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Ivy League Trained Neuroscientist & Essay Specialist
Kayla K.

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Hi! I’m Kayla, a neuroscience PhD candidate at Harvard University with extensive research and teaching experience. I hold dual B.A. degrees in neuroscience and criminology from the University of Pennsylvania, where I graduated summa cum laude with distinction in neuroscience. I have also worked in a neuroscience research laboratory for the past 7 years studying the brain’s hunger circuits and how the brain communicates with the rest of the body!

I developed a strong passion for...

Hi! I’m Kayla, a neuroscience PhD candidate at Harvard University with extensive research and teaching experience. I hold dual B.A. degrees in neuroscience and criminology from the University of Pennsylvania, where I graduated summa cum laude with distinction in neuroscience. I have also worked in a neuroscience research laboratory for the past 7 years studying the brain’s hunger circuits and how the brain communicates with the rest of the body!

I developed a strong passion for neuroscience, research, and teaching during my time in college, and I’m excited to share that passion by helping students succeed. I’ve served as a teaching assistant for both introductory neuroscience and neuropsychopharmacology courses at the University of Pennsylvania for four years, as well as for a behavioral neuroscience course at Harvard. I've taught neuroscience at both the college and pre-college levels, and have worked one-on-one with students at all stages of learning.

I offer support in neuroscience and psychology, covering topics from cellular mechanisms to behavior and motivation. In addition to content tutoring, I provide essay coaching, including help with structuring arguments, clarifying complex ideas, and editing for clarity and flow. I also assist with research papers, focusing on scientific writing, proper citation, and synthesizing literature effectively. For those preparing for the next academic step, I offer guidance with college and graduate school applications—including personal statements, scientific communication, and overall application strategy.

My tutoring is grounded in scientific rigor, patience, and empathy. I aim to create a welcoming yet challenging environment in which each student is able progress and truly grasp the material. I’d love to work with you! Feel free to contact me with additional questions or to schedule a lesson.

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University of Pennsylvania
Neuroscience
Harvard University
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College Counseling

College Counseling

I have extensive experience guiding students through the college application process, including selecting schools, developing compelling personal statements, and organizing deadlines. As a University of Pennsylvania alum and current Harvard PhD student, I bring firsthand knowledge of navigating competitive admissions and can break down complex requirements into clear, manageable steps. I also focus on helping students highlight their unique strengths and experiences so their applications stand out.
Essay Writing

Essay Writing

As a graduate-level researcher and experienced academic writer, I have a strong command of essay structure, thesis development, and scientific writing. I’ve helped students at the high school, college, and graduate level craft compelling essays for coursework, college applications, and scholarship/grant submissions. I specialize in teaching how to organize ideas clearly, develop strong arguments, and refine grammar and tone for maximum impact. Whether you need support with brainstorming, editing, or polishing a final draft, I can help you gain confidence and produce writing you’re proud of.
Neuroscience

Neuroscience

I am a neuroscience PhD candidate at Harvard University with extensive research and teaching experience. I hold dual B.A. degrees in neuroscience and criminology from the University of Pennsylvania, where I graduated summa cum laude with distinction in neuroscience. I have been a teaching assistant for an introductory neuroscience course, neuropsychopharmacology course, and behavioral neuroscience course since 2021, working one-on-one with students at all stages—from high school to grad school. Additionally, I have conducted and published research on hunger and inflammation circuits in the brain as well as the neurobiological underpinnings of eating disorders.
Personal Statements

Personal Statements

As a graduate-level researcher, I specialize in helping students craft compelling, authentic, and strategic personal statements for college, graduate school, scholarships, and medical or law school applications. I have written several successful personal statements for Ivy League colleges and competitive fellowships, and I’ve helped others do the same. With this experience in academic writing and admissions mentoring, I can guide you through every step from brainstorming unique life experiences to refining tone, structure, and clarity. My approach helps students find their voice, highlight their strengths, and communicate their goals effectively. Whether you’re starting from scratch or need detailed editing feedback, I’ll work with you to make your personal statement stand out.
Proofreading

Proofreading

I am a neuroscience PhD candidate at Harvard with extensive training in reviewing scientific literature, writing scientific proposals, and critical thinking.
Thesis Writing

Thesis Writing

I specialize in guiding students through the thesis writing process—from developing a strong research question and clear structure to refining arguments and polishing final drafts. I’ve written a master’s-level thesis and authored peer-reviewed scientific manuscripts, so I understand the depth, organization, and clarity required for graduate-level academic work. Whether you're working on an undergraduate honors thesis, a graduate capstone, or a research-heavy final paper, I can help you break down the process, stay focused, and write with confidence and purpose.
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Great Essay Editor!

Kayla read over my statement of purpose and personal statement for my PhD applications and provided editing suggestions, format suggestions, and overall commentary about the flow/important parts to include (that I was missing). Her help has been crucial and extremely helpful during the application season, and I am very thankful to have found such an in-depth and intelligent tutor/editor for my essays!

Charlotte, 2 lessons with Kayla

Great Help with Law School Personal Statement

Kayla was great at helping me with my law school personal statement. She gave clear feedback that made my essay stronger and more polished, while still sounding like me. She went through my essay line by line and gave me detailed comments and feedback. She also helped me think about how to make my application stand out for competitive programs and I feel more confident about applying now.

Kate, 2 lessons with Kayla

Prepared and very well spoken

Kayla helped me shape my ideas into cohesive wording that elevated my essays. She was efficient with our time and very well spoken which translated well on paper. She engaged with me to help me lead the story but guided me to ensure I was properly interacting and getting to the point. She made me excited to finally have a breakthrough in writing what was important to me without feeling like I was rambling!! I cannot recommend her enough!!

Harman, 2 lessons with Kayla

Great help with personal statement

Kayla was great- very approachable and thoughtful with her feedback. She made my rough draft feel a lot more focused and gave me a solid plan for edits. She also explained what colleges look for and made the process way less stressful.

Jordan, 1 lesson with Kayla

I passed my neuroscience final because of Kayla's help!

I was taking an intensive neuroscience class this summer and I was struggling 2 days before the exam. Kayla was very flexible with her schedule and she fit in a lesson before my exam. She came prepared with materials and a practice exam tailored to my coursework and the session was super helpful. I ended up passing my final exam! She is knowledgeable, patient, and great at breaking down complex topics- would definitely recommend Kayla as a tutor.

Adam, 1 lesson with Kayla

Great sessions - patient, knowledgeable and understanding tutor

Sessions with Kayla have been invaluable. Her knowledge of neuroscience is broad and deep, and she's been very patient explaining lots of things to me. What I most appreciate is being able to jump from the high level intuitive explanation of things down to the specific details. Kayla also prepared some material specifically for the topics I requested we study, which has been much appreciated and is not common in my experience with tutors in the past, who have tried to shoehorn the sessions into specific curricula. I highly recommend doing sessions with Kayla.

Thomas, 5 lessons with Kayla
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