The Best college essay Tutors in Walnut Creek, CA

Walnut Creek, CA

Certified English Teacher and Writing Coach

If you are a college student, then I can help you edit and revise your papers to make your words look better and sound better. Looking to get into college? I can help you plan, draft, and polish your college application essays. In addition to my teaching experience, I am also a published author who can... See David's full profile

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Harvard & MIT Grad - College Essays, Personal Statements, Writing

My name is Charlotte and I am an Architect and Educator with a passion for communicating complex ideas in simple terms that everyone can understand. I have several years of experience helping students with high school, college, and graduate school writing. I specialize in college application essays, helping... See Charlotte's full profile

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Yale/Cambridge/Berkeley Graduate for Counseling and Writing

Since 2020, he has helped almost 60 students get selected for a distinction by The New York Times and four students to win first prize. Every year half of his students receive gold and silver keys from Scholastic. From 2015-25, he provided college counseling and essay editing for multiple students... See Jeffrey's full profile

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UC Essay Coach for the Personal Insight Questions (PIQ)

Through feedback that is both technical (the X's and O's of writing) and power-affirming (asking writers to think deeply about their effect on the reader), I have helped dozens of students get into colleges. In particular, I excel at coaching for the Personal Insight Question (PIQ), a college essay form... See Ward's full profile

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College Counseling

Guide high school students through the brainstorming, drafting, and revision process for college application essays. Help students identify authentic personal narratives, strengthen structure and voice, and develop compelling essays tailored to competitive admissions. Support students applying to selective... See RD's full profile

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College Educator & Experienced Academic Writing Coach

As an adjunct lecturer at Hunter College, I guided undergraduates through research papers and APA-style scientific writing, and I have also coached students through college application essays. I help writers develop ideas, structure arguments, revise effectively, and produce polished work that still sounds... See Mary's full profile

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College Essay Consultant

I am a Stanford Graduate with over six years of tutoring experience. During my time at Stanford, I participated in the highly competitive SLE program and worked as a teaching assistant for the University. I specialize in helping students develop persuasive and substantial arguments that also highlight their unique voices. See Raymond's full profile

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Northwestern Graduate | College Admissions & Essay Coach

I am a recent Northwestern University graduate with firsthand experience navigating the competitive college admissions process and over six years of tutoring, mentoring, and teaching experience. I currently work with students on college applications, helping them develop a thoughtful application strategy and communicate... See Cheryl's full profile

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UCLA Mathematics Tutor, College Essay Counseling

I'm Richard, a current Materials Engineer at UCLA with a proposed specialization in nuclear engineering (and even more specifically, thorium-232 reactors!). Throughout my time at high school and even college, I've tutored my peers and have held classes regarding academics along with other hobbies of mine (chess,... See Richard's full profile

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UCLA National Merit Scholar Academic and Essay coach

My academic research focused on adolescent social–emotional development and cultural/gender psychology, with earlier training in cognitive aspects of depression, resulting in multiple peer-reviewed publications. I bring this academic background to my work as a tutor, writing coach, and college essay... See Kalpa's full profile

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College Admissions Essays Specialist and Fulbright Alumnus

My name is Meghan and I am a College Admission Essay Specialist, Fulbright Teaching Alumnus, and Summa Cum Laude graduate from the University of California, Davis. I currently work for multiple companies and non-profits developing curricula, teaching, and coaching writing for college admissions... See Meghan's full profile

Experienced College Essay & Personal Statement Mentor

I have successfully written and guided personal statements for my own college applications, gaining admission to top schools and earning substantial scholarships. I work step-by-step with students to uncover their core story and craft a statement... See Jasmine's full profile

Princeton Grad | College Essay & UC PIQ Expert | Ivy League Admissions

I am a Princeton University graduate (B.A. in Neuroscience) and college admissions specialist with over six years of professional experience in college counseling, college essay coaching, and application strategy. I have guided hundreds of... See Silvana's full profile

Harvard Grad/Duke PhD: Expert Writing Coach, College Essay Consultant

As a writing coach, my aim is to draw out the powerful stories that each of my students has to tell, whether they are working on college admissions essays or on medical, law, and graduate school personal statements. Whatever the... See Calina's full profile

College Essay Writing and Editing Specialist

I have 2+ years of experience assisting students in college essay writing. I help with brainstorming ideas, formatting essay outlines, and editing essay drafts. I can assist with personal statements and secondary essays. I have also taken... See Leah's full profile

College Admission from Stanford & Coca-Cola Scholar

I have supported students in gaining admission to Harvard, Yale, Columbia, Stanford, and other highly selective universities, as well as earning competitive scholarships such as the Coca-Cola Scholarship. My own college essay was selected... See Gabriel's full profile

Berkeley PhD, Harvard Author – Writing Coach for College Essays

I’ve been a professional writing coach since 2016, advising university applicants on their college essays. Taught academic writing at UC Berkeley, 2001-2011. Directed 30 senior theses at Berkeley, primarily through individual consultation... See Ben's full profile

Experienced College Essay Tutor

I have worked with a number of students on their college essays and applications, each time helping their craft powerful and engaging answers to unique sets of questions for respective college application. See Brian's full profile

Harvard PhD | College Essays |Humanities Tutoring

I'll review the material and provide an estimate of time and cost before beginning. Quick turnaround is available for college essay editing, including last-minute requests, depending on my availability. I hold a PhD in Comparative... See Xeni's full profile

Elite College Essay Coach/UC & Ivy Admissions Expert based in CA

I've helped thousands of students secure spots at Stanford, UC Berkeley, UCLA, Harvard, Yale and other elite institutions. My expertise centers on college application essays transforming ideas into compelling narratives that... See Mark's full profile

Experienced 12th Grade Teacher Who Reads College Essays + Writes Recs.

As a full time 12th grade Social Studies teacher, I have spent much time with Seniors reviewing college applications, essays, supplements, etc. I have also written over 35 college letters of recommendation for a variety of students... See Alexandra's full profile

Author, NYU MFA in Fiction, NYU MBA, College Application Essays Expert

Over the last eight years, I have developed a unique personal statement production process that has helped dozens of students craft authentic, powerful, and engaging college application essays. My methods are effective and proven and... See Eitan's full profile

Top Yale Grad, Expert College Admissions & Essay Mentor

A writing mentor for 30 years, I've worked chiefly with college applicants since 2013. Drawing on ideas from leading experts, I’ve developed a unique, strategic approach to help you choose exactly the right topic for every essay, organize your... See Jonathan's full profile

Johns Hopkins Advising Team; Columbia Grad; Governor's Speechwriter

As a member of the Johns Hopkins University Advising team, I have helped alumni and students craft compelling narratives for admission into elite grad school, research, and professional programs. I love supporting high school students and... See Inna's full profile

College Essay and Application Tutor/Consultant and Writing Tutor

Many of my students have also contacted me to guide them in their academic writing assignments. Applying to college and writing college essays is an exciting investment in your future. At times it can be overwhelming and you need someone... See Sharon's full profile