The Best college application Tutors in Sherman Oaks, CA

...excel. I also offer college coachinig and essay help! I was accepted into all UC campuses and have successfully guided multiple students through the college application process, helping them gain admission to top universities such as UCLA and Boston University. With firsthand experience and a strong understanding of what...See Audrey'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 have taught painting, drawing, and printmaking at UCLA as an assistant instructor and have worked with students of many ages, from children beginning foundational skills to college applicants preparing portfolios and adults refining their creative work. My teaching includes one on one lessons, classroom...See Ari's full profile

For years I’ve been dedicated to helping students build the skills, mindset, and motivation to achieve their personal and academic goals. At UCLA, I even co-founded a student-led organization known as Altus Initiative to provide mentorship and college application advising for high school students. I subsequently...See Ryan's full profile

..., PA, pharmacy, dental, and public health applications, and graduate and PhD statements of purpose. I also help high school and transfer students with college application essays, including the Common App personal statement and supplemental essays, UC Personal Insight Questions, UC transfer applications, and “why this college...See Ray's full profile

A Dartmouth College graduate and active alumni interviewer for Dartmouth admissions, I have spent years guiding students through every stage of the college application process: from crafting a compelling personal narrative (the most important step!) to building a strategic school list fit to their interests. My...See Olivia's full profile

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. and...See Colin's full profile

My writing experience spans analytical essays, research papers, and technical engineering reports, with an emphasis on clear organization, strong arguments, and supporting evidence. Having completed college applications and now preparing graduate school applications, I also understand the importance of...See Natali's full profile

I have been assisting and advising high school college applicants for years. I have served as an alumni interviewer for Cornell University and the University of Pennsylvania. I have interviewed dozens of applicants and routinely advise them on how best to present themselves to achieve success in their college...See Alan's full profile

My own writing has been published in over a dozen outlets and my years of experience writing web copy have taught me how to apply that punchy style to college essays in order to grab a reader's attention. I don't believe that simply writing or editing college application essays for my students will help...See Nick's full profile

Having mastered the transfer experience and successfully navigating my undergraduate and graduate programs, I am passionate about helping students to actualize their goals by providing admissions essay consultation services. The personal statement is one of the most important aspects of the college application...See Pateel's full profile

I have years of experience in helping students craft a unique and compelling personal statement for their college application. I also specialize in film school application prep, both undergraduate and graduate programs. I received B.A. degrees in Communication Arts (Radio/TV/Film) and English Literature...See Christine's full profile

As an experienced college admissions essay coach, I have a demonstrated track record of helping students achieve admissions success. I hold a PhD in English Literature from UCLA, where I spent nearly a decade teaching, and where I gained a keen firsthand understanding of elite admissions committees. In addition to my...See Gabriel's full profile

...University of Portland, and Northern Arizona University in 2018. In 2026, I also completed 11 hours of College Board counselor training covering college searches and applications, college affordability, and appropriate SAT and AP resources. My approach will include using colleges’ Common Data Sets to assess admission competitiveness...See Luca's full profile

As the former director of a tutoring center, I have had the privilege of helping dozens of students with the college application process, including the application itself, the college search, essays, interview coaching, and I've even been known to write a letter of recommendation when adequately impressed. My...See Jeremy's full profile

In subjects like Math and History, I break down complex theories into digestible steps, often using bilingual instruction to clarify difficult concepts. Additionally, I provide specialized mentorship for the college application process. I guide students through the transition to higher education by assisting with...See David's full profile

I specialize in helping students write personal, gripping, and moving college application essays designed to grab the attention of admissions offices and make candidates stand out. Together a student and I will discuss potential topics and collaborate to create an essay that really captures both their voice and...See Claudia's full profile

... 2002 in Los Angeles. I helped college bound students with initial plan, test preparation, GPA maintenance, extra curricular activity buildup, and college applications and selections. I am currently licensed as a CPA in California and work as an IT professional in the Business Intelligence industry and my professional...See Keith's full profile

I've passed the CSET General Science I and II, as well as the CSET Chemistry test. I am a tutor with 10 years of experience preparing students for university, for standardized tests, and for their own academic pursuits in mathematics, science, and English. I have been employed at a number of quality...See Scott's full profile

I love students of all shapes and sizes! I love shepherding students through the process of writing an essay or understanding the Pythagorean Theorem. I particularly enjoy helping students with executive function disorder break their work into manageable chunks and GET IT DONE with a minimum of stress. I love helping...See Deirdre's full profile

With 7+ years of experience mentoring students and a background as a PhD candidate and career coach at UCLA, I help high school students navigate every stage of the college application process. From building a strong college list to crafting compelling personal statements and activity descriptions, I offer...See Kirsten's full profile

...Stanford University for five years. This experience provided deep insight into the college selection and application process. The majority of my work was to read and rate the essays that were submitted by students in their college applications. With this foundation, I have been able to teach students how to excel in the reading...See John's full profile

My goal as your tutor is to help you craft a stand-out college application. I can work with you from the brainstorming stage through final proofreading to ensure that your application is polished and represents you as a student. I am currently a third-year Sociology PhD student at the University of Southern...See Katherine's full profile

I'm Brandy! I'm an award-winning writer with a master’s degree from Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) and a certificate from CMU’s Eberly Center for Teaching Excellence. I've taught college and high school for over 10 years, in and out of the classroom. I'm passionate about meeting students where they are in order to...See Brandy's full profile

Hi! I specialize in helping students with college applications, graduate school applications, academic writing, and creative work such as filmmaking, screenwriting, and acting. I’m a Columbia University graduate with a BA in English Literature, and I earned my MFA from USC in Film Production. I have over a...See Ariana's full profile