Bridge the Gap to Dissertation Success

Feeling stuck between the research and the finish line? Let me be the bridge that takes your dissertation or thesis from "almost there" to "committee-ready." I offer expert editing, formatting, and presentation creation services to ensure your work is polished, impactful, and leaves a lasting impression.


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About Dr. Alicia Souza, EdD


Alicia smiles vibrantly at her Master of Arts Sociology graduation.
Alicia smiles vibrantly at her Master of Arts Sociology graduation.

Dr. Alicia Souza, EdD, is an accomplished researcher and scholar who has made significant contributions to the field of educational leadership. She served as a Research Assistant and Associate Editor for the Journal of Transformative Leadership and Policy Studies in the Doctorate of Educational Leadership Program at California State University, Sacramento, while also pursuing her Doctoral degree. Her research focused on gender equity in education, including Title IX, humanizing college and university leadership practices, bystander intervention, and campus diversity. Dr. Alicia successfully completed her Doctoral dissertation in May 2020, earning her degree with distinction.

Dr. Alicia is a passionate advocate for comprehensive sexual education and consent-focused sexual education. As an intersectional feminist, she understands the complex ways in which race, class, gender, and ability intersect to create barriers to equality and justice.

In 2017, Dr. Alicia earned her MA in Sociology from Sacramento State, with a thesis on bystander intervention and rape myth acceptance. She had previously earned her BA in Sociology from California State University, Stanislaus in 2013, graduating with honors.

Dr. Alicia is a highly sought-after editor, providing expert editing services for Doctoral candidates and Masters students of various disciplines from all across the country. She has a proven track record of success, having helped numerous students successfully complete their research projects. With Dr. Alicia's support, you can be confident that you will achieve your academic goals and make a meaningful contribution to your field.



Services provided by Dr. Alicia Souza, EdD

Editing services require a $150 deposit with the balance to be paid upon delivery of completed work

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Level 1 Editing
  • Comprehensive Editing: This service includes in-depth editing for grammar, mechanics, sentence structure, and overall flow of your manuscript. It ensures a clear, polished, and professional final product.
  • Stylistic Enhancement: I refine your writing style for clarity, conciseness, and academic tone, making your arguments more impactful.
  • OR Style Guide Adherence ONLY: I ensure your manuscript adheres to your chosen style guide (APA, MLA, Chicago, etc.), guaranteeing consistent formatting and in-text citations.

$999

A great starting point


Level 2 Editing
  • Comprehensive Editing: This service includes in-depth editing for grammar, mechanics, sentence structure, and overall flow of your manuscript. It ensures a clear, polished, and professional final product.
  • Stylistic Enhancement: I refine your writing style for clarity, conciseness, and academic tone, making your arguments more impactful.
  • Style Guide Adherence: I ensure your manuscript adheres to your chosen style guide (APA, MLA, Chicago, etc.), guaranteeing consistent formatting and in-text citations.
  • Reciteworks™ Analysis: I analyze and address the reported corrections from Reciteworks.
  • Bibliography Formatting and Management: I format and manage your bibliography to ensure it adheres to the chosen style guide.

$1199

This is the most popular package


Level 3 Editing
  • Comprehensive Editing: This service includes in-depth editing for grammar, mechanics, sentence structure, and overall flow of your manuscript. It ensures a clear, polished, and professional final product.
  • Stylistic Enhancement: I refine your writing style for clarity, conciseness, and academic tone, making your arguments more impactful.
  • Style Guide Adherence: I ensure your manuscript adheres to your chosen style guide (APA, MLA, Chicago, etc.), guaranteeing consistent formatting and in-text citations.
  • Reciteworks™ Analysis: I analyze and address the reported corrections from Reciteworks.
  • Bibliography Formatting and Management: I format and manage your bibliography to ensure it adheres to the chosen style guide.
  • Substantive Revisions: This in-depth service analyzes your content for logical flow, argument strength, and evidence integration. I suggest improvements and additional paragraphs when necessary to strengthen your dissertation or thesis.

$1399

This is the all inclusive package


Presentation Creation
  • Crafting Impactful Presentations: I design compelling slides, ensure brand alignment, and transform data for clear communication.
  • Professional Polish: I provide high-resolution visuals, grammar checks, and formatting consistency for a polished presentation.
  • Delivery Confidence: I create speaker notes and refine your presentation to empower confident and impactful delivery.
  • Streamlined Efficiency: Save time by leveraging my expertise to streamline your slide deck, improve clarity, and incorporate your feedback.

Starting at $199

Scaled pricing based on slide count


Presentation Polishing
  • Refined Content & Delivery: I perfect your message with clear, concise content, polished visuals, and impactful speaker notes, boosting your confidence.
  • Professional Presentation: I ensure error-free communication and a visually compelling design that aligns with your brand for a polished final product.
  • Streamlined Process: I save you time with revisions, feedback incorporation, and expertise to elevate your existing presentation.

Starting at $159

Scaled pricing based on slide count


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I believe in empowering women through academic success. I offer editing and presentation services with a focus on supporting female scholars' navigation of the challenges of dissertation and thesis completion.
To those ready to succeed, I welcome you!