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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
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
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
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
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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
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
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
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
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
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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
Your first session is about understanding your goals and writing style. A tutor will review any essay prompts you have, discuss what schools you're targeting, and assess your current writing strengths and areas for growth. This helps create a personalized plan focused on developing a compelling voice and addressing specific challenges like organization, thesis development, or revision strategies.
Strong essay structure is crucial for admissions officers to follow your ideas. Tutors work with you on crafting a clear thesis, organizing body paragraphs with supporting evidence, and writing conclusions that reinforce your main points. They'll also help you develop your unique voice and ensure each paragraph serves a purpose in telling your story to admissions committees.
Effective revision goes beyond fixing grammar—it's about strengthening your argument and clarifying your ideas. Tutors provide personalized feedback on multiple drafts, helping you identify weak spots, eliminate unnecessary words, and refine your voice. They'll guide you through revision strategies like reading aloud, checking for logical flow, and ensuring your essay answers the prompt authentically.
Your voice is what makes your essay memorable to admissions committees. Tutors help you find the balance between formal writing and genuine personality by analyzing your natural writing patterns, encouraging specific examples from your life, and showing you how to maintain consistency throughout your essay. This personalized approach ensures your essay sounds like you, not a generic template.
Common pitfalls include unclear thesis statements, trying to sound overly formal, weak organization that loses the reader, and failing to answer the specific prompt. Students also struggle with showing rather than telling, overusing clichés, and not leaving enough time for revision. Working with a tutor helps you avoid these mistakes by providing expert feedback and teaching you revision strategies before you submit.
Most students benefit from starting essay preparation 2-3 months before their application deadline. This gives you time to brainstorm ideas, write multiple drafts, receive personalized feedback from a tutor, and revise thoughtfully. The exact timeline depends on how many essays you need to write and your current writing level, which a tutor can help you assess in your first session.
Many strong essays fail because they don't directly address what the prompt is asking. Tutors teach you how to break down prompts, identify key questions, and ensure every paragraph connects back to those core requirements. They'll help you avoid going off-topic and show you how to use the prompt as a roadmap for your essay structure.
Look for tutors with strong writing backgrounds—ideally with experience in English, literature, or admissions counseling. They should understand private high school application requirements and be able to provide constructive feedback on everything from thesis development to grammar. Varsity Tutors connects you with experienced tutors in Ogden who specialize in helping students craft compelling application essays.
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