Valerie L.
11 lessons
I am very happy with her. She is very patient, helpful, and understanding of my daughter. She helped her write her college essay. I would recommend her to anyone.
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Jana P.
165/hourNear Saint Paul, MN
Friendly, Experienced Test Prep & PreK-8+ Tutor Gets Results!
I have provided English tutoring in a variety of ways to address the unique needs of each student. For the highschooler needing guidance with the college admissions essay, personal statement, and resume, I have performed editorial services. For the highschooler taking the ACT or SAT exam, I have provided...
4.9 (441)
2,279 hours tutoring
Response time: 35 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.
I have provided English tutoring in a variety of ways to address the unique needs of each student. For the highschooler needing guidance with the college admissions essay, personal statement, and resume, I have performed editorial services. For the highschooler taking the ACT or SAT exam, I have provided...
Excellent tutor
Jana has been preparing my 17 yr old high school senior for a retake of his ACT. Jana’s is patient and calm. She is very professional and organized. She completed the assessment needs for my son and immediately wrote out a plan ... - Brandon, 8 lessons with Jana
Becky H.
75/hourNear Saint Paul, MN
English, ESL, Writing, Editing Specialist
I have worked with many high school and college students to edit their work or help them with the essay writing process. I have also worked with many young adults on writing essays, cover letters, personal statements for college applications, essays for dental school applications, and resumes. This work...
4.9 (36)
172 hours tutoring
Response time: 7 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.
I have worked with many high school and college students to edit their work or help them with the essay writing process. I have also worked with many young adults on writing essays, cover letters, personal statements for college applications, essays for dental school applications, and resumes. This work...
Thank you Becky!
Becky has tutored my daughter who is entering her second year of college. My daughter needed to improve her English writing and vocabulary skills. I have been very impressed with the help Becky has provided. She very quickly a... - Roseanne, 8 lessons with Becky
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Ben U.
495/hourBerkeley 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...
5.0 (462)
1,672 hours tutoring
Response time: 7 minutesNote that average response time is based on Ben’s active hours, which are 3:00 pm - 1:00 am UTC.
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...
Harvard, Stanford, Yale & MIT
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
Yang W.
70/hourCornell 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...
5.0 (42)
92 hours tutoring
Response time: 34 minutesNote that average response time is based on Yang’s active hours, which are 9:00 pm - 9:00 am UTC.
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...
Gabriel N.
149/hourCollege 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...
5.0 (54)
141 hours tutoring
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...
Silvana P.
250/hourPrinceton 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...
Tomorrow
5.0 (110)
348 hours tutoring
Response time: 24 minutesNote that average response time is based on Silvana’s active hours, which are 9:00 pm - 8:00 am UTC.
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...
Amazing with College Essays!
Simply stated, Silvana is fabulous! My daughter is a high school senior applying to selective colleges. We hired a private counselor to proof her essays but when my daughter got pneumonia, she missed all the deadlines for proofr... - Heather, 5 lessons with Silvana
Jasmine G.
80/hourExperienced 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...
5.0 (3)
18 hours tutoring
Response time: 49 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.
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...
Emily S.
150/hourCollege 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...
5.0 (20)
36 hours tutoring
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...
Great tutor, helped me dramatically improve my essays
Emily was amazing! I came in thinking my personal statement just needed a quick edit, but she helped me see that it could be a lot more personal and emotional. We spent time brainstorming and she helped me choose stories I never w... - Carla, 4 lessons with Emily
Leah A.
90/hourCollege 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...
5.0 (194)
475 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 essays. I have also taken...
Amazing Tutor
Leah has been an incredible tutor for my daughter. She explains concepts clearly, builds confidence, and makes learning enjoyable. We’ve already seen improvement and are continuing with regular sessions. Highly recommend! - Fred, 29 lessons with Leah
Cole W.
295/hourHarvard & 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....
5.0 (10)
35 hours tutoring
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....
An *amazing* tutor
Cole is extremely enthusiastic and knowledgeable! It's difficult not to (a) learn a lot from him and (b) have fun while doing it :) I greatly look forward to working with him more this summer! - Sophie
Ashley W.
150/hourPh.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...
5.0 (95)
524 hours tutoring
Response time: 14 minutesNote that average response time is based on Ashley’s active hours, which are 8:00 pm - 7:00 am UTC.
...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...
Amazing law school essay Tutor
She has helped me so much with my law school personal statement and she’s super patient. I really appreciate that she takes the time to make suggestions and improvements for the paper. - Kayla, 3 lessons with Ashley
Inna E.
300/hourJohns 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...
5.0 (17)
19 hours tutoring
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...
Accepted to Cornell, Columbia, Berkeley, and Duke
Inna is a miracle worker. Our son's high school is known for being highly competitive. With everyone scoring in the same range, with excellent extracurriculars, it's nearly impossible for individual students to stand out. That's w... - Solomon, 9 lessons with Inna
Kenneth O.
250/hourCollege 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...
Tomorrow
5.0 (1616)
3,631 hours tutoring
Response time: 8 minutesNote that average response time is based on Kenneth’s active hours, which are 2:00 pm - 4:00 am UTC.
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...
Exceeded all expections
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
Jonathan K.
540/hourTop 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...
This week
5.0 (2582)
6,771 hours tutoring
Response time: 13 minutesNote that average response time is based on Jonathan’s active hours, which are 5:00 pm - 6:00 am UTC.
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...
The Best Essay Tutor I Could Have Asked for
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
Julie K.
127/hourCertified 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....
5.0 (297)
1,216 hours tutoring
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....
Top Tutor - A Complete Professional
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
Melissa A.
85/hourAP High School Teacher specializing in Psychology & College Essays
Hi, I'm Melissa! I graduated Summa Cum Laude from Loyola University before I began my career as a high school teacher. I have 17 years of experience in a high school classroom, 14 of which I have taught AP Psychology. I love to help students...
5.0 (97)
314 hours tutoring
Hi, I'm Melissa! I graduated Summa Cum Laude from Loyola University before I began my career as a high school teacher. I have 17 years of experience in a high school classroom, 14 of which I have taught AP Psychology. I love to help students...
Knowledgeable and efficent tutor
My son is 16. He rarely shares feedback with me regarding his tutors, but he went out of his way to let me know how much he accomplished with Melissa as a tutor. They covered the current AP psychology topic and also went back and ... - Hanna, 9 lessons with Melissa
Teagan L.
600/hourAward-winning Harvard Grad / College Essay and Application Consultant
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...
5.0 (861)
3,494 hours tutoring
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...
Extremely talented and exceptional
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
Byung M.
75/hour4+ 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 (35)
284 hours tutoring
Response time: 25 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...
College Essay
He provided valuable feedback on how to trim my essay to meet the 650-word limit while preserving its core message. His insights and anecdotes about what has worked for others were particularly helpful. He’s an excellent tutor for... - Jenna
Isabelle M.
75/hourIvy League Grad | 8+ Years Experience | SAT & College Essay Specialist
Hi, I’m Isabelle — a certified teacher with a Master’s in Education from UMass Amherst and a B.A. from Columbia University. I specialize in SAT prep, college essays, academic writing, and creative writing, combining subject expertise...
5.0 (36)
120 hours tutoring
Hi, I’m Isabelle — a certified teacher with a Master’s in Education from UMass Amherst and a B.A. from Columbia University. I specialize in SAT prep, college essays, academic writing, and creative writing, combining subject expertise...
Kristelle M.
50/hourKnowledgable Writer for College Essays
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...
5.0 (220)
282 hours tutoring
Response time: 13 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.
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...
Brianna J.
24/hourCarnegie Mellon Grad|College Essays & Personal Statements Tutoring
I am a Carnegie Mellon University graduate with a degree in Business and Decision Science, specializing in reading comprehension, critical writing, and college essay coaching. My approach is rooted in helping students find their authentic...
5.0 (20)
45 hours tutoring
Response time: 27 minutesNote that average response time is based on Brianna’s active hours, which are 5:00 pm - 1:00 am UTC.
I am a Carnegie Mellon University graduate with a degree in Business and Decision Science, specializing in reading comprehension, critical writing, and college essay coaching. My approach is rooted in helping students find their authentic...
great sessions!
My 14 year old daughter is 2 lessons in to working with Brianna, and is really enjoying them so far. She comes away with a full review of what they are working on (this week is was essay structure, and thesis formation), and is al... - Dominique, 6 lessons with Brianna
Kelsey R.
250/hourExpert College Essay Coach & Test Prep Tutor; PhD from UChicago
Hi! I'm Dr. Kelsey R., and I'm a writing coach, tutor, and award-winning researcher with a PhD from the University of Chicago and a BA from Brown. For 12+ years, I have taught hundreds of high school, college, and graduate students how to think...
5.0 (132)
681 hours tutoring
Response time: 28 minutesNote that average response time is based on Kelsey’s active hours, which are 6:00 pm - 8:00 am UTC.
Hi! I'm Dr. Kelsey R., and I'm a writing coach, tutor, and award-winning researcher with a PhD from the University of Chicago and a BA from Brown. For 12+ years, I have taught hundreds of high school, college, and graduate students how to think...
Kelsey is simply the best!
Kelsey has been an incredible help to my daughter in preparing for her SAT verbal over the past month. She quickly identified the areas that needed focus and provided countless tips and strategies that are spot-on. She also makes ... - Ying, 8 lessons with Kelsey
Susan F.
40/hourExperienced ELA teacher plus test prep & college essay coaching
I graduated summa cum laude with an M.A. in English Language and Literature and have spent over twenty years teaching English to students in grades 4-12. I believe every student learns differently, and I pride myself on creating personalized...
5.0 (303)
1,429 hours tutoring
Response time: 45 minutesNote that average response time is based on Susan’s active hours, which are 7:00 pm - 3:00 am UTC.
I graduated summa cum laude with an M.A. in English Language and Literature and have spent over twenty years teaching English to students in grades 4-12. I believe every student learns differently, and I pride myself on creating personalized...
Angela Z.
100/hourUSC PhD Candidate | College and Grad School Personal Statement tutor
... Public Health, Environmental Science, and Political Science. I previously mentored three undergraduate students in college essay writing with acceptances to USC (Biology), UCI, UCR, and CSUF (Occupational Therapy). Additionally, I have reviewed ...
5.0 (7)
17 hours tutoring
... Public Health, Environmental Science, and Political Science. I previously mentored three undergraduate students in college essay writing with acceptances to USC (Biology), UCI, UCR, and CSUF (Occupational Therapy). Additionally, I have reviewed ...
Sarah S.
25/hour97+ Grades on All College Essays; My Students Win Scholarships
Between an Associate in Arts and Bachelor's of Science in Business Administration degree, I have never scored below 97% on a major college essay. I have learned how to use APA and MLA format, how to structure papers effectively, and...
5.0 (12)
47 hours tutoring
Response time: 4 minutesNote that average response time is based on Sarah’s active hours, which are 7:00 pm - 8:00 am UTC.
Between an Associate in Arts and Bachelor's of Science in Business Administration degree, I have never scored below 97% on a major college essay. I have learned how to use APA and MLA format, how to structure papers effectively, and...
Helped me win a FULL TUITION scholarship for Baylor University!!!
Sarah helped me craft an essay that won me a full tuition scholarship for Baylor University!!! It was a rigorous and competitive scholarship and she helped me through it, she even has studied how to win scholarships and helped me ... - Salina, 12 lessons with Sarah
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Anup K.
6 lessons
Patient, knowledgeable, reliable and very responsive. My son loved working with Cornelia on his college essay writing and resume. We feel she made a big difference. We would defiantly recommend her.
Alena Y.
2 lessons
Lisa is very professional and focused. For my college essay, she helped to organize and make my thoughts clear and completely transformed my piece with her edits and suggestions. Highly recommend to anyone who needs any help with writing!
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