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Thomas
- Rate R1152
- Response 1h
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Students4
Number of students Thomas has accompanied since joining Superprof
Number of students Thomas has accompanied since joining Superprof

R1152/h
1st lesson free
- English Writing
College Essays, Personal Statements, Admissions Coaching and Academic Writing | 40+ Years Experience
- English Writing
Lesson location
Recommended
Thomas is a respected tutor in our community. He is highly recommended for his commitment and the quality of his lessons. A trusted partner on your learning journey.
About Thomas
With more than 40 years in education, dual master's degrees, and over 20 years as an AP Reader, I help students develop authentic, compelling essays that reflect their experiences, values, and goals.
I'm a college essay coach, writing mentor, and AP Literature teacher. My coaching is direct, practical, and specific. I help students strengthen their ideas, organize their stories, and communicate clearly in their own voices.
Over the past 30 years, my students have earned admission to Stanford, Harvard, Yale, Princeton, MIT, Brown, the University of Chicago, and many other highly selective universities.
Expertise includes Common App personal statements, supplemental essays, short-answer responses, "Why Us?" essays, and graduate school applications. I also help with topic selection, structure, voice, revision, and line editing.
I work with a limited number of students to provide individualized attention and timely feedback. We'll develop a clear plan, establish goals, and begin drafting right away. Message me to get started.
I take only a few students to keep it personal. We’ll set a plan and draft your first piece right away with clear next steps. Message me to start.
About the lesson
- AS Level
- A Level
- Masters
- +4
levels :
AS Level
A Level
Masters
Doctorate
Advanced
Professional
Matric/GCSE
- English
Languages in which the lesson is available :
English
Goal: Help you tell your story with clarity, authenticity, and confidence.
Kickoff: We review your experiences, activities, and goals, identify strong topics, and create a plan that fits your application deadlines.
Draft cycles: You write. I return detailed comments and specific suggestions, usually within 12–24 hours, to improve clarity, structure, voice, and effectiveness.
Strategy: We tailor each essay to the prompt and the school, avoid repetition across applications, and keep your voice front and center.
Outcome: Clear, polished essays that sound like you and reflect your strengths, experiences, and goals.
My role is to guide, challenge, and coach students throughout the process. The ideas and writing remain their own.
Reviews
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Perfect! Thomas is a great tutor! He is extremely detail-oriented and to the point. He helped me execute my personal statement for grad school and provided helpful writing tips along the way that will aid in my future research papers.
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Recommendations
Recommendations are written by the tutor's friends, family, and acquaintances.
Mr. Rompf is an exceptional English teacher who has significantly enhanced my language skills through his enjoyable and dynamic classes. As a native speaker with extensive experience, he brings authenticity and expertise to his teaching. Under his guidance, I've gained increasing confidence in my English abilities and have observed noticeable improvements in my language proficiency.
I wholeheartedly recommend Mr. Rompf to anyone seeking to improve their English. His teaching style is not only effective but also engaging, making the learning process both productive and enjoyable.I always have trouble with the English language, and now that I want to apply for a university in the U.S.A., my struggle with the language is even more evident. I have been working with Mr. Thomas for almost a year, and I can tell that thanks to him, I have improved. With Mr. Thomas, you will find honesty; he will underline your mistakes and weak points. Respect; he will respect you and your weaknesses. Dedication; he will be 100% dedicated to you. Additionally, you will be able to have interesting debates, long talks, new and interesting things to read, and benefit from more than 30 years of experience teaching English, including university essays and tips.
I highly recommend Thomas as an exceptional English teacher. As a 20-year-old college student, I found his expertise and passion for English literature truly enriching. His commitment to improving students' writing skills, breaking down complex concepts, and fostering a supportive learning environment helped me grow academically. Thomas’s wealth of experience and dedication to teaching make him an outstanding educator.
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Rates
Rate
- R1152
Package rates
- 5h: R5759
- 10h: R11518
online
- R1152/h
free lesson
The free first lesson with Thomas allows you to get to know the tutor and discuss your needs and expectations.
- 1h
Details
I work with a limited number of students each year so that I can provide individualized guidance, rapid feedback, and consistent support throughout the writing process.
Sessions are conducted online and can accommodate students applying to universities in the United States, Canada, and other international destinations.
Special package rates available for multiple essays - Common App and Supplementals.
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