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10+ years
Aaron
Blank-page paralysis is real, and Aaron tackles it by teaching students to separate drafting from editing — getting ideas down first, then shaping them into something precise. His experience writing across disciplines, from lab reports in biochemistry to analytical essays in the humanities, means he...
Carleton College
Current Undergrad, Geology and Biochemistry
Certified Tutor
Alicia
Alicia treats writing as a craft with movable parts — thesis structure, sentence rhythm, transitions that actually do work — rather than a mysterious talent some students have and others don't. Her MA in Literary Studies and her own fiction writing give her a sharp editorial eye for everything from ...
University of Iowa
Master of Arts, Literary Studies
Lawrence University
Bachelor in Arts, English, music
Certified Tutor
10+ years
James
As a Ph.D. student who writes extensively for academic journals and coursework, James treats writing as a craft built on revision, not inspiration. He walks through the full process — brainstorming a thesis, organizing evidence, finding a voice that fits the assignment — so students leave with a rep...
Northwest Missouri State University
Bachelor of Science, Psychology
Certified Tutor
Edward
I am currently studying chemical engineering at the University of Michigan. I have always helped out my fellow students with schoolwork, and I have tutored in the National Honor Society for three years. My tutoring strengths include my abilities to stay calm, be patient, and offer different perspect...
University
Bachelor's
Certified Tutor
9+ years
I am also a teaching assistant for one of the psychology professors, and I help students in introduction to psychology learn concepts and prep for exams.
Creighton University
Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Certified Tutor
7+ years
Maria
I am my strongest and best self when helping others. As an enthusiastic, passionate, and dependable teacher, I am consistently working to share and engage with the material I love.
Saint Louis University-Main Campus
Master of Arts, Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
Washington University in St. Louis
Bachelor in Business Administration
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Shreya
I am a 4th-year student at the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities. I am pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience, along with a Bachelor of Arts in English.
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Matthew
I'm working towards a degree in computer science, but I've thought about switching that over to mathematics-well because I love math. Outside of school subjects; I play video games, do cross country, and like watching documentaries and superhero films.
University of Nebraska at Omaha
Current Undergrad, Computer Science
Certified Tutor
8+ years
Oen
I am an undergraduate student attending Grinnell College in Iowa to pursue a B.A. in Computer Science. I grew up in Minnesota, and now I am staying in Omaha. I like traveling, meeting new people, and learning everything that I can.
Grinnell College
Bachelor in Arts, 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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Frequently Asked Questions
Your first session is about understanding your writing goals and current challenges. A tutor will review samples of your work, discuss what you're working on—whether that's essays, creative writing, or test prep—and identify specific areas to focus on, like organization, thesis development, or grammar. This helps create a personalized plan tailored to your needs.
Tutors work with you on the fundamentals of essay organization: crafting a strong thesis, building supporting arguments, and creating logical flow between paragraphs. Rather than just marking mistakes, they'll guide you through the writing process—from brainstorming and outlining to revision—so you develop skills you can apply to any essay assignment.
Yes—thesis development is one of the most common areas tutors focus on. They'll help you move beyond vague statements to arguments that are specific, debatable, and supported by evidence. Through practice and feedback on your own writing, you'll learn how to craft thesis statements that give your essays direction and purpose.
A tutor provides objective feedback that's hard to give yourself, helping you see structural issues, unclear arguments, and areas where your voice could be stronger. They'll teach you a revision strategy that goes beyond fixing typos—focusing on big-picture changes first, then sentence-level clarity—so you develop a process you can use independently on future assignments.
Absolutely. Tutors can teach you the mechanics of different citation styles and, more importantly, help you understand *why* citations matter for academic integrity. They'll review your citations in context of your actual essays, so you learn to apply formatting rules correctly rather than just memorizing rules.
Writer's block often stems from unclear thinking about your topic or fear of starting imperfectly. Tutors help by breaking the writing process into manageable steps—brainstorming, outlining, and drafting—rather than trying to write a perfect essay all at once. They can also teach you strategies like freewriting or talking through ideas to get past the initial hurdle.
Grammar is important, but great writing also requires clarity, voice, and persuasive power. Tutors help you develop your unique writing voice while maintaining appropriate tone for your audience. They'll guide you on when to follow grammar rules strictly and when you can bend them for effect—skills that make your writing more engaging and effective.
Yes. Tutors help you move beyond plot summary to deeper analysis—identifying themes, understanding author's purpose, and supporting interpretations with textual evidence. Strong reading comprehension and analytical skills are the foundation for strong essays, so tutors often work on both together to help you write more compelling literary analysis papers.
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