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TPR Education, LLC

College Admissions Counselor

$50 - $90/hr

Exceptional writing skills with a deep knowledge of college essay editing * Exceptional communication and public speaking skills * Attention to detail, with strong organizational skills * Expertise ...

MPT College Consulting, Inc.

Tutor

Tallahassee, FL · On-site

SAT ACT AP Exams AICE Exams IB exams High school subjects Also looking to hire editors familiar with college essay writing. Pay is highly competitive and hourly. Make your own schedule. You must have ...

MPT College Consulting, Inc.

Tutor

Tallahassee, FL · On-site

SAT ACT AP Exams AICE Exams IB exams High school subjects Also looking to hire editors familiar with college essay writing. Pay is highly competitive and hourly. Make your own schedule. You must have ...

TPR Education, LLC

College Admissions Counselor

$50 - $90/hr

Exceptional writing skills with a deep knowledge of college essay editing * Exceptional communication and public speaking skills * Attention to detail, with strong organizational skills * Expertise ...

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How much do hourly college essay editing jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for hourly college essay editing in the United States is $65,499.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52,500.00 and $75,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Hourly College Essay Editing vs Hourly Academic Paper Editing?

AspectHourly College Essay EditingHourly Academic Paper Editing
CredentialsTypically requires editing experience and familiarity with college essay standardsRequires similar credentials, often with additional knowledge of academic formatting
Work EnvironmentFreelance, online platforms, independent contractorsFreelance, online platforms, academic institutions
Employer & IndustryStudents, freelance platforms, editing servicesStudents, researchers, academic publishers
Search & Comparison IntentHigh overlap, students seeking help with college essaysOften compared for academic writing support, but differs in scope

Hourly College Essay Editing focuses on refining college application essays, while Hourly Academic Paper Editing involves editing research papers, theses, or scholarly articles. Both roles require strong editing skills and familiarity with academic standards, but they serve different types of writing and audiences.

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Infographic showing various Hourly College Essay Editing job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 49% Full Time, 45% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,499 per year, or $31.5 per hour.

College Admissions Counselor

TPR Education, LLC

Remote

$50 - $90/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 27 days ago

Job description

Summary of Position:  

The College Admissions Counselor's primary role is to provide comprehensive academic and college advising retail services to students with diverse interests and abilities. College Counselors for The Princeton Review assist students and families with all aspects of the college preparation, search, and application process. The College Counselor may also be presented with special projects pertaining to other needs of the organization. 

$50-$90/hr based on 15-30 hours/week during application season (September-November) 

What you will do: 

Under the direction and supervision of The Director of College Admissions Counseling, the College Admissions Counselor will: 

  • Work with both middle and high school students through all aspects of the college admissions process; 
  • Manage time to accommodate a pre-determined caseload of students. Caseloads may vary year-to-year based on company need and counselor availability; 
  • Collaborate as part of a two-part team that includes College Admissions Coaches and other counselors (program dependent); 
  • Meet with potential customers through online video meetings or phone calls to consult on program options, onboard families, and assist in deadline and program management (program dependent); 
  • Counsel families through high pressure situations; 
  • Deliver college admissions focused webinars, social media events, and assist with other marketing endeavors, as needed and time allows; 
  • Assist with the delivery of institutional programming, as needed and time allows; 

Who You are: 

  • Bachelor's degree required; higher level degree preferred 
  • A minimum of 2-3 years of experience in undergraduate admissions at a selective college or university required; high school or independent counseling experience also preferred 
  • A deep knowledge of the college admissions and application process with a desire to remain "on trend" in the field of college admissions and counseling 
  • A "people" person who makes others feel at ease, is engaging, flexible, and is collaborative by nature 
  • Exceptional writing skills with a deep knowledge of college essay editing 
  • Exceptional communication and public speaking skills 
  • Attention to detail, with strong organizational skills 
  • Expertise in using web-based tools to advise students 
  • Ability to work evenings and weekends, as needed, especially during the application season from August through December 
  • Excellent time management and productivity skills 
  • High level of accountability in all areas of work 

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