“An essay with strong arguments but poor presentation will always underperform. Professional proofreading is the simplest way to make sure your work is judged on its merits.”
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What Is Included in Essay Proofreading?
Our professional essay proofreading service covers every aspect of your essay’s surface presentation — leaving your content, argument and analysis entirely intact. Here is exactly what your editor will check:
Spelling
Every spelling error is corrected — including words that spell-checkers commonly miss, such as correctly spelled words used in the wrong context (their/there/they’re, affect/effect, practice/practise) and discipline-specific terminology that automated tools do not recognise.
Grammar
All grammatical errors are corrected — subject-verb agreement, tense consistency throughout, sentence fragments, dangling modifiers and any other grammatical mistakes that affect the clarity and professionalism of your writing.
Punctuation
Punctuation is checked and corrected throughout — including comma usage, apostrophes, colons and semicolons, and quotation mark conventions appropriate to British English.
Consistency
Consistency is one of the most valuable checks in a professional proofread. Your editor will ensure spelling conventions are applied uniformly (British English throughout), capitalisation is consistent, hyphenation follows a single convention and terminology is used consistently from introduction to conclusion.
Formatting
Basic formatting checks are included — ensuring headings, spacing and paragraph structure are consistent throughout your essay.
What You Receive
- A tracked copy showing every correction made
- A clean copy ready for submission
- Editor comments explaining key changes where helpful
How the Service Works
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Get an instant quote
Use our
price calculator to get an exact price for your essay in seconds. Enter your word count and choose your turnaround time.
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Submit your essay
Upload your essay through our
secure submission portal. Tell us your deadline, your required referencing style and any specific concerns you have.
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Your essay is proofread
A professional UK-based editor works through your essay, correcting errors and adding comments using Track Changes in Microsoft Word.
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Receive your proofread essay
Your essay is returned within the agreed turnaround time — with a tracked copy showing all changes and a clean copy ready for submission.
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Review and submit
Review the changes at your own pace. Accept or reject individual edits as you see fit. Then submit with confidence.
Essay Proofreading Prices
Our essay proofreading service starts from £10 per 1,000 words at the standard 96-hour turnaround rate. Here are typical costs for common essay lengths:
| Essay Length |
Proofreading (96hr) |
Proofreading (48hr) |
Proofreading (24hr) |
| 1,000–2,000 words |
£12–£20 |
£17–£28 |
£20–£32 |
| 2,000–3,000 words |
£20–£30 |
£28–£42 |
£32–£48 |
| 3,000–5,000 words |
£30–£50 |
£42–£70 |
£48–£80 |
| 5,000–10,000 words |
£50–£100 |
£70–£140 |
£80–£160 |
A minimum charge of £12 applies to all orders. Use our price calculator for an exact quote based on your specific word count and turnaround time.
For detailed information on proofreading costs across all service types, see our full guide on how much does proofreading cost in the UK.
Proofers offers some of the most competitive essay proofreading rates in the UK. From £10 per 1,000 words with 24-hour turnaround available. Calculate your price now.
Turnaround Times
We offer four turnaround options to suit your deadline:
| Turnaround |
Price Adjustment |
Best For |
| 96 hours |
Standard rate |
When you have time to plan ahead |
| 72 hours |
+20% |
Standard deadline with some flexibility |
| 48 hours |
+40% |
Moderate urgency |
| 24 hours |
+60% |
Urgent deadline — returned the following day |
According to the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA), clear and well-presented written work is a core expectation at every level of UK higher education. Leaving adequate time for proofreading before your submission deadline is a straightforward way to meet that standard.
Is Essay Proofreading Allowed at University?
Yes — for the vast majority of UK universities, professional proofreading is explicitly permitted. Proofreading corrects spelling, grammar and punctuation while leaving your content, argument and analysis entirely intact. Your work remains your own.
There is no detection tool that can identify whether an essay has been professionally proofread. Turnitin and other plagiarism detection tools check for copied content — not for corrected spelling or grammar. For a full explanation, see our guide on can my university tell if I used a proofreading service.
We always recommend checking your institution’s specific academic integrity policy before submitting — but in the vast majority of cases you will find that proofreading is explicitly permitted.
Proofreading vs Copy Editing — Which Do I Need?
Proofreading corrects surface-level errors — spelling, grammar, punctuation and consistency. It is the right choice when you are happy with your content and just want to ensure it is error-free before submission.
Copy editing goes further — your editor will also improve the clarity, flow and structure of your writing. It is the better choice when you feel your writing could be clearer or more polished, or when you are writing in English as a second language.
Our copy editing service starts from £15 per 1,000 words. For help deciding which service is right for your essay, see our guide on proofreading vs copy editing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does essay proofreading cost?
At Proofers, essay proofreading starts from £10 per 1,000 words at the standard 96-hour rate. A 2,000-word essay costs £20 at standard rate or £32 with 24-hour turnaround. Use our price calculator for an exact quote.
How quickly can you proofread my essay?
We offer turnaround times from 24 hours to 96 hours. A 24-hour turnaround means your essay is returned the following day — ideal when you are working to a tight deadline.
Will my university know I used a proofreading service?
No — there is no detection tool that can identify whether an essay has been professionally proofread. For a full explanation, see our guide on can my university tell if I used a proofreading service.
What format should I submit my essay in?
We accept Microsoft Word (.docx) files for all proofreading work. If your essay is in PDF format, please convert it to Word before submitting — our guide on converting PDF to Word for free explains how.
Do you proofread all types of essays?
Yes — we proofread undergraduate essays, postgraduate essays, personal statements, reflective journals, lab reports, case studies and all other types of academic written work. We also proofread business essays and professional written work.
Is there a minimum charge?
Yes — our minimum charge is £12, which covers essays of up to 1,200 words for proofreading at the standard rate.
Summary
- Essay proofreading corrects spelling, grammar, punctuation and consistency — your content stays entirely your own
- Proofers’ essay proofreading service starts from £10 per 1,000 words with 24-hour turnaround available
- All orders include track changes, editor comments and a clean copy
- Professional proofreading is permitted at the vast majority of UK universities
- Copy editing is available from £15 per 1,000 words if you need more than error correction
- Full money-back guarantee on every order
Submit your essay today and our UK-based editors will return it polished, accurate and submission-ready — with a full money-back guarantee.
