VARSITY ADMISSIONS AN EDUCATION BLOG

What is it Like to Attend The CUNY College of Staten Island?

April 25, 2013
What is it Like to Attend The CUNY College of Staten Island?

The tutors behind Varsity Tutors are not just here to teach – they’re sharing their college experiences as well. Maria graduated from The CUNY (City University of New York) College of Staten Island in 2012 with a degree in History. She is currently New York City tutor specializing in Phonics, Spanish, World History, and more. See what she had to say about her alma mater:  VT:  Describe the campus setting and transportation options. How urban or safe is the campus? Are there buses or do you need a car/bike?  Maria: The campus is set off of Victory Boulevard, which is one of the main streets in Staten Islan... Read More About What is it Like to Attend The CUNY College of Staten Island?

Should I Go To The University of Chicago?

April 23, 2013
Should I Go To The University of Chicago?

The tutors behind Varsity Tutors are not just here to teach – they’re sharing their college experiences as well. Julie is a New York City tutor who specializes in a wide array of subjects including LSAT prep, Trigonometry, and Writing. She graduated from The University of Chicago in 2009 where she studied Comparative Human Development. Check out her review of her alma mater: VT:  Describe the campus setting and transportation options. How urban or safe is the campus? Are there buses or do you need a car/bike?  Julie: The University of Chicago is located in Hyde Park, a diverse neighborhood on the South Side of... Read More About Should I Go To The University of Chicago?

Should I Go To Pomona College?

April 21, 2013
Should I Go To Pomona College?

The tutors behind Varsity Tutors are not just here to teach – they’re sharing their college experiences as well. Evan is a Seattle tutor specializing in test prep, many levels of math, and writing. He graduated from Pomona College in 2012 with a Bachelor’s degree in Cognitive Science and Psychology. Check out his review of his alma mater: VT:  Describe the campus setting and transportation options. How urban or safe is the campus? Are there buses or do you need a car/bike? Evan: Pomona is one college among the five Claremont Colleges, which all share one campus. Despite containing five liberal arts colleges, it is... Read More About Should I Go To Pomona College?

Should I Go To University of Michigan?

April 18, 2013
Should I Go To University of Michigan?

The tutors behind Varsity Tutors are not just here to teach – they’re sharing their college experiences as well. Ashley is a Washington D.C. tutor specializing in many areas of math including Algebra, Pre-Calculus, and Trigonometry. She graduated from University of Michigan in 2003 with a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science. See what she had to say about her undergraduate experience: VT:  Describe the campus setting and transportation options. How urban or safe is the campus? Are there buses or do you need a car/bike? Ashley: Ann Arbor is a classic college town. The campus is split between North and South ... Read More About Should I Go To University of Michigan?

Should I Go To Rice University?

April 16, 2013
Should I Go To Rice University?

The tutors behind Varsity Tutors are not just here to teach – they’re sharing their college experiences as well. Courtney is a Houston tutor attending Rice University. She is currently a junior majoring in Cognitive Sciences and specializes in several tutoring subjects such as ISEE prep, Biology, and Essay Editing. See what she had to say about Rice: VT:  Describe the campus setting and transportation options. How urban or safe is the campus? Are there buses or do you need a car/bike? Courtney: Although Rice is in the center of a major metropolitan area, the campus feels very intimate and is very safe. Our Rice Uni... Read More About Should I Go To Rice University?