What is it Like to Attend University of Colorado Denver?

What is it Like to Attend University of Colorado Denver?

The tutors behind Varsity Tutors are not just here to teach – they’re sharing their college experiences as well. Dallas is a Denver tutor specializing in Biology tutoring, Chemistry tutoring, German tutoring, Spanish tutoring, and a number of other areas. He is currently a junior at University of Colorado Denver majoring in Biology. See what he had to share about University of Colorado Denver: 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? Dallas: The campus is in an urban setting with three different academic institutions on a sing ... Read More About What is it Like to Attend University of Colorado Denver?

What is it Like to Attend University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff?

What is it Like to Attend University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff?

The tutors behind Varsity Tutors are not just here to teach – they’re sharing their college experiences, as well. Kisha graduated from University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff in 2006 with a Bachelor’s degree in English. She is now a Houston tutor specializing in Writing tutoring, Essay Editing tutoring, Reading tutoring, and a number of other subjects. Check out her review of University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff: 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? Kisha: The campus setting at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff i ... Read More About What is it Like to Attend University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff?

How Will the AP Physics B Exam Change in May 2015?

How Will the AP Physics B Exam Change in May 2015?

In May 2015, the Advanced Placement (AP) Physics B exam will undergo some change. Reviewing the breakdown of these changes below will help students to ensure readiness for the new exam when it premieres.  The need for change  The National Research Council (NRC) recently determined that the AP Physics B course covered too wide a breadth of material – so wide that students were not developing a deep enough understanding of concepts. To improve exploration of such materials, and to expand the scope of knowledge covered, the NRC made a recommendation that AP Physics B be divided into a two-year course, effectively doubling its le ... Read More About How Will the AP Physics B Exam Change in May 2015?

5 Tips to Ace Your Business School Interview

5 Tips to Ace Your Business School Interview

The business school interview represents yet another step toward reaching your MBA dream. It is an excellent opportunity to explore a prospective program and to convince admissions officers to choose you. Here are five tips to help you make the most of this very important meeting:  1. Dress appropriately Business schools typically maintain a corporate environment, particularly for official meetings. If you already own a suit, great! If you intend to purchase one, dark blue or charcoal gray in a high-quality material is an excellent choice for your jacket and pants or skirt. Select a shirt color that complements the suit, and follow the ... Read More About 5 Tips to Ace Your Business School Interview

Should I Go To Macalester College?

Should I Go To Macalester College?

The tutors behind Varsity Tutors are not just here to teach – they’re sharing their college experiences as well. Ruby is a Minneapolis tutor and 2011 graduate of Macalester College. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Linguistics and tutors several subjects, specializing in Algebra tutoring, SAT prep tutoring, and Spanish tutoring. Check out what Ruby had to say about her time at Macalester College: 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? Ruby: Macalester College is both urban and safe! The campus is very small, ... Read More About Should I Go To Macalester College?