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5+ years
Sugi
I am currently a 4th year medical student at Baylor College of Medicine and previously graduated from Rice University, Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor's degree in Cognitive Science and Biochemistry & Cell Biology. I have served on admissions interview committees for Rice and Baylor College of Medici...
Rice University
Bachelor's degree in Cognitive Science and Biochemistry & Cell Biology
Baylor College of Medicine
Doctor of Medicine, Ophthalmic Technology

Certified Tutor
9+ years
Molly
I am a Communications Major with a penchant for reading, writing, some math, and film! (I picked up a Cinema Studies Minor as well) I used to be an editor in a few newspapers, so I love working with others to improve their writing skills. I have tutored many areas in both high school and college and...
University of Pennsylvania
Current Undergrad Student, Communication, General

Certified Tutor
15+ years
Sarah
I am happy to call Houston home now! I graduated from Vanderbilt University with a degree in Art History and Child Development and completed my master's degree in Communications at the American University of Paris.
American University of Paris
Master of Arts, Communications
Vanderbilt University
Bachelor of Arts in Art History and Child Development

Certified Tutor
8+ years
Wendel
I am a multi-subject polymath with great and depth in what I teach who always places the needs, desires and dreams of students first. A Lifelong Scholar focused on Excellence, my praxis seeks to empower those I I teach by infecting them with passion for critical thinking and awakening and nurturing ...
University of the Cumberlands
Master of Arts Teaching, English
University of Washington
Bachelor in Arts, Music

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Adam
I am a Rice University graduate with a Bachelor of Arts in Cognitive Sciences and a minor in Spanish. In the fall, I plan on beginning a master's in Human-Computer Interaction at University College London. I have extensive experience helping students with Math, Writing, Spanish, and the ACT. My prim...
Rice University
Bachelor of Arts in Cognitive Sciences (minor in Spanish)

Certified Tutor
7+ years
Lila
I am currently a rising Senior at Rice University from Alexandria, Virginia. I'm studying Political Science and Latin American Studies with a minor in Politics, Law and Social Thought. After I graduate I hope to go to law school to become an immigration lawyer.
Rice University
Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government

Certified Tutor
4+ years
Emmanuel
I am a graduate of the Johns Hopkins University with a major in Behavioral Biology. I am seeking admission to MD/PhD programs so a lot of my time has been spent in the lab, from a computational neuroscience lab at Hopkins to a genome editing lab at Rice. That being said, I have extensive experience ...
Johns Hopkins University
Bachelor of Science in Behavioral Biology

Certified Tutor
Kendall
I am able to tutor in a variety of subjects from middle school all the way up to introductory college courses. I especially enjoy helping students with math or English coursework. I can also help with a variety of standardized tests, from the SSAT to the MCAT. I am very interested in helping student...
Rice University
Bachelor in Arts

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Jessica
I am a career educator with multiple degrees in a variety of disciplines. I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Rice University, a Master of Education in Learning and Teaching from Harvard University, a Master of Education in Counseling from Texas Southern University, a Master of Education in...
Harvard University
Master of Education in Learning and Teaching
Rice University
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
The University of Texas at Austin
Doctor of Philosophy, Special Education
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Your first session is focused on understanding your writing goals and current challenges. A tutor will review samples of your work, discuss what you're working on (essays, creative writing, standardized test prep), and identify specific areas for improvement—whether that's thesis development, organization, grammar, or writing voice. This helps create a personalized plan tailored to your needs.
One-on-one writing tutoring provides immediate, detailed feedback on your actual work rather than generic grammar rules. A tutor can show you exactly why a sentence isn't working, help you strengthen your thesis, and guide you through revision strategies—building skills you'll apply to every piece of writing. This targeted approach accelerates improvement far more than classroom instruction alone, where teachers manage 20+ students with limited time for individual writing feedback.
Yes. Tutors work with you on essay structure, from brainstorming and outlining to building compelling arguments and supporting claims with evidence. They can help you craft a clear thesis, organize body paragraphs logically, and strengthen your reasoning—skills that apply across all your classes, from English essays to history papers and college applications.
Writing tutoring covers both grammar and style. While a tutor can help with punctuation and sentence construction, they also work on developing your unique writing voice, word choice, tone, and clarity. Strong writing requires both technical correctness and the ability to engage readers—tutors help you master both.
Absolutely. Tutors can teach you how to properly format citations, integrate sources into your writing, and avoid plagiarism using MLA, APA, Chicago, or whatever style your assignments require. They'll help you understand not just the format rules, but how to use sources effectively to strengthen your arguments.
Yes. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors experienced in SAT and ACT essay/writing sections, as well as AP English exams. They understand the specific requirements and time constraints of these tests and can help you develop strategies for planning, drafting, and revising under pressure while meeting scoring rubrics.
Yes. With 945 schools across Houston's 45 school districts, writing expectations vary significantly. Tutors can work with your specific curriculum, whether you're in a traditional public school, charter school, or private institution, and align tutoring with what your teachers expect in terms of style, format, and content.
Yes. Whether you're working on short stories, poetry, personal narratives, college essays, or research papers, tutors can provide feedback and guidance. They help you understand the different conventions and goals of each type of writing, from developing compelling characters and dialogue to building logical arguments and supporting evidence.
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