The Best college essay Tutors in Washington, DC

As an AP Lang teacher, I give the college essay as an assignment. Formerly, I worked in the writer center working nearly exclusively on common app/college essays from September through December at a highly competitive school. See Trisan's full profile

Specialty: College/university ESSAYS, APPLICATIONS, undergraduate and graduate RESEARCH WRITINGS. I have used my academic and professional career to hone my writing skills. I have spent most of my time in university writing research papers, critical essays, and theses. My work has been well received,...See Dan's full profile

Have assisted a well-known tutor to edit college application essays, including the Common Application and college-specific essays. As someone closer in demographic than the person I worked with, spoke directly with students to help and mentor through the college application process. Have helped numerous...See Keya's full profile

I’ve also worked with young professionals and retirees looking to improve their writing skills. I’ve proofread work correspondence, personal statements, cover letters, college application essays (undergraduate, graduate, law school, medical school, and business school), fictional writing exercises,...See Ben's full profile

I work in communications, where I write and edit every day, thinking carefully about how to convey ideas clearly and persuasively. Over the years, I’ve helped friends and peers refine personal statements, medical school supplemental essays, and other application materials to ensure their writing is compelling and...See Julia's full profile

I’ve had careers in teaching, publishing, and corporate banking. I have master’s degrees in writing and business administration and graduated from Washington & Lee and Northwestern universities. Given the above, I teach what I know: writing, SAT Verbal, college counseling, and career development. I’ve taught...See Robert's full profile

I am a graduate of the University of Mary Washington who majored in Spanish. I have worked as a translator for FEMA, as a teacher in a Spanish preschool and as an ESL instructor. I have also spent a lot of time working with kids as a camp counselor and I know how to make Spanish make sense to a wide variety of learning...See Ian's full profile

I specialize in the humanities, particularly history (U.S., European, and World), art history, English, literature, and writing skills. I offer targeted strategies for standardized test prep, and college application essay help as well. My academic training allows me to translate complex ideas into...See Terra's full profile

My name is Sarah; thank you for stopping by my profile:) After a two year hiatus due to being abroad, I am excited to be resuming tutoring. I specialize in college applications, essay writing, and homework help. I graduated Magna Cum Laude from Cornell University in 2023 with a double major in...See Sarah's full profile

I specialize in the college admissions process, college essays, and the SAT. In high school, I graduated as an IB Diploma recipient with a 4.52 GPA. As for test scores, I scored in the 99+ percentile on the SAT with a perfect score in Critical Reading. I was accepted to Harvard (attended), Yale, Princeton,...See Olivia's full profile

I hold a Master's degree and have taught middle and high school English, focusing on evidence-based writing and clear, confident expression. I have also supported students with college essays and professional writing, ensuring their unique voices shine. I tailor each session to build skills in organization,...See Bassel's full profile

Craft a personal statement that captivates and showcases your unique story. As a former Columbia University admissions interviewer, I offer invaluable insider perspective on what makes an application essay truly stand out. I can guide you through brainstorming compelling topics, structuring a memorable narrative, and...See Jeremy's full profile

For over five years, I assisted high school students with college essays, resumes, and cover letters for internships. I have also helped with graduate school applications, primarily in the medical and business fields. I work for four college admissions companies around the world. I enjoy brainstorming with...See Laurie's full profile

I have taught biology, calculus, algebra, precalculus, genetics, chemistry, Spanish, English, essay writing, history, and more. Additionally, I’ve guided students with resume building, cover letter development, and college essay applications. Currently, I am a tutor at Howard University, where I help students...See Amaya's full profile

In additional to test prep, I have helped several dozen high school and college students craft winning essays for scholarships, exclusive residential programs (TASP/TASS) and internships, Common Application personal statements, and college supplemental essays. Please reach out with any inquiries -...See Zakiy's full profile

Communications professional ready to help you achieve your goals. From preparing and polishing speeches and college essays to editing and proofreading important materials, I’ll help you gain the skills and confidence to shine. I’ll guide you in getting your materials ready for the classroom, the admissions...See Karen's full profile

I have helped many students write essays that got them in Ivies, UCs, and other Top 20 Schools. Last year I helped students get into Duke, Cornell, Northwestern, Johns Hopkins, UCLA, Berkeley, and other great schools. When I was an instructor at UCLA, I mentored local undergraduates, advising them on choosing coursework...See Adam's full profile

My academic studies have given me a strong foundation in grammar and linguistics, and I've refined these skills through my 15+ years of experience as a university writing consultant. I support undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students on assignments ranging from introductory college essays to doctoral...See Kristine's full profile

Hi! My name is Edward, but most students call me Eddie. I can help you master AMC (American Math Competition), ACT, AP Calculus, and college applications/essays. I graduated from the University of Pennsylvania with a degree in Computational Cognitive Science, where I studied how people think, learn,...See Edward's full profile

While earning business degrees from the University of Virginia (B.S.) and UCLA Anderson School (MBA), I also worked for my alma maters’ Admissions Committee as a student or alumni rep. Your high school teenager doesn't need an English teacher; he/she needs a Storytelling teacher. My background in Hollywood film/TV...See Kenneth's full profile

As a public health practitioner & consultant, I try to bring what I learned in the classroom into my tutoring approaches. I utilize a holistic learning approach that is personalized to each individuals needs. Encompassing unique methods such as test preparation, college essays or interview preparation, sets...See Makayla's full profile

...counselor. With 20+ years of training and professional experience, I have enjoyed multiple roles in the field, including evaluating college applications and college essays for a research university's undergraduate admissions office; training in college counseling at the Harvard Summer Institute on College Admissions; serving...See Susannah's full profile

Privately, I've advised tens of high school students on their college essays, and I've noticed that the written application process between undergraduate and graduate school is truly closely analogous. The skills one builds in honing a powerful college essay pay significant dividends down the line. See Josh's full profile

Not only can I help you attain a greater command of the written word, but I can support your endeavors across multiple forms of writing: academic, professional, college admission essays, etc. Patiently, I can assist young writers with spelling and grammar, proper sentence structure and skillfully crafted...See Nancy's full profile

Hello, my name is Alex! I've worked with dozens of students to help make their college essays stand out! Essays are your chance to show the admissions team who you are beyond the grades and test scores, and I can help make your essays insightful, polished, and unforgettable! In addition, I can also made...See Alex's full profile