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MFA-Degreed Writing Coach to Guide You through College App Essays
Mary W.

5.0 (913 ratings)

2,380 hours tutoring

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Hourly Rate: $60
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Bio

I will coach you through your Common App and supplemental essays within a safe, non-judgmental environment, whether you need assistance choosing a prompt, getting your response started, or a proofreading when you think you’re done.

I can offer you a boost in self-confidence, help you see that you really do have a story to tell, and get you the best possible shot at being accepted to the academic program of your choice.

I hold a Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing degree and a...

I will coach you through your Common App and supplemental essays within a safe, non-judgmental environment, whether you need assistance choosing a prompt, getting your response started, or a proofreading when you think you’re done.

I can offer you a boost in self-confidence, help you see that you really do have a story to tell, and get you the best possible shot at being accepted to the academic program of your choice.

I hold a Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing degree and a Bachelor of Arts in English. I was voted Top 10% Tutor by WyzAnt in 2020 and awarded The Best of Newton trophy in 2022.

I maintain a tutoring schedule that runs from 11am until 8pm Eastern time Monday through Saturday.

I do adhere to a cancellation policy. Since our scheduled session is reserved for you personally, a cancellation fee will apply should you change your scheduled session for any reason without at least 24-hour notice. Notice given in less than 24 hours prior to session start time, or no notice at all, will result in a fee equal to the full session price. Thank you for your respect and consideration.

I believe in you and your ability to succeed. Together, we can do this!

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Education

University of South Florida Sarasota Manatee, BA, Professional/Technical Writing
English
University of Tampa, MFA in Creative Writing
Masters

Policies

  • Hourly Rate: $60
  • Rate details: A cancellation fee equal to the full session price will apply should you change your scheduled session for any reason without at least 24-hour notice.
  • Lesson cancellation: 24 hours notice required

  • Background check passed on 4/30/2014

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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Approved Subjects

College Counseling

College Counseling

If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the college application essay writing process, take a breath. You’ve found Miss Mary! Whether it’s the common app essay or the supplemental essays you struggle with, whether you simply need a proofread or haven’t yet chosen a prompt, please allow me to assist. I’ll help you present to potential colleges and universities the best version of YOU. Together, we can do this!
English

English

Are you struggling with your college application essays? Worry no more! I hold a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and a Master of Fine Arts degree in creative writing. I have taught English and writing classes at the college level as an adjunct professor, and I have over 2,000 hours of private tutoring experience through WyzAnt. My specialty is coaching high-school students like you through their common application and supplemental essays in order to present to potential colleges and universities the best version of YOU. Together, we can do this!
Grammar

Grammar

"Grammar Queen," that's me! So, if you’re concerned about issues in your college application essays, get in touch. Whether you still haven’t chosen a prompt, or you simply need a proofreader to point out grammar blunders, I’d be happy to coach you through your common app essay and any supplementals. I hold a bachelor’s degree in English and a Master of Fine Arts degree in creative writing. I also have over 2,000 private tutoring hours under my belt through WyzAnt in addition to several semesters of teaching composition courses at the community college level as an adjunct professor. Let me help you!
Personal Statements

Personal Statements

I am a seasoned essay-writing coach with an MFA in Creative Writing, a BA in English, and over a decade of experience teaching the craft both inside and outside the classroom. I have guided teen and adult applicants from around the globe through their personal statements and prompted essays for colleges, universities, scholarships, internships, and employment. No matter your current proficiency or stage in the writing process, I can help you unlock your authentic voice. Let me mentor you through crafting a compelling narrative that showcases the best version of YOU. Together, we can this!
Proofreading

Proofreading

If you’re working on college app essays and need a proofreader, you’ve come to the right place! I have several semesters of experience grading college students’ papers as an adjunct professor and over 2,000 hours of privately tutoring WyzAnt students in English and writing-related subjects. My specialty is coaching high-school students through their common app and supplemental essays. I’d be happy to proofread your work prior to submission. If you’re not yet to that point and need help choosing a prompt, brainstorming ideas to write about, or creating structure for your essay, let’s start there. Together we can do this! I hold an MFA in creative writing and a BA in English.
Writing

Writing

Are you a high-school student working on your Common Application essay and supplemental questions? I specialize in coaching students just like you through the writing process! I have several semesters of experience teaching writing courses at the community college level as an adjunct professor and over 2,000 hours of private tutoring experience through WyzAnt at the 5-star level. I hold a Master of Fine Arts degree in creative writing and a Bachelor of Arts degree in English with a concentration in professional/technical writing. Please allow me to help, as you present to potential colleges and universities the best version of YOU. Together, we can do this!

Examples of Expertise

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Ratings and Reviews

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knowledgeable and patient

My child is extremely happy with her session! They talked about lots of good strategies that will help her to be more time efficient on the essay. A fantastic essay teacher, highly recommended.

Ruby, 5 lessons with Mary

Excellent tutor

Emily is very happy with Mary’s tutoring. She got 100% right in the first drill by using Mary’s method. She will soon request next appointment. Thank you very much for your excellent job!

Jun, 5 lessons with Mary

Very knowledgeable and helpful

My son is extremely happy with his session! His English program is quite challenging. He said we should have found her months ago!! He cannot wait for his next session!!

Maki, 41 lessons with Mary

knowledgeable and helpful tutor

We talked about lots of good strategies that will help me to be more time efficient on the test. After we set our goals, we went over the general tests and tips for question answering. We also did some practices on past SAT problems. Mary is a very nice person and her test tactics are helpful.

Mandy, 4 lessons with Mary

Great and patient teacher

Mary helped me and my daughter (10 years old) with writing and grammar. She is an amazing teacher, very knowledgable and patient. We all really enjoyed our class with her.

Angel, 126 lessons with Mary

Mary was one of the most patient people I've worked with

Mary was very patient and taught me about how to understand what the TEAS questions may be asking me. She brought me back to the basics and helped me through some of my anxiety while studying.

Colleen, 8 lessons with Mary

Efficient and knowledgeable.

She goes into detail about the topic of discussion. She has a lot of energy during the sessions. She is very eager to help. Mary is always on time for the sessions and she is really great about sending any pre session information early so I can have it readily available when I start.

Karen, 11 lessons with Mary

Knowledgeable and interesting

Mary worked with me on punctuation and rules of grammar. She is very detailed and keeps you focused. She was able to refresh me on past skills and constructively critiqued my writing.

Sadia, 1 lesson with Mary

This is all it takes

I've let my son interface with Mary (English) and a different gent for math, not injecting myself. I overheard my son remarking (unsolicited) how good his tutors were. Comforting thing for a father to overhear.

Doug, 10 lessons with Mary

Patient, understanding, and knowledgeable

My daughter had Mary for helping her in reading , vocabulary and writing . In her time with Mary she has improved tremendously. She is great at always encouraging and making her understand. Thank you so much

Malatee, 101 lessons with Mary
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