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2+ years
Bilge
Private school admissions essays ask younger writers to do something surprisingly difficult: be genuine and specific in a very short space. Bilge approaches these essays by first drawing out the details that make a student memorable — a particular curiosity, a moment of growth, a quirky interest — t...
Wesleyan University
Doctorate (e.g., PhD, MD, JD, etc.)
Middle East Technical University
Bachelor's
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Private high school applications ask young writers to do something surprisingly difficult: be reflective and specific about who they are at twelve or thirteen years old. Eric excels at drawing out a student's genuine voice through targeted questions, then teaching them how to organize those ideas in...
University of Chicago
Bachelor's
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Alana
Having navigated the admissions process at Yale and later earned a Fulbright to Imperial College London, Alana knows firsthand how a well-crafted personal essay can open doors — and she brings that insight down to the middle school level, where the challenge is distilling a young person's personalit...
Yale University
Bachelor's
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Alicia
Private school admissions essays ask young writers to do something surprisingly difficult: sound mature without sounding rehearsed. Alicia is particularly skilled at drawing out a middle schooler's genuine interests and personality, then coaching them to express those ideas in clear, confident prose...
Columbia University
Master's/Graduate
University of Saint Joseph
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
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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
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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
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
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Essays are often one of the most important components of private high school applications. Admissions committees use essays to understand your voice, values, and ability to articulate ideas—qualities that test scores alone can't capture. A strong essay can significantly strengthen your application, especially in competitive Seattle private schools where academic credentials are similar across applicants.
Many students struggle with finding their authentic voice while meeting formal essay requirements, organizing complex ideas into a compelling narrative, and revising effectively without losing their original perspective. Writer's block is also common when students feel pressure to sound overly sophisticated or worry about "saying the right thing" rather than sharing genuine insights about themselves.
Tutors provide targeted feedback on your essay structure, thesis development, and argumentation—helping you strengthen weak sections before submitting. They also work with you on the revision process, teaching strategies for organizing ideas, developing your unique voice, and polishing your writing without making it sound generic or over-edited.
A strong essay typically has a clear thesis or central idea, a compelling opening that draws readers in, well-organized body paragraphs with specific examples or anecdotes, and a conclusion that reinforces your main point. Most importantly, it should reflect your authentic voice and perspective—admissions committees want to understand who you are, not read a polished but generic response.
Your voice comes through when you write naturally about topics you care about, use specific details and examples rather than broad generalizations, and let your personality shine in word choices and phrasing. Tutors can help you recognize patterns in your strongest writing, identify moments where you sound most authentic, and build confidence in that voice so it carries through your entire essay.
Effective revision involves multiple passes: first for big-picture issues like organization and thesis clarity, then for paragraph-level flow and evidence, and finally for sentence-level grammar and style. Taking breaks between revisions helps you read with fresh eyes, and getting feedback from a tutor ensures you're strengthening your essay rather than over-editing it into something that no longer sounds like you.
Starting 2-3 months before your application deadline gives you time to brainstorm, draft, revise, and get feedback without rushing. Since Seattle's private schools have varying application timelines, checking specific deadlines early is important. Beginning with a tutor can help you develop a strong outline and first draft quickly, leaving plenty of time for meaningful revision.
In an initial session, a tutor will typically discuss the essay prompt, learn about your background and what you want admissions committees to know about you, and assess where you are in the writing process. Whether you're starting from scratch or refining a draft, the tutor will help you identify your strongest ideas and create a plan for developing a compelling essay that reflects your authentic voice.
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