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Seattle, WA
I specialize in finding the story underneath the story you think you're supposed to tell. I work with college applicants on Common App personal statements and supplemental essays, and with medical school, law school, PA, CRNA, and...
I specialize in finding the story underneath the story you think you're supposed to tell. I work with college applicants on Common App personal statements and supplemental essays, and with medical school, law school, PA, CRNA, and...
Working with Philip on my medical school applications was a gratifying experience! He helped make my writing more coherent, and helped me to articulate stories that I never knew would have such an impact in telling my story. In th... - Lalitha

Sammamish, WA
Having recently navigated admissions to highly selective programs myself, I bring an up-to-date understanding of current college application processes. Through my own academic journey and work with students, I have seen how strong writing...
Having recently navigated admissions to highly selective programs myself, I bring an up-to-date understanding of current college application processes. Through my own academic journey and work with students, I have seen how strong writing...

Bremerton, WA
It's a meaningfully different test than it was a few years ago. Beyond test prep, I've helped over 30 students with their Common App essays and college applications. I know how to take someone's story and shape it into...
It's a meaningfully different test than it was a few years ago. Beyond test prep, I've helped over 30 students with their Common App essays and college applications. I know how to take someone's story and shape it into...

Seattle, WA
... the most exclusive universities in the world (top 10 world university). I am not only highly experienced in the college application process, but I know the kinds of activities, clubs, and research opportunities that will help students get admitted...
... the most exclusive universities in the world (top 10 world university). I am not only highly experienced in the college application process, but I know the kinds of activities, clubs, and research opportunities that will help students get admitted...

Bellingham, WA
Hello! I'm Ryler, a PhD grad, English instructor, award-winning poet, and author of college application essay guides. I've helped over a hundred students write their way into Ivy League colleges and tackle complex writing...
Hello! I'm Ryler, a PhD grad, English instructor, award-winning poet, and author of college application essay guides. I've helped over a hundred students write their way into Ivy League colleges and tackle complex writing...

Spokane, WA
...degree navigation. I also have 10 years experience working with private tutoring clients helping them with their college applications. As a professor and as a student, I have also navigated various types of colleges from Community College to R1 Research...
...degree navigation. I also have 10 years experience working with private tutoring clients helping them with their college applications. As a professor and as a student, I have also navigated various types of colleges from Community College to R1 Research...

Seattle, WA
Got a perfect 800 on the math portion of the SAT when I took it for college applications.
Got a perfect 800 on the math portion of the SAT when I took it for college applications.
My 17 yr old son came out of his session saying he'd learned so much in that 1st hour session with Aaron and asked when he could meet with him again (even agreeing to meet on a Friday evening and not go out with friends, if you ca... - Beth, 33 lessons with Aaron

Seattle, WA
I graduated from Columbia University and bring a strong understanding of the academic planning and college application process. I can help students with college counseling, including college list development, admissions strategy, personal...
I graduated from Columbia University and bring a strong understanding of the academic planning and college application process. I can help students with college counseling, including college list development, admissions strategy, personal...
Jen did an amazing job helping me with my fullstack application in react/js and python/flask. She even took the time to learn recoil for react state management. Thank you! - Cole, 4 lessons with Jen

Sammamish, WA
During my college years while writing numerous papers I developed a love of the English language and it's many grammar rules. Currently, I tutor students in writing essays for high school and for college applications. I have a strong...
During my college years while writing numerous papers I developed a love of the English language and it's many grammar rules. Currently, I tutor students in writing essays for high school and for college applications. I have a strong...
Jacqueline has been working with my son for about a month now, and my son is making good progress in retaining the Spanish language. For context, he struggled in Spanish 2, but now he is doing better in Spanish 3. She helps him ... - Rebecca, 30 lessons with Jacqueline

Gig Harbor, WA
I work with many college students on University writing, social-science, psychology, and political science courses. Additionally, I have years-long experience with the college application process, the student written personal statement, and...
I work with many college students on University writing, social-science, psychology, and political science courses. Additionally, I have years-long experience with the college application process, the student written personal statement, and...

Lynnwood, WA
...and I had about a 70-80% pass rate on the AP Lit exam. I have many years of experience helping students with their college application essays, term papers, or other reading and writing assignments. I can also help to support college students with their...
...and I had about a 70-80% pass rate on the AP Lit exam. I have many years of experience helping students with their college application essays, term papers, or other reading and writing assignments. I can also help to support college students with their...

Redmond, WA
I also often tutored informally: I was the go-to "tutor" for many of my friends and classmates who had math or French questions or who needed someone to look over an essay or college application. I continued to work with students...
I also often tutored informally: I was the go-to "tutor" for many of my friends and classmates who had math or French questions or who needed someone to look over an essay or college application. I continued to work with students...
Stephanie has been an incredible tutor for my teenage son. She's very kind, understanding, down-to-earth, patient, and knowledgeable. She makes him feel comfortable and confident with his knowledge after each appointment. We w... - Sherie, 20 lessons with Stephanie

Lynnwood, WA
I enjoy working with students to improve their writing in a variety of contexts – from literary analyses to history research papers to college application essays. Please contact me with any questions or to schedule a session. I offer...
I enjoy working with students to improve their writing in a variety of contexts – from literary analyses to history research papers to college application essays. Please contact me with any questions or to schedule a session. I offer...

Hood River, OR
I taught magazine writing at universities including Arizona State University's Walter Cronkite School of Journalism, plus writing workshops at prominent academic centers in Washington, DC. My specialties include college application...
I taught magazine writing at universities including Arizona State University's Walter Cronkite School of Journalism, plus writing workshops at prominent academic centers in Washington, DC. My specialties include college application...
I can't imagine a better writing tutor; she absolutely exceeded my expectations. I have been in the process of applying for speech-language pathology graduate school. It is an EXTREMELY competitive program (25-35 spots and 400 app... - Marissa, 7 lessons with Amy

Portland, OR
...Psychology, Attention, Information Processing, Social Psychology, Positive Psychology, Human Factors, AP Psychology, and College Applications. Teaching Style: I customize my tutoring to fit your learning style. I typically present an overview and then...
...Psychology, Attention, Information Processing, Social Psychology, Positive Psychology, Human Factors, AP Psychology, and College Applications. Teaching Style: I customize my tutoring to fit your learning style. I typically present an overview and then...
Michelle is smart and a pleasure to work with! She knows her subject matter well and can explain the most complex concepts coherently. I highly recommend her! You won’t be disappointed! - Punita, 7 lessons with Michelle

Portland, OR
I am happy to assist students with their writing skills. I enjoy assisting students with essay editing, college application essays, and term papers. I offer feedback on grammar, punctuation, and content.
I am happy to assist students with their writing skills. I enjoy assisting students with essay editing, college application essays, and term papers. I offer feedback on grammar, punctuation, and content.
Annie gave my son terrific guidance on his SAT preparation! He met with her twice a week for a couple of months beforehand, and she helped him bring his score up 150 points to 1520. He really enjoyed working with her, snd she mo... - Didi, 17 lessons with Anne

Portland, OR
Whether you need extra support with your challenging courses, are looking to help your child build a strong English or Spanish foundation, or want to push yourself more to stand out on your college applications, I am ready to help! I have...
Whether you need extra support with your challenging courses, are looking to help your child build a strong English or Spanish foundation, or want to push yourself more to stand out on your college applications, I am ready to help! I have...

Portland, OR
...motivations. If you're preparing for tests, I offer coaching for the LSAT, GRE, ACT, GED, and TOEFL. I also help with college applications and coursework, specializing in personal statements and thesis research & writing. I support English learners...
...motivations. If you're preparing for tests, I offer coaching for the LSAT, GRE, ACT, GED, and TOEFL. I also help with college applications and coursework, specializing in personal statements and thesis research & writing. I support English learners...
Would highly recommend if you are someone that feels the need to be in contact with your tutor and are interested in getting better with the material. Never thought I would get better at my reading comprehension skills and throu... - Spencer, 27 lessons with Jesse

Portland, OR
...successful. I have extensive experience writing and revising personal statement for college applications, and have helped mentor students through the college application process and have helped them gain acceptance to highly prestigious universities....
...successful. I have extensive experience writing and revising personal statement for college applications, and have helped mentor students through the college application process and have helped them gain acceptance to highly prestigious universities....
Kayla is an excellent tutor - extremely knowledgeable and very skillful in making difficult concepts easy to understand. Kayla has tutored my children in Physics, Chemistry, Algebra 2 and Pre-Calculus. Kayla is very personable, ki... - Joan, 76 lessons with Kayla

Beaverton, OR
...for in accepting their students, pick majors for their future, submit the best financial aid for most aid, finish college application process, write essays, and even register for college classes. I am confident that my years of knowledge and experience...
...for in accepting their students, pick majors for their future, submit the best financial aid for most aid, finish college application process, write essays, and even register for college classes. I am confident that my years of knowledge and experience...

I am excited to help you craft your very own personal narrative, and my extensive experience navigating college admissions has given me the abilities to help you along your journey in making a successful college application.
I am excited to help you craft your very own personal narrative, and my extensive experience navigating college admissions has given me the abilities to help you along your journey in making a successful college application.

...Research in recognition of its originality and scholarly writing quality. I have supported students through the college application process, including school list development, personal statements, extracurricular positioning, and overall application...
...Research in recognition of its originality and scholarly writing quality. I have supported students through the college application process, including school list development, personal statements, extracurricular positioning, and overall application...

Imperial College is one of the top 10 universities in the world. Having graduated from Imperial College and Berklee College, I have the expertise to help you in your college application and admissions process. I have helped numerous...
Imperial College is one of the top 10 universities in the world. Having graduated from Imperial College and Berklee College, I have the expertise to help you in your college application and admissions process. I have helped numerous...
John is extremely knowledgeable and a pleasure to work with. Our first lesson we talked about my goals and worked through crucial exercises. I would recommend John to a friend. - Spencer, 3 lessons with John

Over the last eight years, I have worked with students of all ages from college applicants to foreign medical residency applicants. I have helped 50 people get into their top choice programs all around the country. In the process of doing...
Over the last eight years, I have worked with students of all ages from college applicants to foreign medical residency applicants. I have helped 50 people get into their top choice programs all around the country. In the process of doing...
Divya is patient, friendly, and really good at explaining things. She makes hard topics easy to understand and always checks that I get it before moving on. I feel much more confident thanks to her help. Highly recommend! - Nikolai, 47 lessons with Divya

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,...
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,...
Ben has been an amazing college essay help throughout my whole process so far. He is always there to respond to any messages I send, and he even has quick responses to any of my questions. His work ethic is one of the best I have ... - Rita, 48 lessons with Ben
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