The Best college essay Tutors in Portland, OR

Portland, OR

College application essay review with 20+ years experience

Crafting a strong college application is tough and requires a careful approach to help your student stand out from the crowd. Your essay is a significant aspect of your application and can truly help you to stand out from the crowd. At present, I also work in the admissions department for a prestigious graduate program... See Malea's full profile

Portland, OR

College Writing + Literature Prof with a Decade of Tutoring Experience

I've now been in the field for 20 years, tutor 15 APs, as well as college essays and the SAT/ACT. My students have gotten into nearly every selective university and usually report 4s and 5s on the exams and increases of roughly 100 points per section (or 3 points if we're talking ACT). At boutique... See Devin's full profile

Portland, OR

Web Design Instructor | Canva & Squarespace Coach | College Essays

I hold a Master of Fine Arts in Writing and Art Criticism, a Master of Arts in Media Studies, and a Bachelor of Science in Film. As both an educator and creative professional, I enjoy helping students build confidence, develop practical skills, and achieve their goals. I specialize in providing instruction and... See Wendy's full profile

Portland, OR

Professional SAT, new SAT, ACT & GRE & Math Tutor Available Worldwide

I am happy to assist students with their writing skills. I enjoy assisting students with essay editing, college application essays, and term papers. I offer feedback on grammar, punctuation, and content. See Anne's full profile

Portland, OR

PhD in Psychology, Educator (6+ years), Writer & Editor

I completed my PhD in Personality Psychology from Northwestern University in 2022. Before that, I completed my Bachelors in Psychology (minor in English Literature) from Scripps College. I have been teaching for the last eight years. I have taught classes on a range of subjects (i.e., psychopathology, civic... See Ariana's full profile

Near Portland, OR

Teacher with PhD and lots of experience

I help students with their essays for lots of classes from middle school through grad school but especially English, AP History, AP Art History, Humanities, and Philosophy. I also find helping students improve their SAT and ACT scores and write winning college entrance essays very rewarding. The materials... See Julie's full profile

Near Portland, OR

Experienced attorney/editor. Your tutor for writing, LSAT, and more.

I am happy to work with you to improve your skills. I have 25 years of experience writing for business, law, and many different types of publications. I have helped high school and college students with essays and papers, working to improve their writing, presentation, and overall clarity. See Laura's full profile

Near Portland, OR

Friendly and Knowledgeable Tutor with 15+ Years of Experience

In 1998, I started tutoring 3 young kids just to earn extra money as a high schooler, and by 2002, I was doing this as as a full time career with 20+ regular students. Who would have thought that tutoring would become my passion? Throughout all these years, I have taught kids as young as 4 years old to college students.... See Hyo's full profile

Near Portland, OR

PhD Candidate specializing in History, Essay Writing, Test Prep

Specific college history classes that I taught include: U.S. history/American history, Western Civilizations, European history, and world history. I also frequently work with students on AP class work, test preparation, and college admissions essays. I specifically work with students to develop a... See Hilary's full profile

College Essay Specialist

I have worked a decade in high school counseling with a focus on college counseling and admissions, I am a NACAC member. I have specialized College Admissions Essay trainings and have worked with students of various academic... See Kristen's full profile

Berkeley PhD, Harvard Author – Writing Coach for College Essays

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... See Ben's full profile

Experienced College Essay & Personal Statement Mentor

I have successfully written and guided personal statements for my own college applications, gaining admission to top schools and earning substantial scholarships. I work step-by-step with students to uncover their core story and craft a statement... See Jasmine's full profile

Ph.D. & Dartmouth Admissions Interviewer | Writing & College Essays

...Columbia University) - B.A. in English Literature (Binghamton University) How I Help Students Succeed: - College Admissions Essays & Interviews: As an active interviewer for Dartmouth, I provide insider coaching to help students craft compelling... See Ashley's full profile

T20 College Admissions Essay Coach & Access Counselor

I have guided students toward Top 20 college admissions results through personalized college access and application counseling. I work with students to identify their strengths, clarify their academic and personal goals, and develop cohesive... See David's full profile

College Admission from Stanford & Coca-Cola Scholar

I have supported students in gaining admission to Harvard, Yale, Columbia, Stanford, and other highly selective universities, as well as earning competitive scholarships such as the Coca-Cola Scholarship. My own college essay was selected... See Gabriel's full profile

College Essay Writing and Editing Specialist

I have 2+ years of experience assisting students in college essay writing. I help with brainstorming ideas, formatting essay outlines, and editing essay drafts. I can assist with personal statements and secondary essays. I have also taken... See Leah's full profile

Harvard & Oxford Grad - College Essay Writing and Advising Expert

I studied at Harvard and continued on a full scholarship at the University of Oxford, where I taught Ancient Greek for 3 years after graduation. I specialize in college essay writing and admissions consulting, and SAT / ACT prep.... See Cole's full profile

College Essay Expert - STEM & Pre-Med Admissions Specialist

I have helped hundreds of students craft authentic and compelling college essays that highlight their authenticity. My experience in molecular biology and genetics research at Princeton University gives me a unique understanding of the... See Emily's full profile

Princeton Grad | College Essay & UC PIQ Expert | Ivy League Admissions

I am a Princeton University graduate (B.A. in Neuroscience) and college admissions specialist with over six years of professional experience in college counseling, college essay coaching, and application strategy. I have guided hundreds of... See Silvana's full profile

Johns Hopkins Advising Team; Columbia Grad; Governor's Speechwriter

As a member of the Johns Hopkins University Advising team, I have helped alumni and students craft compelling narratives for admission into elite grad school, research, and professional programs. I love supporting high school students and... See Inna's full profile

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... See Eitan's full profile

Cornell Student with Extensive Experience in College Essays

I've worked with high school seniors navigating their college applications, streamlining their thoughts into narratives that help them stand out in front of college admission officers. From word flow to content structure, every piece needs to come... See Yang's full profile

College Essay and Application Strategic Positioning Expert

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... See Kenneth's full profile

Top Yale Grad, Expert College Admissions & Essay Mentor

A writing mentor for 30 years, I've worked chiefly with college applicants since 2013. Drawing on ideas from leading experts, I’ve developed a unique, strategic approach to help you choose exactly the right topic for every essay, organize your... See Jonathan's full profile

Certified ELA Educator: College Essays, Writing, Reading Comprehension

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.... See Julie's full profile