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Certified Tutor
2+ years
Emily
I have been tutoring for over 7 years and have gotten to see so many wonderful "aha" moments in my students! I love the feeling of helping a young learner gain confidence and independence in their learning skills and subject matter. My personal philosophy is that any subject can be fun, we just have...
Colorado State University-Fort Collins
PhD
Arizona State University
PhD
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Alana
Getting into a competitive high school requires more than good grades — the application needs to reveal a student's personality and potential in a very small space. Alana walks applicants through every component, from short-answer responses to interview prep, drawing on her own experience navigating...
Yale University
Bachelor's
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
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
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
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
Certified Tutor
Charles
I am a junior Mechanical Engineering major at Yale, and I hope to become a Naval Aviator after college. I am also a varsity sailor, and enjoy playing music with friends when I can get some free time. I have been tutoring my fellow students throughout my entire academic career, and I would best descr...
Yale University
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Annie
I am currently a second year medical student. I was a Physiological Sciences major at UCLA (class of 2015), and pursued research during my gap year between undergrad and medical school.
University of California Los Angeles
Bachelors, Physiological Sciences
Drexel University College of Medicine
Current Grad Student, MD
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Frequently Asked Questions
High school application tutoring helps students navigate the entire admissions process, from selecting schools that match their academic and personal goals to crafting compelling essays, preparing for entrance exams, and organizing application materials. Tutors work with students to strengthen their candidacy across all components—academics, test scores, extracurriculars, and personal narratives—ensuring each application reflects their best self.
Most students benefit from starting in 7th or 8th grade to build strong academic foundations and explore their interests, though 9th graders can still make significant progress. For students applying to competitive or specialized high schools in the Toledo area, beginning in 8th grade allows time to strengthen grades, prepare for entrance exams, and develop a thoughtful school list without rushing.
Tutors guide students through the entire essay-writing process—brainstorming meaningful topics, developing a clear narrative voice, drafting and revising multiple times, and ensuring essays answer prompts directly. Rather than writing for students, tutors ask probing questions to help them discover their own authentic stories and refine their writing until it stands out to admissions committees.
Many students work with a single tutor who addresses both application strategy and test preparation, creating a cohesive plan. However, if your student needs intensive exam prep (for entrance exams like ISEE, SSAT, or school-specific assessments), some families connect with a tutor who specializes in that area while maintaining their application coach—it depends on your student's needs and timeline.
With 112 schools across 32 districts in the Toledo area, finding the right fit requires understanding your student's academic level, interests, and goals. Tutors help students research schools, identify which programs align with their strengths, and create a balanced school list that includes reach, target, and safety options—increasing the likelihood of admission to schools where they'll thrive.
School counselors support many students with limited one-on-one time, while personalized tutoring provides focused attention on your student's unique strengths, challenges, and goals. Tutors create customized strategies for essay topics, test preparation, and school selection—pacing instruction to match your student's learning style and ensuring nothing falls through the cracks during this critical process.
The first session is an assessment and planning meeting where the tutor learns about your student's academic history, target schools, timeline, and specific concerns—whether that's test anxiety, essay writing, or school selection. Together, they'll outline a personalized roadmap with clear milestones, identify which areas need the most support, and establish how frequently you should meet to stay on track.
Many students see improvements in essay quality within 3-4 weeks of consistent work, while test score gains and stronger applications typically develop over 2-3 months of regular tutoring. Starting early—ideally in 8th grade—gives students time to build strong habits, strengthen academics, and submit polished applications, but meaningful progress is possible even with a shorter timeline if you begin promptly.
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