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Ivy League Writing Coach: Elevate Your College Applications
Matthew G.

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As an Ivy League writing coach and graduate of Columbia University’s MFA program in Writing, I find a student’s true potential is unlocked when their unique voice meets a powerful strategy.

For years as an instructor at Columbia and FIU, I’ve seen this story: a brilliant student, who struggles to translate ideas onto the page, especially under the pressure of college applications, tests, and AP classes.

Through specialized knowledge and attention, I will remove the stress from the...

As an Ivy League writing coach and graduate of Columbia University’s MFA program in Writing, I find a student’s true potential is unlocked when their unique voice meets a powerful strategy.

For years as an instructor at Columbia and FIU, I’ve seen this story: a brilliant student, who struggles to translate ideas onto the page, especially under the pressure of college applications, tests, and AP classes.

Through specialized knowledge and attention, I will remove the stress from the college application journey and bridge your hard work with your highest ambitions.

In an ideal world, an application would be judged on merit—top students would attend top schools. In reality, many top students go to average schools, where their top talent doesn't fully blossom.

Rather than ideally, applications are judged "holistically." Even more than high test scores, admissions officers want to get to know you as a human being, one who will fill a specific need in their community.

If academic merit isn’t measured objectively, how do we stack the deck in your favor? As a writing coach, my Ivy League training in rhetoric, philosophy, and poetry lets me tailor unique, precise strategies for each client, hooking admissions officers on a deeper level.

I will work with you one-on-one to understand your goals, in interviews and questionnaires. We will then work out which qualities to present and how best to do so. We will strategize together, coordinating across all application materials. We will gather insights on schools, uncover all angles, and leverage all affinities to dramatically increase your appeal. Our targeted research will help us cultivate deeper connections, layering memorable themes and moving stories into your essay, all coalescing into your own, compelling brand. Through continuous revision and careful planning, we will polish your essay until it is superb.

Please send me a message to schedule a brief introductory call. I look forward to helping you achieve your goals.


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Florida International University
English Literature
Columbia University
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Creative Writing

Creative Writing

As a published poet and a graduate of Columbia University’s MFA program, I have a deep understanding of the craft and a passion for helping others find their voice. My teaching experience has focused on empowering writers to develop their ideas, hone their skills, and create compelling narratives and poems. I specialize in guiding students through the writing and revision process to turn their potential into a finished work of art.
Essay Writing

Essay Writing

As a Columbia University grad school alum with extensive experience in academic writing, I specialize in guiding students through every stage of the essay journey, from brainstorming to final draft. Beyond boosting confidence and easing stress, my expertise lies in offering you the individual support and skills needed to develop a strong thesis, deliver a potent argument, and define your unique voice. What sets me apart as a writing coach is my approach, informed by modern and classical rhetoric, which not only makes an essay sing, but more importantly, works on the unconscious, as well as the conscious, minds of readers. I look forward to sharing my passion for empowering students by helping you write a compelling essay and achieve your academic goals.
Personal Statements

Personal Statements

The pressure of the college application process can feel overwhelming, especially when it comes to the personal statement. While many students mistakenly treat this essay as a resume in prose, what admissions committees truly seek is something far more nuanced and authentic. As a Columbia-trained writing coach, I will help you find the perfect balance between showcasing your achievements and revealing your authentic self, guiding you to uncover the compelling story that will set you apart and connect with admissions officers on a human level.
Thesis Writing

Thesis Writing

The process of writing a thesis is a challenging and solitary journey, often representing the culmination of years of research. As a Columbia graduate with extensive experience in academic writing and book-length projects, I understand that a successful thesis requires more than just mastery of the subject matter. In fact, submiting a completed thesis on time hinges on having a manageable system that allows you to distill reams of research and diverse strands of thought into a sophisticated tapestry, woven cohesively over many pages. As a thesis consultant, I have a passion for guiding my clients through each step of their project with a collaborative spirit, from analyzing requirements, gathering sources, identifying themes, organizing ideas, designing outlines, developing drafts and revisions, to fine-tuning the final manuscript!
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