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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
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
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
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
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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
Private high school admissions committees use essays to understand who you are beyond grades and test scores. Your essay demonstrates your writing ability, critical thinking, and personality—helping admissions officers see what you'd contribute to their school community. A strong essay can be the deciding factor, especially when academic credentials are similar across applicants.
Students often struggle with finding their authentic voice, trying to sound overly formal or writing what they think admissions officers want to hear. Other frequent issues include weak thesis development, poor organization that makes essays hard to follow, and failing to show rather than tell through specific examples and anecdotes. Many students also rush the revision process, missing opportunities to strengthen their arguments and refine their writing.
Tutors provide personalized feedback on your essay's structure, thesis clarity, and argument development—identifying exactly where your writing needs strengthening. They guide you through the revision process, helping you develop a stronger voice, organize your ideas more effectively, and support claims with compelling evidence. Rather than rewriting for you, tutors teach you the skills to make your essay authentically yours while meeting admissions standards.
Bring any essay prompts from schools you're applying to, along with a draft or outline if you have one started. If you're just beginning, bring notes about your ideas, experiences, or themes you're considering exploring. It's also helpful to bring any feedback you've already received from teachers or mentors, so your tutor understands what you've been working on.
Ideally, start tutoring at least 4-6 weeks before your deadline to allow time for multiple drafts and revisions. This timeline gives you space to brainstorm ideas, develop your essay through several rounds of feedback, and polish your final submission without rushing. If your deadline is sooner, tutors can still help you significantly, but starting earlier reduces stress and produces stronger results.
Your voice comes from writing authentically about experiences and perspectives that matter to you, rather than adopting a formal tone you think sounds impressive. Use specific details, examples, and language that reflect how you actually think and speak. A tutor can help you identify when you're forcing a voice that isn't yours and guide you toward writing that feels genuine while still meeting academic standards.
Yes, tutors can help you with essays for multiple schools, even when prompts vary significantly. They'll help you develop core themes and strengths you want to highlight, then tailor your approach to each school's specific prompt and values. This ensures consistency in quality across all your applications while keeping each essay personalized and authentic.
Varsity Tutors connects you with experienced tutors who specialize in private school application essays and understand what admissions committees are looking for. You can share your timeline and specific needs, and we'll match you with a tutor whose expertise aligns with your goals. Most students get started with a personalized session focused on your essay goals and application timeline.
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