and editing skills. I have published a law review at the Undergraduate Law Journal for Minority...
Hi everyone, I'm Niki! I graduated with honors at the University of Texas at Austin with a B.A. in Psychology and a minor in History. In college, I took many classes that challenged me to improve my essay outlining, writing, and editing skills. I have published a law review at the Undergraduate Law Journal for Minority...

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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 coaching them on their subject and then helping them editing their...
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 coaching them on their subject and then helping them editing their...
My son, a HS Senior, has been working with Rebecca since last summer on SAT test prep and college application essay preparation. She very successfully assisted him with the SAT test structure and provided valuable test taking stra... - Robin, 17 lessons with Rebecca

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You just opened your undergraduate or graduate application and are now faced with the daunting task of writing essays. What do you write for your personal statement? What about those supplemental essays? If confusion and stress have overwhelmed you in the admissions process, I want you to know that you are not alone. A...
You just opened your undergraduate or graduate application and are now faced with the daunting task of writing essays. What do you write for your personal statement? What about those supplemental essays? If confusion and stress have overwhelmed you in the admissions process, I want you to know that you are not alone. A...

For the past seven years, I have helped students and professionals develop powerful, successful personal statements for college, graduate/law/medical school, and summer program admissions. As a PhD in English, a former professor, and a longtime...
For the past seven years, I have helped students and professionals develop powerful, successful personal statements for college, graduate/law/medical school, and summer program admissions. As a PhD in English, a former professor, and a longtime...
I cannot recommend Gabriel highly enough to anyone looking for a college essay tutor who truly understands storytelling, admissions strategy, and the human side of this process. In just a few days, amidst an impending deadline, he... - Rummana, 7 lessons with Gabriel

A professional writing mentor, I've worked chiefly with university applicants since 2013; full time since 2018. Essay Mentor for Fulbright Commission, 2015-2020, helping extremely promising students apply to top-tier universities. Have taught...
A professional writing mentor, I've worked chiefly with university applicants since 2013; full time since 2018. Essay Mentor for Fulbright Commission, 2015-2020, helping extremely promising students apply to top-tier universities. Have taught...
Jonathan helped our daughter prepare essays for almost 20 schools. He worked with her weekly over several months to generate strategies for how to approach each application (e.g., which supplemental essays to choose if there is a... - Nahid , 92 lessons with Jonathan

Many of my students have also contacted me to guide them in their academic writing assignments. Applying to college and writing college essays is an exciting investment in your future. At times it can be overwhelming and you need someone...
Many of my students have also contacted me to guide them in their academic writing assignments. Applying to college and writing college essays is an exciting investment in your future. At times it can be overwhelming and you need someone...
Sharon has assisted our high school senior with college application and prep. She is knowledgeable about the process and has been very helpful in keeping his thoughts organized and him on track. - Victoria, 10 lessons with Sharon

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...
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...
I wanted to extend my heartfelt thanks to Eitan for his incredible work with our daughter on her college essay last summer. Thanks to his exceptional guidance and expertise on her essay, our daughter was accepted into a remarkable... - Bianca, 6 lessons with Eitan

Since 2017, I've helped students write the essays that have gained them admission to the colleges and graduate schools of their dreams. I can help at any stage in the process, from brainstorming ideas to revising early drafts to proofreading the...
Since 2017, I've helped students write the essays that have gained them admission to the colleges and graduate schools of their dreams. I can help at any stage in the process, from brainstorming ideas to revising early drafts to proofreading the...
Nathan is wonderful! He helped my son tremendously with his college application essays. From the Common App personal statement to the supplemental essays for the Ivies to the safety schools, Nathan provided expert guidance with br... - Kathryn , 10 lessons with Nathan

Anxious about your SAT, ACT, ASVAB, GRE, ISEE, or SSAT? Struggling with Math, Writing, or English? Need a college admissions essay that helps you stand out? Feeling nervous about an interview or an upcoming speech or presentation? I...
Anxious about your SAT, ACT, ASVAB, GRE, ISEE, or SSAT? Struggling with Math, Writing, or English? Need a college admissions essay that helps you stand out? Feeling nervous about an interview or an upcoming speech or presentation? I...
Hanees took my son's math scores from 21 and 25 to an impressive 91 and 100! He is incredibly knowledgeable in the subject matter and, more importantly in my opinion, knows how to connect with his students to help them truly under... - Orly, 26 lessons with Hanees

I have a philosophy degree that has experience writing a multitude of essays. I wrote multiple essays while applying to college and got into every school I applied to. I have experience with editing and making sure to have a structured, complete...
I have a philosophy degree that has experience writing a multitude of essays. I wrote multiple essays while applying to college and got into every school I applied to. I have experience with editing and making sure to have a structured, complete...

I also look forward to supporting students through their college application process, having gone through undergrad admissions and MD admissions processes myself. I am well equipped to help with building a college list, essay...
I also look forward to supporting students through their college application process, having gone through undergrad admissions and MD admissions processes myself. I am well equipped to help with building a college list, essay...
Divya challenged my daughter in a way that was encouraging and fun! This helped my daughter understand the complicated topics she was learning in a more enjoyable manner. Divya is wonderful!! We plan to continue with her for the r... - Queena, 35 lessons with Divya

I am an award-winning author and journalist with bylines in The Wall Street Journal, NPR's magazine, and Village Voice Media (200+ articles published). As a communications consultant, my clients include the World Bank, World Vision International...
I am an award-winning author and journalist with bylines in The Wall Street Journal, NPR's magazine, and Village Voice Media (200+ articles published). As a communications consultant, my clients include the World Bank, World Vision International...
I can't imagine a better writing tutor; she absolutely exceeded my expectations. I have been in the process of applying for speech-language pathology graduate school. It is an EXTREMELY competitive program (25-35 spots and 400 app... - Marissa, 7 lessons with Amy

I have helped many students write essays that got them in Ivies, UCs, and other Top 20 Schools. Last year I helped students get into Duke, Cornell, Northwestern, Johns Hopkins, UCLA, Berkeley, and other great schools. When I was an instructor at...
I have helped many students write essays that got them in Ivies, UCs, and other Top 20 Schools. Last year I helped students get into Duke, Cornell, Northwestern, Johns Hopkins, UCLA, Berkeley, and other great schools. When I was an instructor at...
Adam has been incredible in helping my son find his voice and style for his personal statement essay . He has been patient and effective in bringing out the best in my son . I am thoroughly impressed with his ability to help shape... - Furkhunda, 39 lessons with Adam

I have over 3,500 hours of one-on-one coaching experience helping students through college applications. I hold an Ed.M. from the Harvard Graduate School of Education and an MFA in Creative Writing, which together inform how I teach both the...
I have over 3,500 hours of one-on-one coaching experience helping students through college applications. I hold an Ed.M. from the Harvard Graduate School of Education and an MFA in Creative Writing, which together inform how I teach both the...
I came to Kenneth filled with self-doubt about my abilities as a writer. He filled me with confidence and assured me that he was going to help. And boy, did he help. He helped me write one of the deepest, insightful, and raw essay... - Shira, 2 lessons with Kenneth

I’ve been a professional writing coach since 2016, advising university applicants on their college essays. Taught academic writing at UC Berkeley, 2001-2011. Directed 30 senior theses at Berkeley, primarily through individual consultation...
I’ve been a professional writing coach since 2016, advising university applicants on their college essays. Taught academic writing at UC Berkeley, 2001-2011. Directed 30 senior theses at Berkeley, primarily through individual consultation...
I was struggling with my college essay, and whenever I met with other tutors, they just edited my work. Ben was totally different: he asked me questions I hadn’t even considered writing about, and he gave me low-pressure homework ... - Adam, 3 lessons with Ben

I have tremendous experience over nearly two decades helping students gain acceptance to the top universities in the country (and beyond), including all of the Ivy League schools, Stanford, MIT, Duke, Northwestern, UChicago, Oxford, UMich, Johns...
I have tremendous experience over nearly two decades helping students gain acceptance to the top universities in the country (and beyond), including all of the Ivy League schools, Stanford, MIT, Duke, Northwestern, UChicago, Oxford, UMich, Johns...
Phillip has been tutoring both my high school sons for the last year and a half. They are each different writers so I can write from the perspective of two different types of tutoring that Phillip provides. For my older son, he is... - Deborah, 34 lessons with Phillip

My goal: I am a credentialed English teacher with a decade of teaching experience and a master's of teaching from Stanford. I am to use my experience to empower students to craft compelling personal statements that represent their authentic voice...
My goal: I am a credentialed English teacher with a decade of teaching experience and a master's of teaching from Stanford. I am to use my experience to empower students to craft compelling personal statements that represent their authentic voice...

Throughout my tutoring career, I have helped numerous clients refine and polish academic papers, college essays, and applications. Whether you need assistance with your writing style, grammar, vocabulary, or paper structure, I can use my...
Throughout my tutoring career, I have helped numerous clients refine and polish academic papers, college essays, and applications. Whether you need assistance with your writing style, grammar, vocabulary, or paper structure, I can use my...
Teagan has been helping my daughter with her college essays and counseling and has been exceptional! He has been patient, always positive and brings out the best in her. He clearly understands what various colleges need and guides... - Varadan, 8 lessons with Teagan

MAY COLLEGE ESSAY BOOTCAMP! *ONE SPOT LEFT!* Help your child write a stellar college essay before senior year stress! Small, guided writing intensive for juniors who want to get ahead before applications. Includes tailored feedback...
MAY COLLEGE ESSAY BOOTCAMP! *ONE SPOT LEFT!* Help your child write a stellar college essay before senior year stress! Small, guided writing intensive for juniors who want to get ahead before applications. Includes tailored feedback...

... University of Wisconsin, Yale (early action) and many other wonderful schools. When I work with you on your college application essays, my goal is to help you write attention-getting, authentic and meaningful essays. Ultimately, we are looking ...
... University of Wisconsin, Yale (early action) and many other wonderful schools. When I work with you on your college application essays, my goal is to help you write attention-getting, authentic and meaningful essays. Ultimately, we are looking ...
Shelly is absolutely extraordinary and so knowledgeable as she helps my senior through the college application process. She is brilliant and reliable, and understands exactly what he needs in order to succeed in this process. - Stephanie , 8 lessons with Shelley

Transform your story into a compelling narrative that captures the attention of college admissions at your dream college. I have helped students gain admission to top universities, including Harvard, Yale, Cornell, Columbia, the University of...
Transform your story into a compelling narrative that captures the attention of college admissions at your dream college. I have helped students gain admission to top universities, including Harvard, Yale, Cornell, Columbia, the University of...
Julie helped me craft my statement of purpose for my grad school applications. She helped me master the process of finding information to include in my essays. Julie is amazing! I could not recommend her more! - Meredith

This may come by helping students with writing coursework (college or high school), navigating college applications, reviewing college application essays, writing scholarship essays, organizing content, and/or study skills....
This may come by helping students with writing coursework (college or high school), navigating college applications, reviewing college application essays, writing scholarship essays, organizing content, and/or study skills....
If you are looking for a tutor, you’d be doing yourself a disservice if you didn’t give Julie an opportunity to connect with you. From the very start, you will see Julie’s high level of organization, planning, and flexibility whi... - Dan, 7 lessons with Julie
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