Award-Winning Scholarship Essays
Tutors
Who needs tutoring?
FEATURED BY
TUTORS FROM
- YaleUniversity
- PrincetonUniversity
- StanfordUniversity
- CornellUniversity
Award-Winning Scholarship Essays Tutors

Certified Tutor
2+ years
Vicente
Scholarship committees read hundreds of essays that all claim leadership and perseverance — the ones that win pick a single vivid moment and connect it to a clear future goal. Vicente teaches students to identify that moment, structure their argument around it, and revise ruthlessly for clarity and ...
Cornell University
Bachelor's

Certified Tutor
2+ years
Alana
Winning a Fulbright Scholarship taught Alana exactly how competitive essay panels think: they skim hundreds of applications and stop only when a clear, specific narrative grabs them. She teaches students to identify the one throughline that connects their background to the scholarship's mission, the...
Yale University
Bachelor's

Certified Tutor
2+ years
Kinverli
I am Kinverli, currently pursuing my Bachelor's degree in Computer Science at Johns Hopkins University. As a dedicated tutor with over 5 years of experience, I am extremely passionate about fostering a enriching environment for students to learn- not only new subjects- soft and technical traits for ...
Johns Hopkins University
Bachelor's (in progress)

Certified Tutor
2+ years
Alicia
Scholarship committees read hundreds of essays that all claim leadership and a desire to make a difference. Alicia teaches students to cut through that noise by identifying one vivid, specific experience and connecting it directly to the scholarship's mission. Her editing process tightens language a...
Columbia University
Master's/Graduate
University of Saint Joseph
Bachelor's

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
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
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
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
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
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
Top 20 Other Subjects
Meet Our Expert Tutors
Connect with highly-rated educators ready to help you succeed.
Samantha
Pre-Algebra Tutor • +38 Subjects
I'm a first-year medical student and recent graduate from Duke University, where I studied Global Health Determinants, Behaviors, and Interventions. From running a piano program at a nonprofit children's theatre to private tutoring in math, science, and standardized test prep, I enjoy helping my students become confident and self-sufficient learners! Hobbies: photography, travel, reading, music, writing, running, art, books, traveling
Pinelopi
Pre-Algebra Tutor • +25 Subjects
I am a Duke University graduate with a Bachelors degree in Psychology. I have experience tutoring all levels of Spanish language, all sections of the SAT, as well as algebra, pre algebra, geometry, and pre-calculus! I love kids & I have a very flexible schedule and a lot of patience! Let me help you :)
MaryAnn
Calculus Tutor • +21 Subjects
I am a published author who has enjoyed “coaching” our daughter, as she navigated through high school, college and graduate school. I mentor college juniors who are seeking careers in financial services, and I serve as a peer resource to professionals who are transitioning from private industry to the nonprofit sector. Hobbies: reading, cooking, writing, books, music, art, travel
Earnest
Pre-Algebra Tutor • +26 Subjects
I am comfortable with either setting. I'm confident that I can help you (or your student) achieve to the best of their ability, so please don't hesitate to get in touch!
Tony
Calculus Tutor • +28 Subjects
I am a recent graduate of Yale University and incoming first year medical student at Columbia University. Originally from the DC area, I have always had a passion for science and medicine and pursued a degree in Biology while at Yale. During the 2008-2009 academic year, I tutored science, math, English, history, and Mandarin Chinese part-time with a DC-based tutoring company. At Yale, I worked as a freshman counselor to provide academic and career advice to incoming freshmen. I have taken both SAT and MCAT test prep classes and am familiar with both tests as well as the preparation necessary to score well. My personal career goals include attending medical school to pursue either immunology/infectious diseases or psych/neurology, teaching biology at the university level, and working in public/global health with either the CDC or the WHO.
Annie
Pre-Algebra Tutor • +28 Subjects
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.
Sharon
Pre-Algebra Tutor • +29 Subjects
I am a graduate of the University of Chicago, and I will be starting a graduate program at Columbia in August. I am about to complete a year of service with City Year, an education non-profit that places young adults into under-served schools. As a City Year member, I worked full-time in the classroom with middle-school students who were in approximately the 10th percentile for math (meaning they score lower than 90% of students). One-fourth of those students were able to grow around 15 percentile points by the end of the year! Hobbies: reading, cooking, gardening, music, art, nature, books, writing
Matthew
Pre-Algebra Tutor • +39 Subjects
I'm a highly creative person who works best with visual thinkers. Very recently graduated from Stanford University, I majored in Human Biology with a concentration in Bioinformatics and Stem Cell Science. Technical though my background may be, I am currently gigging as a singer/songwriter/composer in NYC and tackle even the most hard-science of problems with a top-down, big-picture, holistic approach. If you have a propensity to look at problems in a cross- or inter-disciplinary manner (or want to learn how to do so), I'm the tutor for you!
Zachary
Trigonometry Tutor • +35 Subjects
I am passionate about teaching and tutoring and I thoroughly enjoy helping students gain an understanding and a drive for their studies. I have a long history of working with students of all grade levels and abilities (elementary school through college), and I have a good understanding of strategies to excel in both general academics and standardized tests.
Quinn
Calculus Tutor • +17 Subjects
I am willing to address any issue with an open mind and I try to develop strategies that play to a student's strengths. I would like to think I am very approachable and personable, and I have had very positive experiences with many students in the past using this philosophy. Outside of academics, I love playing basketball and watching sports, as well as chilling with friends, listening to music, and keeping up with politics and current affairs.
Top 20 Subjects
Frequently Asked Questions
Tutors specializing in scholarship essays provide personalized feedback on every aspect of your writing—from developing a compelling thesis and organizing your ideas logically, to refining your voice and ensuring your essay stands out. Rather than simply editing grammar, they help you identify what makes your story unique and guide you through multiple revision cycles to strengthen your argument and impact.
Many students struggle with a few key issues: writing too generically without showing personal insight, trying to be someone they're not rather than letting their authentic voice shine through, and failing to directly address what the scholarship committee is actually looking for. Other common pitfalls include poor organization that makes essays hard to follow, weak opening hooks that don't grab attention, and missing the word count requirements. A tutor can help you identify and fix these issues before submission.
While scholarship essays vary by prompt, most benefit from a clear structure: a strong opening that hooks the reader with a specific moment or insight, body paragraphs that build your argument or tell your story with concrete examples, and a conclusion that ties everything back to why you deserve the scholarship. The key is making sure every paragraph supports your main message and that transitions between ideas flow naturally. A tutor can help you tailor your structure to the specific prompt and ensure your essay maintains momentum throughout.
Writer's block often happens because you're trying to write perfectly from the start. A tutor can help you break through this by working through brainstorming exercises, asking strategic questions about your experiences and values, and getting you to write messy first drafts that you can refine later. Many students find it helpful to start by free-writing about your topic without worrying about organization or grammar, then shaping that raw material into a structured essay during revision.
Your authentic voice emerges when you write about what genuinely matters to you and use specific, concrete details rather than generic statements. Instead of saying "I'm a hard worker," show it through a real example. A tutor can help you identify your natural writing style, encourage you to use conversational language where appropriate, and push you to take risks that reflect who you actually are—not who you think the scholarship committee wants you to be.
Effective revision happens in layers. First, focus on big-picture issues: Does your essay answer the prompt fully? Is your main idea clear? Then move to paragraph-level organization: Does each paragraph support your thesis? Finally, tackle sentence-level issues like grammar and word choice. A tutor can guide you through this process, pointing out areas where your argument weakens or where your voice fades, and helping you strengthen each element through multiple rounds of feedback and revision.
Ideally, start 4-6 weeks before your deadline to give yourself time for multiple drafts and revisions. Plan to spend several sessions brainstorming and outlining, then draft your essay, set it aside for a few days, and revise with fresh eyes. Working with a tutor throughout this timeline helps you stay on track, get feedback at key stages, and avoid the stress of last-minute scrambling. Even working together for 3-4 sessions can significantly improve your essay's clarity, persuasiveness, and impact.
Connect with Scholarship Essays Tutors
Get matched with expert tutors in your subject


