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Welcome to Ivy College Guru, your ultimate resource for navigating the complex and competitive world of college admissions.
Online Private Tutoring
Expert Guidance, Personalized Strategies, and Individualized Support
At Ivy College Guru, we are dedicated to helping our students unlock their full potential to maximize their chances of acceptance into the school of their dreams. With our team of experienced college admissions experts, comprehensive resources, and tailored guidance, we are here to empower our students to stand out among the best and achieve your academic aspirations. Let us be your trusted partner on your path to Ivy League success.
Dr. Gavin Wittje
Dr. Wittje received his PhD in Interdisciplinary Studies from the University of California, Berkeley as well as a Master's in English and a Master's in Comparative Religion. He has taught at universities in Taiwan, China, and the US. Over the last 20 years, Dr. Wittje has helped thousands of middle and high school students to refine and revise their college applications and essays to win acceptance into their dream schools.
Dr. Kelly Brown
Dr. Kelly Brown received his B.A./M.A. degrees with honors from Stanford University in International Relations, and his MFA in Creative Writing (poetry), and Ph.D. in English and Comparative Literature with a minor in Film Studies from Washington University in St. Louis. Dr. Brown’s poetry has garnered several awards and publications. He has taught a variety of subjects, including English Composition, Intro to Film Studies, History of World Cinema, History of American Cinema, and Reading & Writing Poetry. He also tutors Spanish & French, and helps edit essays.
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Our Services
Charting a course to the college of your dreams.
Writing Skills
Want to hone your academic writing and literary analysis skills and get an A on your English paper or class? I've got what you need.
College Exam Prep
Whether it's SAT, ACT, SSAT, ISEE, HSPT, academic writing, literary analysis, or college application essays, I've got you covered with the materials and expertise that you need.
Online Tutoring
Offering individualized instruction in 1:1 online sessions. Assignments, guidance are provided through email and text follow-up contact with students to keep on track to success.
College Application Essays
The personal essay is becoming more and more influential in admissions decisions. Most students are too shy or too unclear to express themselves effectively. Let us help mold and shape your essays to enable you to connect most personally and powerfully to the admissions committee members.
English Tutoring
Whether it be essays for English literature classes or just grammar and reading comprehension for standardized tests, I've got you covered.
French and Spanish Tutoring
Trouble with foreign language classes, or just interested in becoming more fluent and confident in your reading, writing, and speaking? After years of study in graduate school and years traveling and living overseas, Dr. Kelly Brown can help.
What Our Clients Say
Dr. Chu, Father to Catherine (19)
"Dr. Wittje helped Catherine throughout high school in English literature and test prep and was instrumental in helping her get into Dartmouth University, a school she absolutely loves."
What Our Clients Say
Andrew G., 14
"In all honesty, Dr. Wittje is the best English teacher I've ever had! He is knowledgeable, friendly and very funny, and will always make literature an interesting topic to study".
What Our Clients Say
Lynn D., 17
"Dr. Wittje introduced me to the world of literature and taught me how to critically think and develop my own opinions and perspectives. He is one of the sharpest and most dedicated teachers I've ever had. The inspiration and the analytical thinking skills he teaches have helped me gain an advantage in all my activities."
What Our Clients Say
J. Song (now a Physics Major at Harvard)
Just wanted to say thanks for being an amazingteacher! You were so encouraging and it was the first class where I started to enjoy writing. Great memories discussing Flowers for Algernon, the Man Who
Mistook His Wife for a Hat among others… always looked forward to class, your energy made writing so fun! Really appreciated your encouragement and kindness instead of letting me shy away.Our Students Come From
Across the Globe
Online tutoring allows us to help students gain an early edge in preparing for college. Our students range from 4th graders to high school seniors and college students.
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