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Beverly
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Nevada State College
Bachelor of Science, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
Certified Tutor
8+ years
Emily
Learning is a lifelong journey! I received my masters degree in Elementary Education with a concentration in Literacy from the University of Nebraska-Omaha. I am certified to teach K-6 grade. While in college, I worked 4 summers at a children's museum with children from the ages of 4-8. I loved work...
University of Nebraska at Omaha
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University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Bachelor of Education, Elementary School Teaching
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Vy
I graduated as valedictorian at Birdville High School, and now I'm a student at Vanderbilt University pursuing a BA in Cognitive Studies and a minor in Corporate Strategies. I have worked at the Mama Lere Hearing School at the Vanderbilt Medical Center for deaf preschoolers as well as volunteered as...
Vanderbilt University
Bachelor in Arts, Cognitive Studies
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Michelle
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Kean University
Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
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Jeff
I attended The Ohio State University, where I majored in History with a minor in Business. Currently, I am a rising 2L working towards my law degree at Arizona State. I specialize in helping students with Reading and Writing skills. My focus is on creating study habits and techniques that are tailor...
Ohio State University-Main Campus
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Arizona State University
Juris Doctor, Legal Studies
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Taha
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Kingston University
Bachelors, Aerospace Engineering
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5+ years
Mengste
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Purdue University Global
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Kaplan University
Bachelor of Science, Information Technology
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Rebecca
I have been an educator my entire adult life. I began in early childhood to work and be "Mom" at the same time. I followed my own chidlren through their grades. I taught grade school when they attended grade school, middle school, then high school. Now I am an adjunct college professor and train edu...
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2+ years
Tameca L.
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Regis University
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Metropolitan State College of Denver
Bachelors, English (Writing) / Minor: Linguistics
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6+ years
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Bachelors, Mathematics
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Frequently Asked Questions
During your first session, a tutor will review your essay prompt, discuss your target programs, and assess your current draft or starting point. They'll identify your strengths as a writer and pinpoint areas for improvement—whether that's thesis clarity, argument structure, or voice development. This helps create a personalized plan tailored to your specific application goals and writing style.
Tutors work with you to develop a strong thesis statement, create a logical flow between ideas, and ensure each paragraph supports your central argument. They'll help you craft an engaging introduction that hooks admissions committees and a conclusion that reinforces your key points. With personalized feedback on multiple drafts, you'll learn how to structure arguments persuasively while maintaining your authentic voice.
Tutors help you strike the balance between professional tone and personal authenticity—crucial for essays that stand out to admissions committees. They'll guide you on when to use formal language versus conversational phrasing, how to showcase your personality through word choice, and how to maintain consistency throughout. The goal is an essay that sounds like you while demonstrating the maturity and clarity graduate programs expect.
Effective revision involves multiple passes: first focusing on big-picture issues like argument strength and organization, then moving to sentence-level clarity, grammar, and style. Tutors help you develop a revision strategy that prevents overwhelm and maximizes impact. They provide detailed feedback on each draft, explaining not just what to change but why, so you understand the principles behind stronger writing.
Many students struggle with showing rather than telling—using specific examples instead of generic statements about their goals. Others face writer's block when trying to balance personal narrative with academic rigor, or they over-explain their qualifications instead of letting their experiences speak for themselves. Tutors help you overcome these challenges through targeted exercises, feedback, and revision strategies that strengthen your overall approach.
This depends on your starting point and application deadline, but most students benefit from 4-8 sessions spread over several weeks. This allows time for drafting, receiving feedback, revising, and polishing—without rushing the process. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who can work flexibly around your schedule, whether you need intensive support leading up to a deadline or steady guidance over a longer timeline.
Look for tutors with experience in academic writing, familiarity with your field's conventions, and ideally someone who has worked with graduate applicants before. They should understand what admissions committees value and be able to provide constructive feedback that strengthens your argument without changing your voice. Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who specialize in application essays and understand the nuances of graduate-level writing.
Yes—tutors can help you develop a strong foundational essay and then adapt it for different program prompts while maintaining your authentic voice and core narrative. They'll help you identify which elements are transferable and which need to be tailored to each program's specific values and goals. This approach saves time while ensuring each essay feels personalized and compelling.
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