VARSITY ADMISSIONS AN EDUCATION BLOG

What is it LIke to Attend The King's College?

March 03, 2013
What is it LIke to Attend The King's College?

The tutors behind Varsity Tutors are not just here to teach – they’re sharing their college experiences as well. Caleb is a New York City tutor specializing in ISEE prep, Pre-Calculus, Reading, and much more. He is currently a junior at The King’s College in New York City studying Politics, Philosophy, and Economics. 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?  Caleb: Since the campus is right by Wall Street, there is lots of transportation available to students. Mos... Read More About What is it LIke to Attend The King's College?

Should I Go To Washington University in St. Louis?

March 01, 2013
Should I Go To Washington University in St. Louis?

The tutors behind Varsity Tutors are not just here to teach – they’re sharing their college experiences as well. Benjamin graduated from Washington University in St. Louis in 2012 where he studied Environmental Studies and Anthropology. He currently tutors in Washington D.C., specializing in Trigonometry, Biology, Reading, and much more. See what he had to say about 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? Benjamin: There is plenty of parking, but it’s expensive. However, you really don’t need... Read More About Should I Go To Washington University in St. Louis?

What is it Like to Attend St. Mary's University?

February 28, 2013
What is it Like to Attend St. Mary's University?

The tutors behind Varsity Tutors are not just here to teach – they’re sharing their college experiences as well. Christine is a Houston tutor and 2012 graduate of St. Mary’s University in San Antonio, Texas. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Biology and currently tutors many subjects including Algebra, Chemistry, and Writing. See what she had to say about her 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? Christine: St. Mary’s entire campus is gated and there are police in cars and on bike... Read More About What is it Like to Attend St. Mary's University?

Should I Go To Dartmouth College?

February 26, 2013
Should I Go To Dartmouth College?

The tutors behind Varsity Tutors are not just here to teach – they’re sharing their college experiences as well. Rebecca is a Phoenix tutor specializing in several subjects such as SAT/ACT prep, Calculus, and History. She graduated from Dartmouth College in 2012 with a Bachelor’s degree in English. 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? Rebecca: Dartmouth is famously rural. As a college situated in the middle of a forest, you don’t get a lot of crime&mdash... Read More About Should I Go To Dartmouth College?

Journalism Career Experiences of a Northwestern University Alumnus

February 25, 2013
Journalism Career Experiences of a Northwestern University Alumnus

Many of our tutors at Varsity Tutors are more than just highly effective teachers; they have significant professional accomplishments and experiences to share with their students. Evan Benn, a Varsity Tutors tutor specializing in undergraduate and graduate school admissions essays, is a successful journalist with an impressive professional track record. Evan graduated from the Medill School of Journalism at Northwestern University in 2004 and went on to work for The Miami Herald as a hard-news reporter for five years. He later relocated to St. Louis where he landed a position at the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, moving through severa... Read More About Journalism Career Experiences of a Northwestern University Alumnus