I am an educational professional, translator, and author who has seen academia from all sides. I understand how stressful the application process can be, so I enjoy sharing expertise as well as encouragement with my clients.Although my background is in the humanities, the majority of my clients on Zhishiq.com so far have been in the field of finance, with a significant number in architecture, urban planning, and computer science as well. I love to research new topics, so I welcome the opportunity to collaborate with clients in all academic disciplines.I am a native speaker of American English, but I am well-versed in the written conventions of British English as well. I keep up to date with the latest edition of the Chicago Manual of Style, and I believe in the serial comma.

I am a Senior Advisor here at ZHISHIQ, and I've helped students across a variety of fields get into their dream universities. Being a former international student myself, and having worked with admissions, I understand what it takes to make your application shine. Having run admissions with both an English language school and tech school, I am certain I can help you craft a statement that is polished, professional, and shows off your unique capabilities.

Corinna is completing a PhD at the University of Oxford and has also studied towards a PhD at the University of Cambridge. She has a Masters from the University of Cape Town and a B.A. from Germany.Corinna has plenty of experience in research within and outside academia; she has published and regularly presents papers at international conferences. She is also a professional journalist, writer, communications trainer and leadership coach – keen to help you on your road to academic success.

Hello! My name is Aaron, and I'd like to work with you. I'm guessing you've got a wealth of talent and experience and you need it to stand out. I've helped many students with exactly that challenge, and they've ended up at Yale, Columbia and UPenn, to name a few stiffly competitive places. I'm confident that, together, we can make your application represent you with just the right shine.

With a background in Chinese to English translation and teaching English as a second language, I have honed excellent skills in attention to detail and cultivated a passion towards supporting international students. Having completed a year of study with Zhejiang University of Media and Communications, I have gained first-hand experience of the challenges of studying in another language and believe I can support students in reflecting their potential through the application process.

Advising, editing, and proofreading for college application essays and other academic writing

HIGHLY EXPERIENCED SENIOR ADVISOR on the Zhishiq platform. Since 2014, I have helped students gain offers from some of the world's best universities [including Ivy League schools and Oxbridge, as well as in Europe and Hong Kong]. I will help you develop effective, impactful documents, clearly highlighting your skills and abilities to give your application or essay the best chance of standing out!

Hello, my name is Holly Maraist. I have a BA in English with a concentration in Literature from the University of Mary Washington. I aspire to be a librarian in the future.

Hello! My name is Laura and I am a native speaker of English from Canada. I have been working in the ESL industry for the last 10 years and would love to put my skills to work for you. Throughout my career as a teacher I have helped many students to improve their writing and find their true voice. My expertise is focused in not only editing and polishing writing but also cultivating the skills to become an expert for the future. Coming from a creative background, I excel thinking outside of the box and will make sure that your application stands out against the rest. Travelling and experiencing other cultures has been the true highlight of my life and I would love to help you get your new adventure started!

Hi! I'm Andrew. My interests include English syntax, morphology, and traditional grammar, which I studied while working toward my MA in linguistics. I have been an ESL instructor and tutor and understand the rationales behind the common errors that students make when writing, which is essential when interpreting any message you may wish to convey. I will work hard on any project until it is perfect. My goal is to ensure that your submissions convey professionalism without losing personality. I am currently an accent modification instructor and grammar tutor in Los Angeles, California. Recently, I have returned to school and am pursued an MA in Speech-Language Pathology.