I am a professional ESL teacher and editor. I studied abroad in college and taught English overseas for four years before returning to the US. I am CELTA certified in TESOL, specifically for teaching adult speakers of other languages. I currently work in marketing as an editor for large businesses. I have strong skills in editing and proofreading for a variety of subjects, including English, literature, sociology, anthropology and linguistics.

I am an educational professional, translator, and author who has seen academia from all sides. I understand how stressful the application process can be, so I enjoy sharing expertise as well as encouragement with my clients.Although my background is in the humanities, the majority of my clients on Zhishiq.com so far have been in the field of finance, with a significant number in architecture, urban planning, and computer science as well. I love to research new topics, so I welcome the opportunity to collaborate with clients in all academic disciplines.I am a native speaker of American English, but I am well-versed in the written conventions of British English as well. I keep up to date with the latest edition of the Chicago Manual of Style, and I believe in the serial comma.

I have a Ph.D. in Political Science from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. In my research I focus on political ideology from an interdisciplinary perspective. In the course of the past ten years I have spent in academia I have acquired a lot of experience in professional (academic) writing and communication, as well as scientific rigor and work ethic.

I am a Senior Advisor here at ZHISHIQ, and I've helped students across a variety of fields get into their dream universities. Being a former international student myself, and having worked with admissions, I understand what it takes to make your application shine. Having run admissions with both an English language school and tech school, I am certain I can help you craft a statement that is polished, professional, and shows off your unique capabilities.

A professional researcher, writer, and editor with a background in public policy and education.

An American by birth, I was educated at a highly competitive American liberal arts college before beginning graduate study at Cambridge, from which I received a PhD. With 8 years' part-time experience as a professional editor, I have considerable experience in professionally editing written work, particularly application essays and recommendation letters, and am highly experienced in academic writing, having published numerous articles, reviewed articles for journals, and edited textbooks. I look forward to helping clients perfect their writing abilities and put their best self forward!

Hello! My name is Lucien Monson. I taught as a professor for over six years at University of South Florida. I spent many years mentoring both foreign and American students, assisting them with their writing, advising them, and providing letters of recommendation. In 2018, I successfully applied for a fellowship to do research for my dissertation at Fudan University. As an academic, I know a lot about what universities and scholarship programs look for in an applicant. I look forward to using my knowledge to help your application materials shine so you can stand out in the crowd!

Having studied at both Harvard University (BA) and Peking University (MA), I know what it takes to get into elite academic institutions, and it is my mission to help you do the same! Additionally, as a fluent speaker of Mandarin Chinese and having lived in China for several years, I have acquired the necessary framework to better understand the Chinese context and skillfully navigate any type of language barrier. I look forward to working with you as we work together to help you achieve your goals!

Hi! I’m Harish, and I specialise in the editing and writing of personal statements, resumes, and academic content, as well as running interview practice sessions and the provision of advice relating to all aspects of an academic application. Prior to joining ZHISHIQ, I offered my writing services on a self-employed basis, and in this role, worked with a large number applicants to craft arresting, succinct, and successful personal statements for a range of courses. I am currently a PhD candidate in Philosophy at a UK Russell Group university, hold two Master’s degrees, and a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from University College London. I have also worked full-time as a chartered accountant at a consultancy firm in London and as a policy advisor in the Civil Service. Please read on to see how I can use the knowledge and skills gained from these ventures to help you with your application.

I am a research scientist who has worked and studied extensively in the fields of child psychology, behavioral health, and neuroscience. I have had substantial experience with writing, editing, and peer-reviewing scientific manuscripts and grant proposals. I've also written and edited numerous successful personal statements for my own scholarly pursuits and also to help friends, colleagues, and students.