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2+ years
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
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
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
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
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Samantha
I'm a first-year medical student and recent graduate from Duke University, where I studied Global Health Determinants, Behaviors, and Interventions. From running a piano program at a nonprofit children's theatre to private tutoring in math, science, and standardized test prep, I enjoy helping my stu...
Duke University
Bachelors in Global Health Determinants, Behaviors, and Interventions
Harvard Medical School
Current Grad Student, MD
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Earnest
I am comfortable with either setting. I'm confident that I can help you (or your student) achieve to the best of their ability, so please don't hesitate to get in touch!
University of Pennsylvania
Masters, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelors, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Samuel
I am a freshman at Caltech majoring in Applied and Computational Mathematics. My favorite subject to tutor is math because I find it very rewarding to simplify complex topics to aid in understanding. I have lots of tutoring experience. In high school, I ran and taught an SAT prep class and was vice ...
California Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics
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Frequently Asked Questions
Private high schools use application essays to understand who you are beyond grades and test scores. Your essay is often the first chance to show admissions officers your personality, values, and writing ability. A strong essay can be the deciding factor between acceptance and rejection, especially when academic credentials are similar among applicants.
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 down their topic, organizing their thoughts clearly, or developing a compelling thesis. Time management and multiple revision rounds can also feel overwhelming, especially when balancing other applications and schoolwork.
Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who provide detailed feedback on your essay structure, argumentation, and voice. Tutors work with you through the entire writing process—from brainstorming and outlining to drafting and revising—helping you strengthen weak areas and develop your unique perspective. This personalized approach ensures your essay authentically represents who you are while meeting the specific requirements of your target schools.
Your first session typically involves discussing your target schools, understanding their essay prompts, and assessing your current writing level. The tutor will help you brainstorm topics, identify what makes your story compelling, and create a roadmap for your essay. This foundation allows the tutor to tailor future sessions to your specific needs and goals.
A tutor will guide you through developing a clear thesis, creating topic sentences that support your main idea, and structuring paragraphs with strong evidence and examples. They'll help you identify logical flow issues, eliminate repetition, and ensure each sentence serves a purpose. Strong organization makes your argument more persuasive and keeps admissions officers engaged throughout your essay.
Your authentic voice comes from writing honestly about experiences that matter to you, using language that feels natural rather than overly formal. A tutor can help you identify when you're trying too hard to sound impressive versus when you're genuinely expressing yourself. Through revision and feedback, you'll learn to balance professionalism with personality, creating an essay that sounds like you while meeting academic standards.
Effective revision happens in stages: first focus on big-picture issues like organization and thesis clarity, then move to paragraph-level coherence, and finally address grammar and word choice. A tutor will help you prioritize these levels of revision and provide targeted feedback so you're not overwhelmed by trying to fix everything at once. Multiple revision rounds with expert guidance significantly improve your essay's quality and impact.
Most students benefit from starting 2-3 months before their application deadline, allowing time for brainstorming, multiple drafts, and revisions. The exact timeline depends on how many essays you need to write and how much support you need. Working with a tutor throughout this period ensures you're not rushing at the last minute and have time to incorporate feedback thoughtfully.
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