I was that person in college who enjoyed writing papers (albeit the night before the due date). I loved having the creative freedom to express myself and make a point through words. Fast forward 10+ years into the post-collegiate world and I’ve gained experience in various writing mediums and styles, from news articles to creative nonfiction to professional correspondence.
I had a realization in recent years that I wanted to use my skills to help teens find their voices and tell their stories. High school is a tough time – I can relate to the challenges of navigating those complicated years, developing an identity and figuring out what to do with your life. Whether a student is still deciding on a topic or has an entire draft written, I’m eager to jump in and help at any point in the college essay process.
I’ve already coached a handful of awesome teens who went on to be accepted into the schools of their dreams, including the University of Michigan, Ohio State and the University of Wisconsin–Madison. I use a compassionate yet structured approach in guiding students to craft an interesting and well-written essay. If you or someone you know needs help, email me at marissa.piazzola@gmail.com. I’m always looking to work with new clients!
*rates are competitive with the NY Metro area
Testimonials
“Marissa is a gifted writer who is easy to work with and on point with constructive and thoughtful feedback to meet all deadlines. She is a pleasure to work with and I highly recommend her for any writing assistance.” –Daniel, Syosset, NY
“Marissa helped my son immensely get to a much better place on his Michigan essays…Thank you for everything Marissa, it was so helpful!” — Andrea, Newport Beach, CA