Help w/ college essay

We have been asking around for tutor recos for help my child’s college essay. They’re all insanely priced. Is there a college student (preferably English major) who is reasonably priced that can help?  Thanks!

Thing is, it's not the technical implementation of the writing that's most important; it's the content and how it makes the reader feel.  It's a very specific area of expertise.  A college student is not an expert on admissions essays and how to inspire the applicant to write a great one. Although a college English major would probably make a good copy editor.

In the past I have seen workshops offered at Mwood library. I know you didn’t ask this, but even in this era, I think most/many kids write them by themselves with editing help or review by school resource/counselor.

Agree that a consultant is not a "must."  Often it helps to read other essays to get the hang of it.  Here are some places to look.

https://blog.collegevine.com/common-app-essay-examples/

https://admissions.tufts.edu/apply/advice/past-essays/

https://www.thecrimson.com/topic/sponsored-successful-harvard-essays-2019/