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6+ years
Peyton
A college application essay isn't a résumé in paragraph form — admissions readers want a voice, a specific moment, and a point of view. Peyton walks students through brainstorming, drafting, and ruthless editing so the final product sounds like them at their most compelling. Her marketing training g...
Taylor University
Bachelor in Arts, Marketing
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Emily
Emily's MFA in Photography trained her to build a portfolio around a single cohesive vision — a skill that translates directly to college essays, where the goal is distilling years of experiences into one sharp, revealing narrative. She treats each draft like an editorial project, cutting anything t...
Savannah College of Art and Design
Master of Fine Arts, Photography
New College of Florida
Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Certified Tutor
6+ years
The hardest part of a college application essay isn't the writing — it's figuring out which story to tell and why it matters. Krina walks students through brainstorming personal experiences, identifying a genuine through-line, and drafting narratives that sound like them rather than a thesaurus. As ...
University
Bachelor's
Certified Tutor
2+ years
As a passionate educator with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology & Sociology from Rhodes College, I have over 4 years of experience tutoring students in college and university admissions, as well as crafting compelling college application essays. My teaching philosophy centers on fostering a supp...
Rhodes College
Bachelor's
Certified Tutor
10+ years
A strong college application essay needs a specific, honest voice — not a résumé rewritten in paragraph form. Hannah is a working freelance writer with an article forthcoming in The New Inquiry, so she knows how to shape a personal narrative that holds a reader's attention from the first line. She w...
New College of Florida
Bachelors, English
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
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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
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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
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
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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
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Frequently Asked Questions
College essays are often the most personal part of your application—they're where admissions officers get to know you beyond grades and test scores. A strong essay can differentiate you from other applicants with similar academic profiles, especially at competitive schools. Essays give you a chance to explain your background, values, and what makes you unique as a student and person.
Many students struggle with finding their authentic voice—trying to sound "impressive" rather than genuine. Others face writer's block when staring at a blank page, or they write essays that are unfocused and don't clearly answer the prompt. Time management is another big challenge, especially when juggling essays for multiple schools with different requirements and deadlines.
A tutor can help you develop a clear thesis and organize your thoughts into a compelling narrative arc. They'll work with you to identify which stories or experiences best illustrate your main point, and help you craft an engaging introduction and conclusion. With personalized feedback on your drafts, you'll learn how to build arguments that feel natural rather than forced.
Effective revision goes beyond fixing grammar—it's about strengthening your ideas and voice. Start by reading your essay aloud to catch awkward phrasing, then ask yourself if every sentence serves your main point. A tutor can provide objective feedback on what's working and what needs clarification, helping you revise with purpose rather than just making surface-level changes.
Most students benefit from starting essays 2-3 months before deadlines, allowing time for multiple drafts and feedback. If you're applying to several schools, a tutor can help you prioritize which essays to tackle first and identify common themes you can adapt across applications. They'll also help you stay organized and meet individual school deadlines without last-minute stress.
Your authentic voice comes through when you write about what genuinely matters to you, not what you think admissions officers want to hear. Use specific details, examples, and your natural way of speaking rather than formal or overly complex language. A tutor can help you identify when you're being authentic versus when you're trying too hard, and guide you toward writing that feels true to who you are.
Yes—each school has unique prompts designed to learn specific things about you. Some ask about your background or challenges, others about your academic interests or why you want to attend their school. A tutor can help you understand what each prompt is really asking for and tailor your response accordingly, rather than using a generic essay for every application.
Your first session is about getting to know you and understanding your goals. A tutor will ask about which schools you're applying to, any essays you've already started, and what challenges you're facing. You'll leave with a clear plan for your essay timeline and next steps, whether that's brainstorming topics, drafting your first essay, or revising work you've already completed.
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