Best Essay Tutor

I am a full-time ELA, Reading, and Writing specialist with over a decade of experience working with students preparing for selective middle schools, high schools, and rigorous academic programs. My work centers on building strong reading comprehension, precise writing, and clear, organized thinking, the core skills that drive success on admissions exams, application essays, and advanced coursework. I have completed over 1,200 hours of one-on-one tutoring and have helped students significan... Read more

American History, Vocabulary, Grammar, Reading, Study Skills, English, ESL/ESOL, SAT Reading

I specialize in college admissions, scholarship tutoring, and student life planning, grounded in my experience as a Stanford University student and Coca-Cola Scholar (top 0.15% of 92,000 applicants). I have supported students in gaining admission to Harvard, Yale, Columbia, Stanford, and other highly selective universities, as well as earning competitive scholarships such as the Coca-Cola Scholarship. My own college essay was selected as one of the ?Best 20 Essays,? and my academic writing at... Read more

SAT Math, SAT Reading, SAT Writing, Career Development, College Counseling

Hi there?I?m a Columbia and USC grad with over a decade of experience in writing and film. I?m here to help students become more confident in their creativity?whether you?re crafting a standout college essay, polishing your script, or tackling a tough writing assignment. I also enjoy helping students with acting, photography as well as every aspect of film production ? from writing to storyboarding to cinematography to editing. For years, I?ve successfully tutored people of all ages?from 9... Read more

Grammar, Reading, Writing, Literature, Proofreading, Theater, Video Production, Film

I am an award-winning author, journalist and corporate communications consultant. Bylines include The Wall Street Journal, NPR's magazine and Village Voice Media - among 200-plus published articles. My consulting clients include the World Bank, World Vision International and George Washington University. Helping hundreds of clients with college essays, I've assessed and addressed the competitive marketplace, enabling compelling prose positioned for admission. With my support, college essa... Read more

Vocabulary, Grammar, Reading, Writing, English, Proofreading, SAT Writing, ACT Reading

Hello Students and Families, For the past 15 years, I?ve had the privilege of guiding students and families through the often-overwhelming college admissions process?and helping them celebrate acceptances at top universities, including every Ivy League school. My journey began with a Master of Science in Education (M.S.Ed.) in School Counseling, where I focused on supporting students as they navigated big academic and life decisions. Since then, I?ve worked with students across the country... Read more

Reading, Study Skills, Writing, English, GED, SAT Reading, TOEFL, ACT English

Hi there! My name is Vick. I graduated from MIT (majored in Finance) in 2020 and have tutored for over 10 years. I specialize in SAT and ACT prep as well as College Admissions (personal statements and interview prep). I can help students brainstorm, draft, edit, and refine their college application essays and plan their admissions strategy to ensure they end up at their dream school. Students I have worked with have been accepted into universities such as Harvard, Yale, Stanford, Cornell, ... Read more

SAT Reading, PSAT, ACT English, College Counseling, Personal Statements

Hello! My name is Ryan, and I am an experienced STEM tutor with 6+ years of experience helping my students achieve their full potential. With a strong background in Math and Computer Science, I?ve helped students ranging from Elementary school through graduating high school seniors. Although many of my students may not have loved subjects like Math and Computer Science at first, I?ve learned how to make it click even for students coming from a place of frustration. Whether you need help... Read more

Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry, Java, SAT Math, SAT Reading, SAT Writing, ACT Math

Hello! I'm Razi, a proud Cum Laude graduate from Harvard University with a BA in Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations. As a naturally creative writer, my pieces have been published in literary journals, news articles, and most notably, the latest edition of "50 Successful Harvard Application Essays." With over 1,000 hours of college essay tutoring and 15+ years engaged in education and creative writing, my mission is to help students amidst college applications craft compelling and dis... Read more

American History, Vocabulary, Reading, Writing, English, Literature, Proofreading, ACT English

Hello! I?m a PhD student in philosophy with a Phil. Master?s degree and a focus on Thomistic ethics, metaphysics, and the history of philosophy. I tutor philosophy, Latin (both classical and ecclesiastical), and academic writing. I?ve given conference presentations on ethics and metaphysics, earned an A on a PhD-level Latin translation exam, and will soon begin teaching three undergraduate philosophy courses. My background in close reading and writing began at Thomas More College, a Great ... Read more

Vocabulary, Grammar, Latin, Reading, Literature, Classics, Essay Writing

Hello! I'm Lydia. I have a master's degree in social work from Louisiana State University. I earned my undergraduate degree from the University of Illinois at Springfield. Summer of 2021 I passed the LMSW licensure test. I have six professional years of tutoring experience. I, however, tutored peers in high school as well and found it to be a passion of mine. I have experience working in a grade school and a high school as a paraprofessional, assisting students with learning disabilities.... Read more

Algebra 1, American History, Vocabulary, Grammar, Geometry, Phonics, Prealgebra, Reading