Thomas RompfUniversity Prep & Academic CoachingEmpowering scholars to succeed at university and in life

Results & recommendations

Stronger readers.
Stronger writers.
Stronger applications.

Stronger applications and admissions results matter. The more lasting result is a student who can read closely, think clearly, and write with greater confidence and independence.

Experienced application guidance

More than forty years helping seniors with college application writing.

Recent private tutoring has included Common App essays, personal statements, and school-specific supplements for students applying to institutions such as:

StanfordPrincetonRiceUniversity of ChicagoWashington University in St. LouisUniversity of MichiganUniversity of Wisconsin-MadisonPurdueNYUNortheasternBoston CollegeBoston UniversityBabsonBentleyFordhamAmerican UniversityElonUniversity of FloridaUCFUMass AmherstCase Western

School names reflect application and essay work with students, not admissions outcomes.

These are just a few comments from students and parents who have worked with me since I retired from full-time school teaching and began tutoring privately.

“Tom stands out for the personal, empathetic, and genuinely committed way he worked with my son, who hired him to prepare essays for his applications to universities in the United States. From the beginning, he took the time to understand my son’s personal story in depth—even visiting our family to learn about his interests and goals—so that the essays reflected an authentic and honest voice.

His support was consistent and thoughtful at every stage of the writing, with clear, encouraging feedback that allowed my son to grow and gain confidence. Tom’s extensive experience showed in the clarity of his guidance, his availability to answer questions, and his use of videos and explanatory resources that made the process easier to understand and manage.

Most distinctive was his ability to create a trusting environment in which my son felt heard and supported, resulting in personal, well-structured essays aligned with what U.S. universities seek.

Thank you, Tom, for all your help.”

Felipe · Parent of Thomas · Thomas accepted to UM, UCF, and UF · Translated from Spanish

“I wanted to check in and thank you for all your help this year. This Saturday we graduate, and you were a very important part of my process of applying to university. I am very excited because I was accepted to the Honors Program in Creative Writing at Emerson College. I could not have done it without you.”

Manuel · Student · Accepted to Emerson College’s Honors Program in Creative Writing

“Mr. Rompf’s editing and feedback helped me improve my own work instead of replacing it. He made the process easier while also helping improve my long-term writing growth.”

Ayden · Student · Accepted to the University of Michigan

“From brainstorming ideas to refining structure, he was fully committed at every stage. He made the entire process less stressful and more productive.”

Cecilia · Parent · Toronto, Canada

“He is extremely detail-oriented and to the point. He helped me execute my personal statement for grad school and provided writing tips that will aid in my future research papers.”

Kassaundra · Graduate-school applicant

“I learned many new skills, such as maintaining coherence in my thesis and properly incorporating quotes while still maintaining a good flow.”

Ryterband · Student

“His feedback is detailed and constructive, pushing you to refine your writing with every draft. His AP Literature and AP Reader experience gives him an unmatched ability to guide high-level academic writing.”

Michael · Former student

“His mentorship goes beyond the classroom—he helps students develop the confidence and independence needed for university-level writing.”

Rachel · Former student

“As a college student, I can't recommend Thomas enough. His essay-writing masterclass was easy to understand and significantly improved my writing skills. His love of literature, expertise in English, and friendly personality make him a fantastic teacher. Thomas connects with students personally, helping them learn in a way that works best for them. If you want to become a better writer and succeed in your studies, Thomas is the perfect teacher for you.”

Natalia · College student

References from students or parents are available upon request, with permission and appropriate attention to privacy. Past admissions outcomes do not guarantee future admissions decisions.

The same principles run through every kind of work: read carefully, think clearly, support what you say, and revise until the writing does justice to the idea.

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