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10+ years
Gabriela
The hardest part of a college application essay isn't the writing — it's figuring out which story to tell and why it matters. Gabriela, a rising junior at Harvard, walks students through brainstorming, drafting, and revising personal statements that sound like them, not like a thesaurus. She knows w...
Harvard University
Current Undergrad, African American Studies
Certified Tutor
7+ years
Gregory
A compelling college essay doesn't summarize a résumé — it reveals how a student thinks. Gregory, who navigated the application process for both Fordham and Seton Hall's competitive diplomacy program, walks students through identifying a genuine narrative thread and shaping it into a piece that admi...
Seton Hall University
Master of Arts, International Relations
Fordham University
Bachelor in Arts, International Economics
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Zarrin
A strong college essay isn't a résumé in paragraph form — it's a single moment or idea rendered so specifically that an admissions reader remembers it. Zarrin's background in both scientific writing and philosophy gives her a sharp eye for turning a student's vague draft into a focused narrative wit...
Mount Holyoke College
Bachelors, Neuroscience and Behavior / Child Development
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Cole
Having gone through the Fordham admissions process himself, Cole knows what makes a college essay land — specificity, voice, and a narrative arc that reveals something a transcript can't. He walks students through brainstorming, drafting, and revision with an emphasis on cutting generic filler and f...
Fordham University
Bachelor of Science, Finance
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Ava
A college application essay needs to sound like a real person, not a résumé in paragraph form — and Ava's philosophy background makes her especially sharp at identifying when a draft is making a genuine argument about who someone is versus just listing accomplishments. She walks students through bra...
Fordham University
Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
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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
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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
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Your first session is all about understanding your goals and writing style. The tutor will review any essays you've started, discuss your college list and application timeline, and identify which aspects of essay writing you'd like to strengthen—whether that's developing a compelling personal narrative, crafting a strong thesis, or refining your voice. This foundation helps create a personalized plan for your remaining sessions.
Strong essay structure is essential for making your story land with admissions officers. A tutor can help you organize your thoughts into a compelling narrative arc, develop a clear thesis that answers the prompt, and ensure each paragraph builds on your central idea. They'll also help you understand how to hook readers in your opening and leave a lasting impression with your conclusion.
Your voice is what makes your essay distinctly yours—it's the tone, word choice, and perspective that reflect who you are. A tutor can help you move beyond overly formal or generic writing by encouraging you to use specific details, personal anecdotes, and language that feels natural to you. They'll provide feedback on where your authentic voice shines and where you might be trying too hard to impress.
Effective revision goes beyond fixing grammar—it's about strengthening your argument and clarifying your message. A tutor can guide you through multiple rounds of revision, focusing first on big-picture issues like organization and clarity, then moving to sentence-level refinements. They'll teach you how to give yourself critical distance from your work, ask the right revision questions, and know when your essay is truly ready to submit.
Many students struggle with showing rather than telling—they summarize experiences instead of bringing readers into the moment with vivid details. Others try to cover too much ground, diluting their message, or they write what they think admissions officers want to hear instead of their authentic story. A tutor helps you avoid these pitfalls by providing targeted feedback and teaching you to recognize these patterns in your own writing.
It's easy to write a great essay that doesn't quite address what the prompt is asking. A tutor can help you break down the prompt, identify what admissions officers really want to know about you, and ensure your essay stays focused on answering their specific question. They'll also help you understand how to adapt your story to different prompts without recycling the same essay.
Starting in the summer before senior year or early fall gives you plenty of time to brainstorm, draft, revise, and polish without rushing. If you're already in the thick of applications, don't worry—a tutor can still help you strengthen essays in progress or tackle remaining prompts. The key is building in enough time for meaningful revision rather than last-minute edits.
Varsity Tutors connects you with experienced writing tutors who specialize in college application essays and understand what admissions officers are looking for. When you get matched with a tutor, you can discuss your specific essays, application timeline, and any particular challenges you're facing. Whether you need help brainstorming your personal statement or polishing supplemental essays, you'll work with someone who can provide personalized feedback tailored to your voice and goals.
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