The tutors behind Varsity Tutors are not just here to teach – they’re sharing their college experiences as well. Maggie is a 2011 graduate of Cornell University where she studied Environmental Engineering. She currently tutors in New York City, specializing in many subjects such as Calculus, Chemistry, and Computer Science. See what she had to say about her alma mater:  VT:  Describe the campus setting and transportation options. Are there buses or do you need a car/bike? Maggie: There is a bus system that all freshmen and transfer students can use for free, and it is free for all students during weekends and after... Read More About What is it Like to Attend Cornell University?

The tutors behind Varsity Tutors are not just here to teach – they’re sharing their college experiences as well. Margarita is a New York City tutor who specializes in a plethora of subjects including ACT prep, Algebra, and Essay Editing. She graduated from The University of Chicago in 2010 where she studied Mathematics and Economics. 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? Margarita: The University of Chicago is in Hyde Park, a neighborhood approximately 20 min... Read More About What is it Like to Attend The University of Chicago?

The tutors behind Varsity Tutors are not just here to teach – they’re sharing their college experiences as well. Sarah graduated from Princeton University in 2011 with a Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology. She currently tutors in Phoenix, specializing in numerous subjects including Calculus, MCAT prep, and SAT prep. See what she had to say about her time at Princeton: VT:  Describe the campus setting and transportation options. Are there buses or do you need a car/bike? Sarah: Princeton is a campus that is very easily navigated. The vast majority of students walk to class, and I would say on average, it took me 5-10 min... Read More About What is it like to Attend Princeton University?

The tutors behind Varsity Tutors are not just here to teach – they’re sharing their college experiences as well. Gabrielle is a Kansas City tutor specializing in ACT prep, History, Writing, and more. She graduated from University of Missouri in 2010 where she studied English and History. Check out 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? Gabrielle: Campus itself is a contained entity. It takes about fifteen minutes to power walk from one side to the other, but a pretty go... Read More About What is it Like to Attend University of Missouri?

Varsity Tutors brings you insider tips and advice straight from nationally recognized admissions experts. Densil R. R. Porteous II is currently the Director of Admissions at Columbus College of Art & Design. He has served in leadership roles in admissions at Stanford University and his alma mater, Kenyon College. Densil has also taught at the high school and post-secondary levels when he served as Director of College Counseling at the Drew School in San Francisco and College Counseling Certificate Instructor at University of California, San Diego. VT: How far ahead of time should a student begin working on his or her college application? ... Read More About Ask an Admissions Expert: Densil R. R. Porteous II