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Alana
Having navigated the admissions process at Yale and later earned a Fulbright to Imperial College London, Alana knows firsthand how a well-crafted personal essay can open doors — and she brings that insight down to the middle school level, where the challenge is distilling a young person's personalit...
Yale University
Bachelor's
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Alicia
Private school admissions essays ask young writers to do something surprisingly difficult: sound mature without sounding rehearsed. Alicia is particularly skilled at drawing out a middle schooler's genuine interests and personality, then coaching them to express those ideas in clear, confident prose...
Columbia University
Master's/Graduate
University of Saint Joseph
Bachelor's
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Bilge
Private school admissions essays ask younger writers to do something surprisingly difficult: be genuine and specific in a very short space. Bilge approaches these essays by first drawing out the details that make a student memorable — a particular curiosity, a moment of growth, a quirky interest — t...
Wesleyan University
Doctorate (e.g., PhD, MD, JD, etc.)
Middle East Technical University
Bachelor's
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Private high school applications ask young writers to do something surprisingly difficult: be reflective and specific about who they are at twelve or thirteen years old. Eric excels at drawing out a student's genuine voice through targeted questions, then teaching them how to organize those ideas in...
University of Chicago
Bachelor's
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Kate
I'm available to tutor biology, chemistry, physics, math from Algebra up through AP Calculus, SAT test prep, and French. I've been tutoring students in science and math for 7 years. I also spent 8 months working and studying in France, and have tutored high school and adult students in French. When ...
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Masters, Environmental Engineering
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Bachelors
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Jai
I'm a recent Stanford graduate (Electrical Engineering and Computer Science), and have been working at a major Management Consulting firm for a few years now. I personally scored a 2360 (out of 2400) on the SAT and 35 on the ACT and was successful in gaining admission to several top universities. I'...
Stanford University
Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Certified Tutor
I am a licensed physician from Florida who is currently changing careers. I graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 2009 and have extensive tutoring and editing experience. While a student, I became a certified writing tutor through the Critical Writing Department. Since I completed my writ...
Nova Southeastern University
PHD, Medicine
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelors, History
University of Pennsylvania
undergraduate
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Erika
I am available to tutor middle and high school math, history and test prep. I have tutored math and history in the past and I previously taught a test prep course at a school in Hanoi, Vietnam. I have a lot of experience teaching all the need-to-know tricks to doing great on the SATS/ACTS! When I am...
Harvard University
Master of Public Policy, Public Policy
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Jeffrey
I am enrolled in the Mechanical Engineering PhD program at Rice University which will begin Fall 2020, and I am hoping to return to academia as a professor after earning my PhD. In the meantime, I am looking to share my passion for gaining knowledge, specifically in STEM, by educating the up and com...
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor of Science
Rice University
Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Rhea
I am a current student at the University of Chicago. I am working towards a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences, and I am on the pre-medical track. I am extremely passionate about tutoring, and I have several years of experience tutoring students in my high school's learning center in various...
University of Chicago
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
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Frequently Asked Questions
The application essay is often one of the most important components of a private school application. While grades and test scores show academic capability, your essay reveals your personality, writing ability, and why you're a good fit for the school. Admissions officers use essays to understand how you think, communicate, and what matters to you—qualities that numbers alone can't capture.
Many students struggle with finding their authentic voice while trying to impress admissions officers, leading to overly formal or generic writing. Others have difficulty narrowing their topic, organizing their thoughts coherently, or developing a strong thesis that ties their experiences to why they want to attend that specific school. Writer's block and the pressure of the application process can also make it hard to start and complete revisions.
Personalized 1-on-1 instruction provides targeted feedback on your essay structure, argument development, and writing voice—things that generic writing guides can't address. A tutor can help you brainstorm compelling topics, organize your ideas logically, revise for clarity and impact, and ensure your essay authentically represents who you are while meeting the school's expectations. This individualized approach helps you avoid common pitfalls and submit an essay you're confident in.
In your first session, a tutor will typically discuss the specific essay prompts you're working on, learn about your background and interests, and assess your current writing level. You'll explore potential topics together, identify what makes your story unique, and create a plan for drafting and revising. This foundation helps the tutor tailor future sessions to your specific needs and goals.
Rather than just marking errors, tutors guide you through revision strategies like reading your essay aloud to catch awkward phrasing, reorganizing paragraphs for better flow, and strengthening weak arguments. They help you understand *why* changes improve your writing, so you develop skills you can apply to future essays. Multiple revision sessions ensure your final essay is polished, compelling, and ready for submission.
Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who have experience helping students with private school applications and writing instruction. When you reach out, you can specify your needs—whether you need help with brainstorming, drafting, or final revisions—and get matched with someone who understands both strong essay writing and what private schools are looking for.
Ideally, start tutoring at least 4-6 weeks before your deadline to allow time for brainstorming, drafting, multiple revision rounds, and final polishing. If your deadline is sooner, tutors can work with you on an accelerated schedule, though having more time typically results in a stronger final essay. The earlier you begin, the less rushed the process feels and the more thoughtful your essay can be.
A tutor helps you find the balance between sounding mature and professional while keeping your authentic voice. This means using language that feels natural to you, sharing genuine experiences and reflections, and avoiding clichés or overly complex sentences just to sound impressive. Through feedback and revision, you'll learn to write with confidence and clarity—the qualities that actually impress admissions officers most.
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