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7+ years
Jasmine
I am a recent graduate from The University of Texas at Austin, where I triple majored in Plan II Honors, Psychology, and Music. I have always valued education and effective testing taking strategies, especially as an incoming medical student. I am very meticulous, patient, and motivating! I have tut...
The University of Texas at Austin
Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
University of North Texas Health Science Center
Doctor of Medicine, Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Natalie
I know firsthand how much effort it takes to succeed. I earned a 1520 SAT, 33 ACT, and a 4.0 GPA before graduating with a Bachelor's in Finance and a minor in Political Science from BYU. With over two years of tutoring experience, I've helped students of all ages, from elementary kids learning to re...
Brigham Young University
Bachelor's
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
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
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
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
Certified Tutor
Tony
I am a recent graduate of Yale University and incoming first year medical student at Columbia University. Originally from the DC area, I have always had a passion for science and medicine and pursued a degree in Biology while at Yale. During the 2008-2009 academic year, I tutored science, math, Engl...
Yale University
Bachelor of Science in Biology
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Sharon
I am a graduate of the University of Chicago, and I will be starting a graduate program at Columbia in August. I am about to complete a year of service with City Year, an education non-profit that places young adults into under-served schools. As a City Year member, I worked full-time in the classro...
Columbia University in the City of New York
Master of Science, Journalism
University of Chicago
Bachelor in Arts
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Frequently Asked Questions
Your first session is all about understanding your goals and writing style. A tutor will discuss what you're working on—whether it's short stories, poetry, essays, or another form—and identify areas where you'd like to improve, like character development, dialogue, or narrative structure. This helps create a personalized plan tailored to your creative voice and skill level.
Many students struggle with writer's block, organization, and developing compelling characters or plots. Others find it hard to show rather than tell their stories, maintain consistent voice, or revise their work effectively. A tutor can help you work through these obstacles by providing targeted feedback, brainstorming techniques, and revision strategies that strengthen your writing.
Unlike classroom settings where teachers may have limited time for individual feedback, personalized 1-on-1 instruction allows a tutor to read your work closely and provide detailed, constructive comments on everything from plot pacing to sentence-level style. This targeted feedback helps you understand your strengths and specific areas to develop, making revision more focused and effective.
Absolutely. Tutors work with you through brainstorming, outlining, drafting, and revising—not just editing final drafts. Whether you're stuck on your opening paragraph, struggling to develop your middle, or refining your ending, a tutor can guide you through each stage and help you build stronger writing habits overall.
Your writing voice is what makes your stories distinctly yours—your word choices, sentence rhythms, and perspective. A tutor helps you explore and strengthen your voice by analyzing what works in your writing, discussing authors you admire, and encouraging you to take creative risks. Over time, you'll become more confident in your style and better able to adapt it for different genres or audiences.
Yes. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors experienced across many genres—fiction, poetry, memoir, screenwriting, fantasy, romance, and more. Whether you're interested in mastering a particular genre or exploring multiple forms, you can find a tutor whose expertise matches your creative goals.
With an average student-teacher ratio of 14.5:1 across San Antonio's 42 school districts, many students don't get enough individual attention on their creative work in class. Personalized tutoring fills that gap, giving you dedicated time to develop your craft, receive detailed feedback, and build confidence in your writing abilities.
Simply tell us about your creative writing goals and experience level. Varsity Tutors will match you with a tutor who fits your needs, and you can begin working together at a pace that works for you. Whether you're just starting to explore creative writing or looking to refine advanced skills, we have tutors ready to help.
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