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UC Berkeley Grad Personal Statement, Essay, and Public Speaking Tutor
Tyra P.

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Hourly Rate: $40
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I am a graduate of UC Berkeley’s School of Public Health with an MPH in Environmental Health Sciences and a certificate in Multicultural Health, and I hold a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Loyola Marymount University. Through my experience as an admissions assistant at Loyola Marymount and later as the only student selected to serve as a Graduate Student Reviewer at UC Berkeley, I gained a unique perspective on both sides of the application process. I also spoke directly with admissions...

I am a graduate of UC Berkeley’s School of Public Health with an MPH in Environmental Health Sciences and a certificate in Multicultural Health, and I hold a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Loyola Marymount University. Through my experience as an admissions assistant at Loyola Marymount and later as the only student selected to serve as a Graduate Student Reviewer at UC Berkeley, I gained a unique perspective on both sides of the application process. I also spoke directly with admissions staff to learn what makes essays, personal statements, and applications stand out, which I now incorporate into my tutoring approach.

Over the past five years, I have guided students and early professionals in developing compelling academic writing and personal statements. This includes support for college applications, medical school essays, fellowship applications, clinical internship applications, scholarship essays, and research papers. I focus on helping students organize their thoughts, convey their experiences authentically, and strengthen the clarity and persuasiveness of their writing.

My philosophy is that every student is capable of producing compelling, high-quality essays. My role is to help them build confidence, refine their voice, and present their unique story in an effective manner. I tailor my approach to each student’s needs, emphasizing collaboration, critical thinking, and skill-building to ensure lasting improvement in their writing.


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Loyola Marymount University
Biology
UC Berkeley School of Public Health
Masters

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Essay Writing

Essay Writing

I have several years of experience assisting high school and college students, as well as early professionals, with writing college application essays, medical school essays, fellowship applications, clinical internship applications, scholarship essays, and academic writing. As a Graduate Student Instructor, I taught, graded, and provided clear, constructive feedback on students' work, helping learners refine their voice and communicate their ideas effectively. My experience in public health and university admissions gives me insight into what makes applications and essays stand out. I tailor my approach to each student, focusing on clarity, confidence, and authentic self-expression.
Personal Statements

Personal Statements

I help high school, college, and graduate students craft compelling personal statements for college, medical school, and fellowship applications. Drawing on my experience in university admissions and academic mentorship, I provide guidance on structuring essays, highlighting experiences, and refining each student’s unique voice. I focus on clarity, authenticity, and confidence, helping students communicate their stories effectively and stand out in the application process. My goal is to empower students to present their achievements and aspirations in a way that resonates with admissions committees.
Public Speaking

Public Speaking

I help high school, college, and graduate students build confidence and skill in public speaking, from class presentations to professional talks. Drawing on my experience leading course discussions, webinars, and panel events in public health, I provide guidance to strengthen both content and delivery. My background in academic mentorship, community engagement, and health education allows me to help students organize ideas clearly and communicate with confidence to diverse audiences.
Thesis Writing

Thesis Writing

To obtain my master's degree, I was required to submit a thesis paper that was over 20 pages long, which included an extremely detailed introduction, methods, results, discussion, and conclusion sections. I have extensive experience since obtaining my MPH, having proofread multiple thesis drafts across various disciplines, ranging from theoretical frameworks to quantitative research. Furthermore, I have experience guiding writers on how to ensure their work is clear, concise, and impactful to readers.
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