VARSITY ADMISSIONS AN EDUCATION BLOG

What is it Like to Attend The University of Texas at Austin?

February 04, 2013
What is it Like to Attend The University of Texas at Austin?

The tutors behind Varsity Tutors are not just here to teach – they’re sharing their college experiences as well. Larrissa is a Houston tutor specializing in Psychology, Reading, ISEE prep, and more. She studied Communications at The University of Texas at Austin and graduated in 2009. 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? Larrissa: There are plenty of ways to get around UT-Austin – the bus system being the most useful. There are university buses that run around ... Read More About What is it Like to Attend The University of Texas at Austin?

What is it Like to Attend DePaul University?

February 03, 2013
What is it Like to Attend DePaul University?

The tutors behind Varsity Tutors are not just here to teach – they’re sharing their college experiences as well. Devin is a Seattle tutor who specializes in all courses related to the social sciences and humanities, particularly Reading, Writing, and History. He graduated from DePaul University in 2012 where he studied History and African & Black Diaspora Studies. See what he had to say about his 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? Devin: All transportation options are possible in the h ... Read More About What is it Like to Attend DePaul University?

What is it Like to Attend Yale University?

February 02, 2013
What is it Like to Attend Yale University?

The tutors behind Varsity Tutors are not just here to teach – they’re sharing their college experiences as well. Angela is a Houston tutor and graduate of Yale University. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Film Studies and currently tutors Literature, Writing, Spanish, and more. See what she had to say about her experience at Yale: 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?  Angela: Yale is a great, urban campus in a small city, New Haven. The transportation options are fantastic, with a Yale shuttle readily ... Read More About What is it Like to Attend Yale University?

What is it Like to Attend Vanderbilt University?

February 01, 2013
What is it Like to Attend Vanderbilt University?

The tutors behind Varsity Tutors are not just here to teach – they’re sharing their college experiences as well. Emily is an Atlanta tutor and 2008 graduate of Vanderbilt University. She holds a degree in Classical Languages and currently tutors several subjects including SAT/ACT prep, Geometry, and Reading. See what she had to say about her time at Vanderbilt: 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? Emily: Vanderbilt is a walking campus in the southwest side of Nashville. All of main campus is walkable within ten minut ... Read More About What is it Like to Attend Vanderbilt University?

What is it Like to Attend University of Washington?

February 01, 2013
What is it Like to Attend University of Washington?

The tutors behind Varsity Tutors are not just here to teach – they’re sharing their college experiences as well. Sebastian is a 2012 graduate of University of Washington and currently tutors Organic Chemistry in Seattle. He acquired his Bachelor’s degree in General Biology. See what he had to say about his school:  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?  Sebastian: Overall, the transportation was very good. If you were to travel there by car, there are plenty of parking places, but you do have to pay fo ... Read More About What is it Like to Attend University of Washington?