Admissions Essay Tutoring
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Six Lessons. Two Essays.
Six sessions* resulting in two ready-to-submit essays: one long personal narrative and one short leadership narrative, in line with most universities’ essay requirements.
Lessons include but are not limited to:
Brainstorming & Concept Development
Organization & Planning
Rhetoric & Authenticity
Re-writing, Revision, and Proofreading
*Six sessions is typical and recommended, with alternative curriculums available.
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Scheduling
Monday-Thursday, 2:30pm-7:30pm
Recommended start date: three to nine months prior to application deadline.
More than topic or theme, voice and perspective make an essay stand out. Students develop their unique writing voices over time. For this reason, we recommend starting on essays as soon as possible.
Sessions are scheduled every other week, with flexibility on a student-by-student basis.
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Location
Seattle Public Libraries
Northeast Branch (Preferred)
6801 35th Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98115
Green Lake Branch
7364 East Green Lake Dr N, Seattle, WA 98115
Online Availability
Online tutoring is available via Zoom. We ask that students have a document camera (we do lots of analog writing, especially in early lessons!) and a distraction-free space.
Pricing & Customization
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$90/Session, $540 All-In
The standard! Initial lessons focus on creative concept development, then idea organization and rhetoric. Final sessions produce a well-thought, rigorously executed personal narrative.
Includes:
Six in-person essay tutoring sessions
Personalized prompts and essay examples
Guided outline, introduction, and persuasive argument writing
Guided rough drafts
Customization for up to four schools
Multiple rounds of substantive, clarity, and mechanics edits
Polished final draft of two essays: long personal essay (appropriate for the Common App) and short community/leadership essay (as requested by most universities)
Executive functioning skills for writing and communication
Bonus: “Final Proofread” any time prior to submissions
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$90/Session, $360 All-In
The accelerated approach is best for students who excel in reading and writing, and enjoy practicing both autonomously. Though the end result is the same, sessions are oriented toward brainstorming, revision, and feedback, with less time for guided practice.
Includes:
Four in-person essay tutoring sessions
Personalized prompts and essay examples
Lessons on idea organization, outlining, and writing “the hook”
Substantive, clarity, and mechanics edits
Polished final draft of two essays: long personal essay (appropriate for the Common App) and short community/leadership essay (as requested by most universities)
Bonus: “Final Proofread” any time prior to submissions
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$90/Session, $540 All-In*
The standard! Initial lessons focus on creative concept development, then idea organization and rhetoric. Final sessions produce a well-thought, rigorously executed personal narrative and multiple rounds of revision.
Includes:
Six in-person essay tutoring sessions
Personalized prompts to hone in on your attributes, interests, and goals
Guided outline, hook, and persuasive argument writing
Guided rough drafts
Customization for up to four schools
Multiple rounds of substantive, clarity, and mechanics edits
Polished final draft of statement of purpose or statement of intent or personal statement
Executive functioning skills for professional-level writing and communication
Bonus “Final Proofread” any time prior to submissions
*Inquire about sliding scale options!
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Substantive edits (content, clarity, ideas, organization, and depth): $24/page
Proofreading (spelling and grammar): $13/page
Substantive/Proofread package (two rounds): $35/page
If you’ve written a rough draft that needs initial feedback (Is your topic interesting? Are your ideas engaging?) you’d likely benefit from substantive edits. Once you’re sure all your ideas are well organized and properly expressed, it’s time for a closer proofread for spelling and grammar. These rounds of revision go hand-in-hand.The work is ultimately yours: your perspective, your story. In all editing endeavors, my goal is to maintain the integrity of your voice and vision.
Let’s Connect.
Whether you have further questions or are ready to get a session on the calendar, I’d love to hear from you. Typical response time is within 24 hours.
