Valerie Erde

Valerie Erde is a tutor and college essay coach based in Greenwich, Connecticut, and the founder of VeridianPrep, a firm specializing in customized ACT/SAT preparation and strategic college advising. A published writer and passionate reader, Valerie discovered a talent for helping students uncover and articulate compelling personal stories, which led her to expand VeridianPrep’s services to include Common App and supplemental essay guidance alongside tutoring and test prep. Each year, VeridianPrep students earn admission to a broad spectrum of colleges, including some of the most selective institutions in the U.S. At the heart of the organization is a commitment to trust, with a strong emphasis on building meaningful, personal relationships with every student.