Personalized Tutoring That Works

Friendly, one-on-one support to help you get into your dream college.

Tutoring Services

Single Sessions

    • One-on-one virtual consultation

    • Advisory on main college essay, with a focus on content, tone, and grammar

    • Essay can be in the early stages or fully drafted—together, we will get it into perfect shape!

    • $60/hr

    • One-on-one virtual consultation

    • Free template provided

    • Will advise on which extracurriculars and awards to highlight

    • Will help draft bullet points so that you can get the most out of your high school experiences

    • $50/hr

    *To make the most of our time together, please come prepared with a list of awards, extracurriculars, and volunteer experiences

    • One-on-one virtual consultation

    • Advisory on gradaute school application written materials

    • Focused on highlighting the skills developed in your undergraduate studies and proposing a new area of research in your field

    • Together, we will synthesize your academic and professional experiences and write a Statement of Purpose that is tailored to your specific program

    • $65/hr

    • One-on-one virtual consultation

    • Advisory on medical school application written materials, with a focus on content, tone, and grammar

    • Whether your essays are in the early stages or fully drafted, together we will make your AMCAS, TMDSAS, or AACOMAS application stand out

    • $70/hr

Packages

  • Not sure where to start? Sign up for a 3-session College Essay Package today!

    Session one: We will discuss the mechanics of a good essay and brainstorm your essay topic. By the end of the consultation, I will provide you with a detailed essay outline so you can hit the ground running with your first draft.

    Session two: We will read through your first draft and make adjustments as needed. This session will focus on content, organization, and tone.

    Session three: We will go through the essay with a fine-tooth comb and polish it at the sentence level. This session focuses on diction, syntax, and making sure that your individual voice comes through.

    Total Cost: $165

  • Already done with your application, but still want a second set of eyes on it? Sign up for the asynchronous package!

    This service includes an in-depth review of your main essay, resume, and short answer responses. Share all of your application materials with me via Google Doc, and I will leave comments and provide line edits. This option is for students who have fully drafted their college application.

    Email me at luciavdelgado11@gmail.com to confirm your package today!

    Total Cost: $200

“Working with Lucia helped me approach my college applications with more confidence, clarity, and a much stronger sense of direction.”

— Susy Filisoza, UCLA Class of ‘28

“Lucia helped me turn my experiences into essays that genuinely reflected who I am and her feedback made it so much easier to communicate the message I was trying to convey in a way that felt authentic and impactful.”

— Jorge Albores, Rice University Class of ‘28

Book your first appointment today!

Consultations are one hour long and conducted over Google Meets.

Payment is due at the end of the consultation and can be made using Zelle, Venmo, CashApp, or PayPal.

Please reach out with any questions!

About Lucia

Originally from Brownsville, Texas, Lucia Delgado is now a Chicago-based writer and educator. She is a writing consultant who specializes in undergraduate school admissions and has helped dozens of students gain admission to top-ranked schools across the country. Lucia is a native speaker of both English and Spanish and has experience teaching English as a second language.

Lucia won the TACHE Prize for Excellence in Fiction in 2026 and recently published her debut novel, Of the River: A Collection. She is currently represented at Beyond Borders Books, an independent press.

Education

The University of Texas at Austin

Bachelor of Arts in Honors English

Minor in Classical Civilizations

Certificate in Honors Creative Writing

The University of Chicago

Master of Arts in the Humanities

Certifications

Certification in Professional Writing and Applications

Certification in Spanish Consultations

Certification in STEM Writing

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