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The Best essay Tutors in Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy, NY

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Chris M. Mechanicville, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Chris M.
30/hour

Mechanicville, NY

Experienced College Counselor and Admissions Essay Coach

I have over 20 years of experience assisting students with the creation of compelling and effective college admissions essays, both as an independent counselor and at the acclaimed Excel Academy in Las Vegas, Nevada. In addition to my...

5.0 (11)
30/hour
27 hours tutoring

I have over 20 years of experience assisting students with the creation of compelling and effective college admissions essays, both as an independent counselor and at the acclaimed Excel Academy in Las Vegas, Nevada. In addition to my...

Elena P. Albany, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Elena P.
50/hour

Albany, NY

English Teacher

As an English teacher with 5+ years of experience, essay writing is my bread and butter! My students start from the beginning--with thesis/claim developments--and work their way through the structure of a body paragraph and an...

5.0 (235)
50/hour
630 hours tutoring

As an English teacher with 5+ years of experience, essay writing is my bread and butter! My students start from the beginning--with thesis/claim developments--and work their way through the structure of a body paragraph and an...

Samuel W. Latham, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Samuel W.
50/hour

Latham, NY

Young Professional Willing to help with all Core Business and English

5 on AP Literature Language Exam 4 on AP English Language Exam Tutored 10+ on college essays

5.0 (6)
50/hour
19 hours tutoring

5 on AP Literature Language Exam 4 on AP English Language Exam Tutored 10+ on college essays

Elizabeth B. Albany, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Elizabeth B.
60/hour

Albany, NY

College Application Essays

Many of my SAT students also ask for my help with college applications. We work on the many essays that are required, and I am skilled in drawing students out through careful questioning that we then turn into solid essay content. I...

4.9 (978)
60/hour
4,834 hours tutoring

Many of my SAT students also ask for my help with college applications. We work on the many essays that are required, and I am skilled in drawing students out through careful questioning that we then turn into solid essay content. I...

Anne C. Slingerlands, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Anne C.
70/hour

Slingerlands, NY

Writing

Do you become nervous when you have to write an essay, especially in class? Do you have difficulty getting started on a writing assignment? I can work with you on feeling more at ease doing writing assignments (including literary...

4.9 (744)
70/hour
3,199 hours tutoring

Do you become nervous when you have to write an essay, especially in class? Do you have difficulty getting started on a writing assignment? I can work with you on feeling more at ease doing writing assignments (including literary...

Tommaso G. Schenectady, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Tommaso G.
200/hour

Schenectady, NY

"PhD in Classics from Yale with Extensive Teaching Experience

My approach to teaching essay writing is grounded in many years of experience and the authorship of five books. It emphasizes the cultivation of logical reasoning, the expansion of vocabulary, and the advancement of grammatical proficiency....

5.0 (18)
200/hour
19 hours tutoring

My approach to teaching essay writing is grounded in many years of experience and the authorship of five books. It emphasizes the cultivation of logical reasoning, the expansion of vocabulary, and the advancement of grammatical proficiency....

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Ann Arbor, MI Tutoring
Leah A.
150/hour

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...

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150/hour
541 hours tutoring

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...

Freeport, FL Tutoring
Mark R.
55/hour

Essay Writing - Experienced Tutor

In 2021, I defended my doctoral dissertation, which consisted of 60,000 words. This dissertation was approved without edits, without additions, or without the need for revisions -- approved by a panel of PhD readers, who praised the quality of...

4.9 (198)
55/hour
599 hours tutoring
Response time: 50 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

In 2021, I defended my doctoral dissertation, which consisted of 60,000 words. This dissertation was approved without edits, without additions, or without the need for revisions -- approved by a panel of PhD readers, who praised the quality of...

Scottsdale, AZ Tutoring
Kenneth O.
250/hour

College Essay and Application Strategic Positioning Expert

...Cornell, and UT Austin. My work covers college list development, the Common Application, the personal statement, supplemental essays, the activities section, and interview preparation. I have over 1,500 five-star reviews. ...

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250/hour
3,780 hours tutoring
Response time: 6 minutesNote that average response time is based on Kenneth’s active hours, which are 2:00 pm - 4:00 am UTC.

...Cornell, and UT Austin. My work covers college list development, the Common Application, the personal statement, supplemental essays, the activities section, and interview preparation. I have over 1,500 five-star reviews. ...

Chicago, IL Tutoring
Ann K.
150/hour

English Tutor with 11 Years' Experience in Essay Writing and Analysis

I bring over 11 years of experience tutoring English language and literature across a wide range of ages and learning levels. My primary specialization lies in essay construction, with a focus on developing clear thesis-driven arguments,...

5.0 (166)
150/hour
1,477 hours tutoring
Response time: 34 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I bring over 11 years of experience tutoring English language and literature across a wide range of ages and learning levels. My primary specialization lies in essay construction, with a focus on developing clear thesis-driven arguments,...

Greer, SC Tutoring
Adam M.
36/hour

Experienced essay writing tutor

I have more than 10 years of experience assisting students with essay writing. This experience includes four years of classroom teaching and both in-person and virtual tutoring. My focus as an essay writing tutor includes the...

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36/hour
5,286 hours tutoring
Response time: 24 minutesNote that average response time is based on Adam’s active hours, which are 1:00 pm - 3:00 am UTC.

I have more than 10 years of experience assisting students with essay writing. This experience includes four years of classroom teaching and both in-person and virtual tutoring. My focus as an essay writing tutor includes the...

Bala Cynwyd, PA Tutoring
Rachel B.
95/hour

Ivy League tutor in academic, business and essay writing

I discovered my love for teaching as a TA in college, and now have years of experience tutoring one-on-one in academic writing, business writing, reading comprehension, grammar, college essays, graduate school personal statements, resumes...

5.0 (77)
95/hour
311 hours tutoring

I discovered my love for teaching as a TA in college, and now have years of experience tutoring one-on-one in academic writing, business writing, reading comprehension, grammar, college essays, graduate school personal statements, resumes...

Chicago, IL Tutoring
Kelsey R.
350/hour

Professional Proofreader - Applications/Essays/Articles/Dissertations

...their writing through expert proofreading. I have worked with dozens of writers on college and graduate school application essays, academic papers and theses, research proposals, scholarly articles, policy reports, and book manuscripts. Whether you ...

5.0 (136)
350/hour
737 hours tutoring
Response time: 33 minutesNote that average response time is based on Kelsey’s active hours, which are 7:00 pm - 9:00 am UTC.

...their writing through expert proofreading. I have worked with dozens of writers on college and graduate school application essays, academic papers and theses, research proposals, scholarly articles, policy reports, and book manuscripts. Whether you ...

Lynn, MA Tutoring
Marc F.
85/hour

AP English Teacher, 30 Yrs | Thesis, Evidence, Argument

I have developed original curriculum in academic argumentation and have coached students through personal essays, persuasive writing, literary analysis, and standardized test writing including SAT and AP-level work. Whether a student needs...

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85/hour
85 hours tutoring

I have developed original curriculum in academic argumentation and have coached students through personal essays, persuasive writing, literary analysis, and standardized test writing including SAT and AP-level work. Whether a student needs...

Orlando, FL Tutoring
Rich S.
50/hour

College Writing Coach | Essays, Editing & Proofreading

...and seven years at the University of California, San Diego, helping them develop, edit, and significantly improve their essays and research papers. I also completed a 240-page dissertation over five years involving extensive archival research in ...

5.0 (14)
50/hour
47 hours tutoring

...and seven years at the University of California, San Diego, helping them develop, edit, and significantly improve their essays and research papers. I also completed a 240-page dissertation over five years involving extensive archival research in ...

Washington, DC Tutoring
Ben G.
85/hour

Assists Prospective Students with Application Essay Writing Process

On Wyzant's platform alone, I’ve worked with prospective college, graduate, law school, med school, and vet school students to help them develop their application essays. I assist them with the various aspects of the writing process...

5.0 (1525)
85/hour
7,503 hours tutoring
Response time: 18 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

On Wyzant's platform alone, I’ve worked with prospective college, graduate, law school, med school, and vet school students to help them develop their application essays. I assist them with the various aspects of the writing process...

New York, NY Tutoring
Eitan G.
699/hour

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 can...

5.0 (373)
699/hour
1,989 hours tutoring
Response time: 17 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

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 can...

Altoona, PA Tutoring
Brian O.
70/hour

Experienced College Essay Tutor

I have worked with a number of students on their college essays and applications, each time helping their craft powerful and engaging answers to unique sets of questions for respective college application.

5.0 (47)
70/hour
162 hours tutoring

I have worked with a number of students on their college essays and applications, each time helping their craft powerful and engaging answers to unique sets of questions for respective college application.

Becket, MA Tutoring
Isabelle M.
85/hour

Ivy League Grad | 8+ Years Experience | SAT & College Essay Specialist

I help students build skills, manage time, and approach the test with clarity and confidence. College Essays From brainstorming to final edits, I guide students in writing strong, authentic essays that reflect their voice and...

5.0 (53)
85/hour
171 hours tutoring
Response time: 51 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I help students build skills, manage time, and approach the test with clarity and confidence. College Essays From brainstorming to final edits, I guide students in writing strong, authentic essays that reflect their voice and...

Ennis, TX Tutoring
Tegan L.
55/hour

Writing Tutor for Essays, Creative, and Academic Writing

I specialize in helping students in grades 4–10 strengthen their writing skills across different formats, including essays, creative pieces, and academic assignments. With a background in English and years of tutoring experience, I guide...

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55/hour
7,196 hours tutoring
Response time: 9 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I specialize in helping students in grades 4–10 strengthen their writing skills across different formats, including essays, creative pieces, and academic assignments. With a background in English and years of tutoring experience, I guide...

New York, NY Tutoring
Byung M.
400/hour

4+ Years of Teaching Experience in College Essays & Academic Writing

I have guided and helped more than ten high school students with college essays for Ivy League universities and top 25 universities. Many of these students reached their college admission goals through my writing advice. I have helped more...

5.0 (46)
400/hour
350 hours tutoring
Response time: 53 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I have guided and helped more than ten high school students with college essays for Ivy League universities and top 25 universities. Many of these students reached their college admission goals through my writing advice. I have helped more...

Waltham, MA Tutoring
Aneel B.
125/hour

Oxford DPhil & Harvard-Trained Essay Writing Coach

.... I help students find their authentic voice and develop compelling, honest narratives for college essays, personal statements, scholarship essays, and other application materials....

5.0 (12)
125/hour
28 hours tutoring

.... I help students find their authentic voice and develop compelling, honest narratives for college essays, personal statements, scholarship essays, and other application materials....

New York, NY Tutoring
Silvana P.
250/hour

Princeton Grad| Ivy League College Essay and Writing Expert

I am a Princeton University graduate with over six years of professional experience in academic writing instruction, college essay coaching, and college application support. I specialize in helping students craft standout college...

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5.0 (159)
250/hour
542 hours tutoring
Response time: 33 minutesNote that average response time is based on Silvana’s active hours, which are 10:00 pm - 9:00 am UTC.

I am a Princeton University graduate with over six years of professional experience in academic writing instruction, college essay coaching, and college application support. I specialize in helping students craft standout college...

Woodstock, GA Tutoring
Youmna A.
200/hour

Georgetown Honors Grad | Thesis, Essays, Applications, Storytelling

Through years of writing and editing essays on complex topics, I have developed strong skills in grammar, storytelling, and critical reasoning. I graduated from Georgetown University, where I completed an honors thesis in international...

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5.0 (314)
200/hour
898 hours tutoring

Through years of writing and editing essays on complex topics, I have developed strong skills in grammar, storytelling, and critical reasoning. I graduated from Georgetown University, where I completed an honors thesis in international...

Sheffield Lake, OH Tutoring
Aric D.
120/hour

College Admissions Coach | Ivy Acceptances & Standout Essays

With over five years of experience and 100+ students admitted to top schools (including Harvard, Yale, UCLA, and Notre Dame), I guide every step of the process, from school selection to final essay polish. My specialty is helping students...

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5.0 (270)
120/hour
850 hours tutoring
Response time: 44 minutesNote that average response time is based on Aric’s active hours, which are 10:00 pm - 8:00 am UTC.

With over five years of experience and 100+ students admitted to top schools (including Harvard, Yale, UCLA, and Notre Dame), I guide every step of the process, from school selection to final essay polish. My specialty is helping students...

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Larry B.

34 essay lessons

I would never submit an essay to an application if Carolyn did not review and revise it with me first. I did not need anyone else to look over it because I was so confident with my essays after our revisions. Aside from being an astounding tutor, Carolyn is also an extremely supportive person.
Elizabeth J.

7 essay lessons

He made my daughter think about what she was trying to say by asking her questions about what was important to her. The results were fantastic - my daughter's essays are very well written, they are her own work, and she now understands how to write a much better essay. My daughter also enjoyed the lessons - Rick made it fun!
Betty L.

1 essay lesson

Gary was very helpful in editing my essay and was patient and fun during the whole process. Gary is an all-around good tutor. He will go above and beyond for his students, and is very detailed oriented, making the tutoring process interesting and very educational.
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essay tutors in Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy, NY

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