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Writing Center tutors are trained to read academic papers critically and with an eye towards strengthening an argument. They can talk to you about structure, ideas, and clarity of your paper, and suggest strategies for revision. Academic writing can be a...

Our online scheduler will allow you to book a maximum of two appointments each week. While we are always happy to see you, visits to the Writing Center become unproductive if you don't take time to think about and revise your own work between visits.

Writing Center tutors do not provide written comments on your paper, and we cannot read your paper ahead of time. If you make an appointment for an hour-long conference, your tutor will read your paper and talk to you about it during your conference...

We cannot proofread or edit your work, but we will be happy to point out problems with grammar and syntax as we discuss your paper.

Writing Center tutors  will not discuss your conference, or the fact that you came here for a conference, with your course instructor.  

Tutors can only discuss a take-home exam with you if you bring written permission from your instructor that explicitly states that you are allowed to come to the Writing Center.

Writing Center tutors cannot predict what grade your instructor will give you on a particular piece of writing. Tutors can, however, respond as readers to issues of clarity, structure, and argument.

For Summer School 2023, our appointments will be held on Zoom. You will receive a zoom link when you book an appointment.

The official blog of the Harvard Writing Center. Check back for writing advice from tutors past and present.

by Jessica Diaz A sure way to improve your paper is to strengthen the way you present your argument. Whether you only have a thesis statement or already have a fully-written essay, these tips can help your paper flow logically from start to finish. Going...

The Anthropology Departmental Writing Fellow for 2023-2024 is Andrew Bair. He is an archaeologist whose research focuses on changes to rural communities in medieval Ireland. To meet, please sign up for a 30 minute consultation slot through the Harvard...