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I have helped my students choose colleges, boost their scores to meet their target, and to craft and fine-tune successful college essays/personal statements and applications. I am very knowledgeable about the format of the applications...
I have helped my students choose colleges, boost their scores to meet their target, and to craft and fine-tune successful college essays/personal statements and applications. I am very knowledgeable about the format of the applications...
Olya, is a fabulous editor and writer. She is experienced, accommodating, and caring. She is well worth her rate. I highly recommend Olya for help with writing! - Emilia, 13 lessons with Olya

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 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

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...

I also have several years of experience in proofreading and guiding students through revision in dual credit & AP English essays, college admission essays, and scholarship essays. I look forward to working with you to meet...
I also have several years of experience in proofreading and guiding students through revision in dual credit & AP English essays, college admission essays, and scholarship essays. I look forward to working with you to meet...
My son, Arturo, is more comfortable in the math/science realm and struggles with writing. After just one session working with Zach on developing reading/writing skills, he is feeling newly motivated in terms of his big research pr... - Sonja, 11 lessons with Zach

And as we move through each step of the essay writing process, you'll find yourself engaged with the essential elements of college application essay writing: Understanding the nuances of each prompt to generate your unique...
And as we move through each step of the essay writing process, you'll find yourself engaged with the essential elements of college application essay writing: Understanding the nuances of each prompt to generate your unique...
Marianne helped my daughter tremendously, to brainstorm, edit and craft her college personal statement and supplemental essays. Her feedback was extensive and detailed. Marianne was helpful in keeping my daughter, a notorious proc... - Inoka, 10 lessons with Marianne

Your college essays are your opportunity to dazzle the admissions committee with your unique perspective and singular voice. I'm a professional writer and editor who's also worked in admissions at an Ivy League university. I bring...
Your college essays are your opportunity to dazzle the admissions committee with your unique perspective and singular voice. I'm a professional writer and editor who's also worked in admissions at an Ivy League university. I bring...
We are and will be forever grateful to Mimi and her support throughout this grueling college application process. She has the incredible ability to connect with students and make them reflect and and shine in their essays. Her sen... - Katherine, 15 lessons with Mimi

I specialize in Medical School Admissions and can help with other Health Professional Schools, Graduate Schools, and College essays. For medical school applications, I can help with personal statements, activities essays, other primary...
I specialize in Medical School Admissions and can help with other Health Professional Schools, Graduate Schools, and College essays. For medical school applications, I can help with personal statements, activities essays, other primary...
I started working with Rachel Grubbs last year at the beginning of the medical school admissions cycle, initially seeking help with my personal statement. Looking back, working with Rachel was one of the best decisions I made thro... - Adriana, 20 lessons with Rachel

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

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

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

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

HELPING YOU SHOWCASE YOUR STRENGTHS I tutor in many subjects, but my chief focus is assisting students with their university applications, particularly their admissions essays. Drawing on ideas from leading experts, I’ve developed a unique,...
HELPING YOU SHOWCASE YOUR STRENGTHS I tutor in many subjects, but my chief focus is assisting students with their university applications, particularly their admissions essays. Drawing on ideas from leading experts, I’ve developed a unique,...
Jon was amazing from the first time I met with him. From day one, he brought enthusiasm, passion, and a genuine care for both me and my work that made all the difference in my writing process. The way he guided me throughout the e... - Nick, 46 lessons with Jonathan

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 accepted to Harvard, Stanford, Yale and MIT, and I cannot thank Ben enough for his help. His college consulting goes far beyond editing. He pushed me to think deeply about my experiences so my college essays actually reflect... - Maria, 11 lessons with Ben

My role is to guide students and support them through the writing process, and to help them craft strong, compelling narratives that hew closely to their own voice. For college applications, essays usually include the personal...
My role is to guide students and support them through the writing process, and to help them craft strong, compelling narratives that hew closely to their own voice. For college applications, essays usually include the personal...
My daughter has been getting assistance with her college essay and Helene has been incredibly helpful. She's been encouraging, positive and offering great advice. I can't thank her enough! Would recommend her highly! - Lauren, 6 lessons with Helene

Craft a personal statement that captivates and showcases your unique story. As a former Columbia University admissions interviewer, I offer invaluable insider perspective on what makes an application essay truly stand out. I can guide you through...
Craft a personal statement that captivates and showcases your unique story. As a former Columbia University admissions interviewer, I offer invaluable insider perspective on what makes an application essay truly stand out. I can guide you through...
Thank you, Jeremy, for working with my daughter on her college essay. You are / were excellent - empathic, listen-first, a domain expert and helpful coach! We are excited for our second session with you! - Dan, 3 lessons with Jeremy

I am an energetic educator with over 30 years experience working with students to effectively express themselves in writing and public speaking. Initially, I taught secondary level English and Speech and also judged Speech tournaments. Later, I...
I am an energetic educator with over 30 years experience working with students to effectively express themselves in writing and public speaking. Initially, I taught secondary level English and Speech and also judged Speech tournaments. Later, I...
Ms. Sue is phenomenal! She made a remarkable impact on the personal and professional growth of our 16-year-old, a high-achieving junior who is reserved and doesn’t enjoy public speaking or opening up in unfamiliar settings. ... - Kitty, 6 lessons with Susan

I am an editing and proofreading tutor specializing in college essays and graduate school personal statements.
I am an editing and proofreading tutor specializing in college essays and graduate school personal statements.
My daughter and I have been meeting with Karen for over 4 months writing college essays. She is extremely knowledgeable, meticulous, and supportive. We met Karen for the first time and knew that she was the perfect match. Her pers... - Michelle, 29 lessons with Karen

I have directed academic writing centers and specialized admissions programs for over fifteen years, helping students successfully navigate undergraduate, graduate, law, and medical school applications. My comprehensive coaching guides students...
I have directed academic writing centers and specialized admissions programs for over fifteen years, helping students successfully navigate undergraduate, graduate, law, and medical school applications. My comprehensive coaching guides students...
As a STEM kid, working with Adam for 4 years was crucial in developing my writing and historical reasoning skills, as his exceptional guidance in AP World History, AP Language, AP Gov, and AP Literature has directly contributed to... - Anna, 182 lessons with Adam

I have extensive experience in the college and Master's degree admissions process with degrees from Yale University (Economics and American Studies double-major, Honors, Early Decision, Gates Millennium Scholar) and Master's degree in City...
I have extensive experience in the college and Master's degree admissions process with degrees from Yale University (Economics and American Studies double-major, Honors, Early Decision, Gates Millennium Scholar) and Master's degree in City...
Julie is such an incredible tutor to work with. Before finding her, we tried a couple of other tutors, but none came close to the level of support and guidance she provides. She is truly the perfect partner for the college applica... - Cindy, 16 lessons with Julie

...of Michigan, Duke, UNC-Chapel Hill, George Washington, Pepperdine I’ve guided hundreds of students through: college application essays, medical school and law school personal statements, graduate school essays, letters of continued interest (LOCIs...
...of Michigan, Duke, UNC-Chapel Hill, George Washington, Pepperdine I’ve guided hundreds of students through: college application essays, medical school and law school personal statements, graduate school essays, letters of continued interest (LOCIs...
Dr. Erica was an outstanding tutor for writing my college essays, and I couldn’t be more satisfied with the experience. She was incredibly understanding and considerate, always taking the time to listen to my concerns and address ... - Meline, 12 lessons with Erica

... 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

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...
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