The Best college essay Tutors in Santa Monica, CA

in most high school subjects, with an expertise in and emphasis on Math (Pre-Algebra through Calculus AB), English (AP Literature and Language, British and World Literature, College Application Essays, Writing and Composition, SAT Verbal, SAT Grammar & Essay, ACT Reading & English), History (AP U.S....See Colin's full profile

In the past ten years, I have assisted approximately 75 students in applying to college. I have taken them through the process of picking a slate of colleges (composed of reach schools down to safety schools), filling out the Common Application, determining the requirements for each school, choosing recommenders, signing...See Deirdre's full profile

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 and mentoring. Published book with Harvard University Press in 2013...See Ben's full profile

I'm Brooke, a Stanford grad with 15+ years experience tutoring. I've coached several students to perfect SAT or ACT scores and scored perfectly on both exams myself as an adult. My college essay students have been admitted to Stanford, MIT, Harvard, Princeton, Yale, Penn, Brown, and down the list. I have...See Brooke's full profile

I have extensive experience guiding high school students through the full college admissions process, including building balanced school lists, crafting standout personal statements, and organizing competitive activity profiles. I specialize in helping students develop compelling narratives for UC, Common App, and...See Mira's full profile

I am a tutor of History and English with twenty-five years of success in preparing students for SAT and AP tests and College Application Essays. I have taught students online all over the world: in America, Great Britain, Germany, Korea, China, and India. I have an extremely sophisticated computer system...See Philip's full profile

My goal is to not only teach how to write a script, but how to make sure you are having fun while you do. I specialize in television and film writing but also have experience teaching students how to write statements of purpose, college entrance essays, short stories, and narrative podcasts. Furthermore,...See Omid's full profile

... and the growth of self-esteem that can accompany great academic achievement. I specialize in high level test prep and essay writing – including college admissions essays. Whether preparing for the SAT, ACT, ISEE, SSAT, TOEFL, or HSPT, your student will be well on his or her way to a jump in their scores and a mastery...See James's full profile

Hey! I'm Nick. For almost 10 years now, I've been a leading test prep guru and writing coach based in sunny Southern California, though my students stretch across the country and even across the Atlantic. My writing has been published in over a dozen outlets, and I’ve helped hundreds of students perfect...See Nick's full profile

Hello, I'm Jennie! I am a 4th year student at UCLA graduating with a bachelors in Linguistics and Computer Science. I worked at Paramount+ as a Software Engineering Intern. I graduated high school in 2021 Summa Cum Laude (4.7 weighted GPA) and as an International Baccalaureate Student. In past summers, I've...See Jennie's full profile

I have won several prestigious writing awards, including the Nicholl Fellowship, Samuel Goldwyn Award and UCLA Television Writing Competition (First Place). I have also assisted students with their college essays and helped many other writers with their screenplays and other forms of writing over the past 10+...See Randall's full profile

I have extensive experience coaching students to optimize their college essays and scholarship applications, stemming from my experience scoring 5's on AP exams such as Literature, World History, US History, and Government. As a recent college applicant, UCLA student, and recipient of the UCLA Alumni...See Audrey's full profile

Having interviewed applicants for the Ivy League university, Dartmouth College as an alumni volunteer, I know what top schools are looking for. That's how I'll ensure you or your child has an edge over the competition. My specialty is guiding students through the college application essay. I...See Will's full profile

...Purdue, University of Southern California, 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 for a result that makes clear what your...See Shelley's full profile

I have an extensive background teaching writing and working with students of all ages. I'm especially skilled at helping students feel empowered as they become confident writers. I have experience working with students on: college application essays, middle and high school in-school essays and English...See Stephanie's full profile

I've helped thousands of students secure spots at Stanford, UC Berkeley, UCLA, Harvard, Yale and other elite institutions. My expertise centers on college application essays transforming ideas into compelling narratives that resonate with admissions officers. I am a UC Berkeley and Harvard graduate...See Mark's full profile

Being an Imperial College London master's graduate with over fifteen years of experience in creative writing with thousands of satisfied clients, I believe effective and efficient storytelling is the key to a great essay.See John's full profile

I specialize in helping students find their voice and develop self-confidence through brainstorming, crafting, and refining the personal essay and supplements for colleges. I currently work for and have been extensively trained by College Essay Guy. I also love supporting students through the academic writing...See Lyssa's full profile

I’m a writer, award-winning performer, and current Univeristy of Southern California (USC) student with acceptances from top schools including NYU, Boston University, University of Miami, and more. I specialize in helping students craft personal statements that are authentic, strategic, and memorable, whether you’re...See Janani's full profile

I have over 20 years of working in high schools and colleges where I helped students with all types of essays, including private high school and college admission essays. I also served as an admission officer at the high school and college levels for several years. Lastly, I served as an alumni interviewer...See Ara's full profile

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 higher education professional, I have expert writing skills as well as a...See Gabriel's full profile

I have five years experience teaching, tutoring, and designing curriculum at the middle, high school and college levels and have worked with students on their college application essays independently, for private tutoring companies, and for independent schools. My teaching experience includes both classroom...See Alexandra's full profile

I am a successful proofreader, specifically with college essays. I have a great attention ro detail and an excellent grasp of spelling, grammar, and pronunciation. Most recently while I was getting my MSN degree, I read and wrote papers on scholarly articles for evidence-based practice (EBP). EBP integrates the...See Zahra's full profile

As a teaching assistant, I have assisted many students in developing their research writing skills. As a college counselor, I have worked with students on their personal narratives and college essays. In my spare time, I have been a proofreader, ghostwriter, and hobby writer. I am an author on a neuropsychiatry...See Amani's full profile

I am a specialist in College Essay writing and have been coaching students for over a decade. I have had students get accepted to Sarah Lawrence College, Chapman University, University of Colorado Boulder, Lawrence University, CSUN, and many others. I also consult with students and parents on what schools would be...See Josh's full profile