Thoughtful, individualized tutoring and college support

SAT & ACT tutoring, college essay coaching, and college application strategy for high school students.

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About Ellie

I’m a Princeton graduate, professional writer, and experienced private tutor specializing in SAT/ACT tutoring, writing, and the college application process.

I grew up in Kansas City and attended Notre Dame de Sion High School, where I was salutatorian and a National Merit Finalist. I then graduated from Princeton University with a degree in Art History.

I worked for over three years in corporate communications and freelance writing, where I developed a deep understanding of storytelling and clear communication. I later began tutoring high school students and discovered how much I enjoy helping young people become stronger thinkers, writers, and test takers.

My approach is highly individualized. Whether I’m helping a student raise an ACT score, determine which colleges to consider, or find the right story for a personal statement, my goal is to understand how that particular student thinks and help them do their best work.

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Princeton University

B.A. in Art History

Professional Writer

3+ years in Professional Communications

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Private Tutoring

5+ years of experience in SAT/ACT and academic tutoring

Services

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Personalized SAT and ACT preparation based on each student's strengths, weaknesses, goals, and timeline. Sessions combine targeted content review with test-taking strategy and extensive practice, with an emphasis on helping students understand their own patterns and the patterns of the test, rather than simply memorizing tricks.

SAT & ACT Tutoring

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College Essay Coaching

One-on-one support developing personal statements and supplemental essays that are thoughtful, engaging, and genuinely reflective of the student. I work with students from initial brainstorming through structure, drafting, and revision, with an emphasis on preserving each student's individual voice.

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Individualized guidance through the college application process, from early strategy through submission. Depending on a student's needs, counseling may include college list development, application strategy and timelines, activity-list positioning, Early Decision/Early Action strategy, interview preparation, and overall application review.

College Application Strategy

A highly personal approach

Each student’s path to college is unique. I work with a limited number of students to get to know each one individually and tailor our work accordingly.

My role is a combination of teacher, editor, and strategic advisor. I aim to maintain a positive learning environment while holding students to a high standard to empower them in the process.

Let’s talk.

I work with a limited number of students each year and would be happy to discuss your student’s goals.

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