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Ilesh
I am a recent grad from Georgia Tech, majoring in Industrial and Systems Engineering (an intersection of math, computer science, and business) and minoring in Business and Technology. I am originally from Columbus, OH, but chose to come down to Atlanta after getting a full-ride scholarship from Geor...
Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus
Bachelor of Science, Industrial Engineering

Certified Tutor
16+ years
John
I'm a huge Red Sox fan and love watching detective shows when I have free time.
University of St Thomas
Bachelor of Fine Arts, English/Drama
American Academy of Dramatic Arts
Associates, Acting
Certified Tutor
8+ years
Anna
I'm Anna! I'm currently a student in the MD/MBA program between Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine and the Kellogg School of Management, and graduated from Northwestern University as part of the Honors Program in Medical Education. I attended the Bergen County Academies in New Jer...
Northwestern University
Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
Northwestern University
Graduated (Honors Program in Medical Education)
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Chelain
I am currently a resident physician at Northwestern Hospital.
Thomas Jefferson University
PHD, PhD: Molecular Pharmacology and Structural Biology; MD: Medicine. Currently a Resident in Radiation Oncology at Northwestern Memorial Hospital. C
Swarthmore College
Bachelors, Biology, Psychology
Certified Tutor
5+ years
Sugi
I am currently a 4th year medical student at Baylor College of Medicine and previously graduated from Rice University, Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor's degree in Cognitive Science and Biochemistry & Cell Biology. I have served on admissions interview committees for Rice and Baylor College of Medici...
Rice University
Bachelor's degree in Cognitive Science and Biochemistry & Cell Biology
Baylor College of Medicine
Doctor of Medicine, Ophthalmic Technology
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Elliot
I am happy to accommodate and work with learners on the spectrum.
Hampshire College
Bachelor in Arts, Cognitive Science
Vanderbilt University
Doctor of Philosophy, Neuroscience
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Alex
I'm a current medical student at the University of Arizona College of Medicine with undergraduate degrees from Washington and Lee in chemical engineering and anthropology. I have extensive experience in tutoring and teaching since 2010, and am ready to help you with your learning needs! I focus on s...
Washington and Lee University
Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering
Certified Tutor
8+ years
Benjamin
I'm a rising junior at Columbia University studying English literature and computer science. I'm excited to begin my first summer working with Varsity Tutors! My strongest tutoring areas include ACT test prep, algebra and calculus I, computer science (Java and C) and building reading and writing ski...
Columbia University in the City of New York
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Columbia University in the City of New York
Current Grad Student, English
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Edward
I am currently studying chemical engineering at the University of Michigan. I have always helped out my fellow students with schoolwork, and I have tutored in the National Honor Society for three years. My tutoring strengths include my abilities to stay calm, be patient, and offer different perspect...
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Hi! I'm a senior at the University of Michigan Ross School of Business looking for a small side hustle. As I know AP season is approaching for high school students, I would love to help as a tutor in preparation for exams, or provide guidance with college applications and essays! I am super passiona...
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
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Alexandra
Elementary School Science Tutor • +2 Subjects
Hi! My name is Alexandra, and I am a Princeton University Neuroscience major with 5+ years of tutoring experience. I specialize in SAT/ACT/PSAT prep and have successfully taught topics ranging from computer science and basic sciences to elementary reading and writing and college essay writing. In high school, I scored a perfect 36 on the ACT on my first attempt, a perfect 1520 on the PSAT/NMSQT, won "finalist" status in the National Merit Scholarship competition, and was a medalist in the New York Science Olympiad. As an undergraduate at the top-ranked university, I focus specifically on standardized test preparation, including the SAT, ACT, and PSAT. I have an understanding of the structure and timing of the exams and the strategic approaches that are required to achieve top scores. I have successfully supported students in improving their performance through individualized study plans because I understand that not all students can use the same approaches to succeed. My approach emphasizes effective time management and a mastery of recurring question types. Outside of college test preparation, I have tutored students ages 5 to 17 in a variety of topics. A common teaching approach I use is to introduce new concepts with example problems that we work through together. I then explain each strategy and help the student through another problem, encouraging them to explain their thinking step by step. Finally, I let the student tackle a problem independently. Once a student can articulate why a method works, they are truly ready to apply it on their own. While this method suits many students, I understand that everyone learns differently and pride myself on being adaptable within and outside of lessons.
Christopher
AP Calculus AB Tutor • +51 Subjects
I am a rising sophomore at Harvard College and am about to declare as a Mechanical Engineering concentrator, working towards a Bachelor of Science degree. I've always enjoyed sharing my knowledge with my peers and those around me and have done so in both formal and informal settings. I've been a tutor for both Math and Spanish programs in high school and enjoyed the strides I made with students. I am willing to tutor any subject I have a background in, but am strong in mathematics, the sciences, Spanish, history, writing, and ACT prep. I enjoy teaching mathematics most due to the joy I can see in children once they master a topic and can answer even pointed questions meant to stump them, and maybe even put their knowledge to real world use. As a tutor, I like to give a strong foundation to orient my student, and then gradually grant them more freedom and independence until they can feel themselves grasp the concept, pointing out pitfalls or common errors along the way; teachers who used these methods on me always left the most lasting impressions. Outside of my studies, I really enjoy listening to music, both old favorites and new interests, reading classics, and gaming/playing basketball with my friends. Hobbies: writing, art, books, reading, gardening, music
Eric
Pre-Algebra Tutor • +38 Subjects
I am available to tutor a range of middle school and high school subjects, but I am most excited about tutoring test prep. I remember how stressful preparing for college can be and I am eager to do my part in helping students fulfill their college goals. I believe that learning is a collaborative process and I am committed to being as actively involved in the student's learning as I can. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, going to the movies (I try to see each Oscar nominee before the ceremony every year.), and am a huge Michigan sports fan.
Logan
Pre-Algebra Tutor • +31 Subjects
I'm eager to teach students how to make connections and understand any part of the world they need! Hobbies: art, books, writing, reading, music
Austin
Elementary Math Tutor • +35 Subjects
Hobbies: reading, music, writing, art, books, traveling, travel, outdoors
Emily
Pre-Algebra Tutor • +38 Subjects
I am a Yale graduate with over 8 years experience tutoring students from a variety of backgrounds. I recently graduated from the Yale School of Public Health with a MPH concentrating in Epidemiology and Global Health. I also received my B.S. from Yale with a double major in Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology and French. I have experience both leading group classes and working with students one on one. I will respond to a student's strengths, weaknesses, and learning style in order to help them succeed and make the most of our time together. I earned a perfect score of 36 on the ACT, 2280 on the SAT, and qualified as a National Merit Scholar on the PSAT. I look forward to working with you! Hobbies: writing, art, books, music, dancing, baking, reading
Sarah
Pre-Algebra Tutor • +17 Subjects
I am a Neuroscience and Behavior major at Columbia University. Although my major is centered in the STEM field, I am also passionate about human rights work, global engagement, and local outreach. While my future plans are subject to change, I see myself continuing in academia, going to medical school, and becoming a physician.
Kyle
SAT Tutor • +2 Subjects
As a passionate tutor with over 2 years of experience, I am dedicated to helping students excel in mathematics, particularly in subjects like Algebra, Calculus, and Geometry. Currently pursuing a Bachelor's in Data Science at Utah State University, I leverage my academic background to provide real-world applications that make complex concepts more relatable. My teaching philosophy centers on fostering a supportive learning environment where students feel comfortable asking questions and exploring their understanding. I believe in tailoring my approach to meet each student's unique needs, which not only boosts their confidence but also enhances their academic success. Outside of tutoring, I enjoy engaging in problem-solving challenges and exploring new technologies, which further fuels my enthusiasm for teaching and learning.
Sharan
AP Statistics Tutor • +30 Subjects
I am a rising sophomore at Cornell University, studying Human Biology, Health and Society. I am on the premed track and am pursuing a minor in South Asian Studies. I was born in India and grew up in Singapore and Buffalo, NY, where I currently live. This past semester, I tutored middle and high school students in math, biology, and chemistry in Ithaca. I also particularly enjoy tutoring for standardized tests such as the ACT, as I feel it is where students are able to make a lot of progress quickly, and it also tends to be the most rewarding for both the students and for me! As someone who loves making organized and detailed plans, I believe having a clear set of goals for one's future is the key to success, and this can be applied to anything, from a single test to one's entire career. I would love to help my students with setting goals and making plans in their high school and/or college careers, in addition to tutoring a specific subject! In college, I am most involved with Cornell's Hindu Student Council and SPICMACAY, an Indian classical music and dance organization. Outside of academia, I sing South Indian classical music and play many different genres of the piano.
Dennis
AP Statistics Tutor • +50 Subjects
I'm Dennis. I study physics, math, and computer science. I have done research about cosmic ray acceleration at supernova shock fronts in the Princeton University Department of Astrophysics, simulating how the turbulent plasmas push protons and ions. I have also worked at the Norfolk State University Department of Engineering, designing, simulating, optimizing, and building light filters for wavelength-division optical-electronic multiplexers. Another field I study is the mathematics of quasicrystals and aperiodic tilings, such as the Penrose tiling of rhombuses.
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English Language Arts tends to be the most challenging section for many students, particularly the rhetoric and writing components that require understanding author's purpose and making precise word choices. Math also trips up students who haven't mastered algebraic reasoning and multi-step problem solving. Science reasoning—which requires interpreting data, graphs, and experimental design—catches students off guard because it's less about memorized facts and more about analytical thinking. A tutor can identify which specific skill gaps are holding you back, whether that's reading comprehension speed, equation setup, or data interpretation.
The key is practicing with timed sections to build automaticity on easier questions, so you have mental energy for harder ones. Many students waste time on questions they'll eventually get wrong while rushing through ones they could solve carefully. A tutor can teach you strategic skipping—identifying which question types to tackle first based on your strengths, then returning to harder questions if time permits. Working through official practice tests under timed conditions, with post-test analysis of where you lost time, helps you develop realistic pacing benchmarks for each section.
The best approach is taking a full practice test, then analyzing your errors by question type and difficulty level rather than just looking at your overall score. You might discover you're strong on main idea questions but weak on inference, or that you miss geometry problems but excel at algebra. A tutor can help you categorize mistakes into three buckets: careless errors (you knew the concept), concept gaps (you didn't understand), and timing issues (you ran out of time). Once you know your pattern, you can focus study time on the highest-impact areas instead of reviewing everything.
ACT Aspire Science doesn't require memorized science facts—it tests your ability to read data, interpret graphs, understand experimental design, and draw conclusions from evidence. Students often struggle because they expect it to be like a biology or chemistry test, when really it's a reading and reasoning test that happens to use scientific content. The section includes conflicting viewpoints passages where you evaluate different scientific perspectives, which requires careful comparison skills. A tutor can teach you how to quickly extract what matters from dense passages and tables, and how to distinguish between what the data shows versus what the author claims.
These questions require not just solving equations, but understanding what variables represent, how functions behave, and how to translate word problems into mathematical expressions—skills that go beyond basic computation. Students often skip steps or misread what the question is asking, leading to careless errors on problems they actually understand conceptually. ACT Aspire also emphasizes multi-step problems where you need to set up the equation correctly before solving, and many students lose points on setup rather than calculation. A tutor can help you develop a systematic approach to translating words into math, checking your setup before diving into computation, and recognizing common function patterns.
Anxiety often stems from uncertainty—not knowing what to expect, feeling unprepared for specific question types, or having experienced frustration on practice tests. Working through timed practice tests with a tutor builds familiarity and confidence, so test day feels like something you've done before rather than a surprise. A tutor can also teach you concrete strategies for staying calm under pressure, like strategic skipping to build momentum, checking your work on easier questions first, and recognizing when to move on from a problem. As you see score improvements through targeted practice, your confidence naturally increases.
Stated information questions ask you to locate explicit details in the passage, while inference questions require you to read between the lines and understand what the author implies without directly saying it. Many students struggle with inference because they either stick too closely to the text (missing the intended meaning) or go too far off the text (making unsupported leaps). ACT Aspire inference questions typically hinge on understanding tone, author's attitude, or the logical connection between ideas. A tutor can teach you how to identify evidence that supports each answer choice, distinguishing between what's directly stated, what's reasonably inferred, and what's outside the passage entirely.
For students with 8-12 weeks until test day, one full practice test every 1-2 weeks works well—frequent enough to track progress and identify patterns, but spaced out enough to allow focused skill-building between tests. Early in prep, you might take a diagnostic test to establish a baseline, then shift to targeted practice on weak areas before returning to full tests. The goal isn't just taking tests; it's analyzing each one to understand your error patterns and adjusting your study plan accordingly. A tutor can help you interpret practice test results and decide whether you need more work on specific skills or if you're ready to move forward.
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