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BA Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus
6+ Years Tutoring

Scoring a perfect 36 ACT composite while studying Industrial Engineering at Georgia Tech means Ilesh learned to treat every problem — including grammar — as a system with rules you can map and apply. He zeroes in on the English section's punctuation and sentence structure questions by teaching the handful of patterns the test actually recycles, so students stop second-guessing what "sounds right" and start recognizing what's structurally correct. Rated 5.0 by students.

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Jillian
BA Tulane University of Louisiana
9+ Years Tutoring

I'm always up for the challenge of changing my methods of instruction and breaking down topics to foster a deeper understanding of a subject. On a different note, I generally spend my spare time playing lacrosse or running outdoors when possible. I also play the violin with a school quartet, and teach lessons to beginning students working through the Suzuki program.

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Jennifer
BA Emory University
1+ Years Tutoring

Scoring a 35 ACT composite meant Jennifer had to master the English section's particular blend of grammar rules and rhetorical strategy questions — two skill sets that require different approaches. She teaches students to distinguish between "fix the error" questions and "improve the passage" questions on sight, so they're applying the right thinking before they even read the answer choices.

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Tyler
BA Emory University
1+ Years Tutoring

Latin studies build an unusually explicit grasp of grammar — Tyler spent years parsing sentence structures, verb forms, and modifier relationships in a language where you can't fake it by ear, and that translates directly to the ACT English section's punctuation and sentence structure questions. He pairs that grammatical precision with a 35 ACT composite and a systematic approach to the rhetorical strategy questions, teaching students to treat each passage as a quick editing task with predictable, rule-based solutions.

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Marion
MS Lipscomb University • BA Harvard University
8+ Years Tutoring

Before becoming a college prep administrator, Marion spent years as a high school science teacher — which means she's read (and red-penned) thousands of student paragraphs full of exactly the comma errors, wordy phrasing, and shaky transitions the ACT English section loves to test. Her 34 ACT composite and Masters in Education back up an approach built on teaching the section's finite rule set so students can move through all 75 questions with confidence rather than guesswork. Rated 5.0 by students.

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Michael
MS University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign • BA University of Wisconsin Madison
14+ Years Tutoring

I am currently a graduate student at Georgia Tech studying Prosthetics and Orthotics. My career goal is to become a certified prosthetist/orthotist, which means I would make and fit artificial limbs (prostheses) to patients who need them as well as make and fit assistive devices that support existing body parts (orthoses) to treat various conditions.

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Matthew
BA Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus
8+ Years Tutoring

I am a Biotechnology Master's Student at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology, ETH Zurich. I completed my undergraduate degree in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering from Georgia Tech in 2018 while minoring in Biomedical Engineering. My passion is researching novel ways to use ethically derived induced pluripotent stem cells in both research and therapeutic environments, and I love to share my knowledge and excitement for science, math, and language with others.

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Maddie
Current Undergrad Student, Biochemistry Rice University
8+ Years Tutoring

I am an undergraduate at Rice University in Houston pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry and Cell Biology. I have both formal and informal tutoring experience: I worked as an assistant teacher in my high school's math department in Atlanta teaching geometry, algebra and pre-calculus to students over the summer. As an Academic Fellow at Rice, I provide academic assistance to my peers in the natural sciences, specifically chemistry and biochemistry. Although my studies are focused in STEM, I am a strong writer and I excel in helping students improve grammar and essay organization. Additionally, I have abundant experience in both standardized and AP testing. I am a friendly and empathetic person, and I want to do whatever I can to help other students succeed!

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Thomas
Current Undergrad Student, Computer Science Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus
9+ Years Tutoring

I'm Thomas, a sophomore Computer Science student at Georgia Tech. While I may be a STEM major at a tech school, I've always been skilled in reading and writing, never earning less than A in an English class throughout my academic career. If you're looking for someone with a high success rate in English, whether it be standardized testing or general writing, you're in the right place. In high school, I received a perfect score on the SAT writing section (only missed perfect on Verbal by 10 points), won first place in the UIL Regional Ready Writing Contest, and served as an editor on the school newspaper. While completing my university English requirement, I created an online tour stop for Atlanta's National Center for Civil and Human Rights.

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Adel
BA Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus
13+ Years Tutoring

I'm Adel, a native of Atlanta, GA and graduate of Georgia Tech. I love playing basketball, football, eating all kinds of great food, catching the newest movie or new TV show and most of all, hanging out with my friends and family. I have been tutoring since my freshmen year in college a variety of subjects including Mathematics, English and Science. With my youngest brother in high school and my youngest sister in elementary school, I have constant exposure to different levels and types of academic subjects.

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Yilin
BA Case Western Reserve University • Juris Doctor, Law Emory University
14+ Years Tutoring

The ACT English section tests grammar rules most students never formally learned — comma splices, pronoun-antecedent agreement, rhetorical strategy questions that ask you to rearrange or delete sentences. Yilin scored a 34 composite and breaks each passage into a system of quick pattern checks so students stop second-guessing themselves on race day. Rated 5.0 by students.

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Andrew
BA Emory University
5+ Years Tutoring

The ACT English section tests grammar rules most students never formally learned — comma splices, pronoun-antecedent agreement, and rhetorical strategy questions that require reading for tone. Andrew scored a 35 composite and breaks each question type into a decision tree so students can identify the tested rule in seconds. Rated 4.9 by students.

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Emily
BA University
14+ Years Tutoring

As an avid reader and honors English student at KU, Emily spots the grammar and rhetorical patterns the ACT English section tests — comma splices, pronoun agreement, redundancy, and passage-level organization questions. She teaches students to hear the errors by reading strategically rather than relying on rules they've half-memorized, an approach that helped her earn a 33 composite.

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Jessica
Current Undergrad Student, Political Science and Government Emory University
7+ Years Tutoring

Scoring a 35 ACT composite means Jessica knows the English section inside out — the comma rules, rhetorical strategy questions, and transition logic that trip up even strong readers. As an English major and former editor-in-chief of her school newspaper, she spots grammatical errors instinctively and teaches students to do the same under timed pressure. Rated 5.0 by students.

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Shea
BA Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus
6+ Years Tutoring

Scoring a 33 ACT composite, Shea knows the English section inside out — it tests grammar rules and rhetorical strategy in ways that reward quick pattern recognition over slow deliberation. She teaches students to spot the most common traps, like misplaced modifiers and redundant phrasing, so they can move through passages efficiently and confidently. Her question-driven style ensures students understand the underlying rule, not just the right answer for one practice problem.

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Kellie
BA Brigham Young University
13+ Years Tutoring

Chemical engineering coursework drills a specific kind of precision into your writing — every lab report and technical memo has to be tight, logically sequenced, and free of ambiguity, which is essentially what the ACT English section rewards at speed. Kellie pairs that editorial discipline with a 34 ACT composite and a strong grammar background to teach the punctuation and sentence-structure rules the test cycles through most often. She's especially effective on the conciseness questions where students need to recognize that shorter is almost always the answer.

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Jennifer
BA The University of Alabama
10+ Years Tutoring

Six years of tutoring writing and grammar — plus a PR and English background from Alabama — means Jennifer has already diagnosed every comma splice, redundancy issue, and pronoun error the ACT English section likes to recycle before most students even spot the underline. She scored a 32 ACT composite and teaches the section as a quick-pass editing exercise, training students to identify whether each question targets a punctuation rule, a transition, or a conciseness fix so they can move through all 75 questions without second-guessing. Rated 5.0 by students.

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Rodrigo
Current Undergrad Student, Industrial Engineering Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus
8+ Years Tutoring

I am an undergraduate student at Georgia Tech working towards a B.S. in Industrial Engineering. I specialize in tutoring algebra, geometry, and middle school math. I have experience tutoring kids from ages 11 to 14, and some of my favorite hobbies include: music, sports, food, and fitness.

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Ryan
BA Davidson College
7+ Years Tutoring

I'm Ryan, and I'm dedicated to empowering you and your words as much as possible. I even got an English degree from Davidson College to back it up. I've also worked as a College Advisor, so I have experience filling out hundreds of FAFSAs and college applications, editing quite a bit of last-minute essays, and assisting students in the best strategies for the ACT/SAT. I hope to help you present and uncover all your truths!

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Corey
Current Undergrad, Nuclear and Radiological Engineering Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus
1+ Years Tutoring

Scoring a 33 ACT composite means Corey knows how to navigate the English section's trickiest territory: punctuation rules that look interchangeable, rhetorical strategy questions that seem subjective, and transition choices that hinge on paragraph-level logic. He breaks down each question type so students can spot what's actually being tested instead of second-guessing their instincts.

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Victor
Current Undergrad, Finance University of Georgia
9+ Years Tutoring

Finance majors spend their days writing concise, structured arguments — trimming fluff from investment memos and making every sentence justify its existence, which is essentially what the ACT English section asks you to do under a 45-minute clock. Victor scored a 32 ACT composite and brings that editorial discipline to the rhetoric and conciseness questions where students who "go by ear" tend to lose easy points.

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Amin
BA University of Alabama at Birmingham • Current Grad Student, Medicine Morehouse School of Medicine
10+ Years Tutoring

I am a 4th year medical student who has been tutoring since college. I love working with people and teaching students. I have a strong background in the sciences and look forward to helping make science easy for everyone. I look forward to working with you.

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Olivia
BA University of Georgia
1+ Years Tutoring

I'm Olivia, and I'm excited to be considered as your tutor. I primarily tutor French at all levels. In addition to my language education from a young age, working and studying in France and Belgium helped me attain fluency in French.

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Brett
BA Miami University (Ohio)
15+ Years Tutoring

I am currently the Editor-in-Chief of Crit, the Journal of the American Institute of Architecture Students, a national peer-reviewed publication in which high school, college, and graduate students publish their written and design work. I also work as a college essay editor for an educational consultant based in Philadelphia. I am preparing applications to dual-degree graduate programs in city planning and law.

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Christy
BA University
1+ Years Tutoring

I am a graduate of the College of William and Mary, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with a Public Health minor, Magna Cum Laude. I served as a both an undergraduate Teaching Assistant for an upper level public health course and a College Applicant mentor for a local high school throughout my time in college. I am passionate about helping students of all ages and abilities reach their full potential!

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Jordan
BA Northwestern University
13+ Years Tutoring

Three creative writing degrees mean Jordan has spent years workshopping prose — cutting redundant sentences, tightening transitions, and restructuring paragraphs for clarity, which is essentially what the ACT English section asks you to do under a 45-minute clock. His 32 ACT composite and background in both Spanish and literary analysis give him a multilayered grasp of English grammar conventions, particularly the sentence-level editing and rhetorical strategy questions where knowing how a passage should flow matters more than memorizing isolated rules.

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Sophie
BA Emory University
5+ Years Tutoring

I am double majoring in Neuroscience and Behavioral Biology and Philosophy at Emory University. I genuinely enjoy working with students to achieve their academic goals. I have experience teaching children and adolescents language skills, science, and math. In my free time, I can mostly be found outside hiking, running, or doing yoga.

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Ethan
BA Washington University in St. Louis
6+ Years Tutoring

Neuroscience writing at WashU demands ruthless clarity — Ethan edits dense research prose daily, which builds the exact reflex the ACT English section rewards when it asks you to tighten wordy sentences, fix misplaced modifiers, and choose the right transition between ideas. His 35 ACT composite means he's already proven he can apply those editing instincts at speed under test conditions.

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Burhanuddin
BA Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus
5+ Years Tutoring

As a physics student at Georgia Tech, Burhanuddin writes technical prose all day — lab reports, proofs, problem explanations — which builds the exact editing reflex the ACT English section demands when it asks you to fix dangling modifiers, cut redundancy, or choose the right transition between ideas. His 35 ACT composite confirms he executes under timed pressure, and he teaches the section's punctuation and sentence-structure rules as a systematic toolkit rather than a guessing game. Rated 5.0 by students.

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Jackson
Current Undergrad Student, Computer Science Haverford College
9+ Years Tutoring

I'm a a high school graduate headed off to college at Haverford, a top college near Philly. I specialize in both math and writing, often tutoring my friends and volunteering at the writing center. I've taken many dual enrollment math courses at local colleges, including Calculus 1,2, and 3, as well as linear algebra. I also do a lot of test prep, as I've actually taken the SAT 5 times and scored a 1590, so I'm very used to standardized testing. I love helping people, so I hope I can help you!

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Chris
BA Cornell University
6+ Years Tutoring

I am a rising junior in Cornell University in the College of Engineering. Currently, I am studying Computer Science and Education with the goal of becoming a high school teacher for Mathematics and Computer Science. I have educated others in a wide variety of age groups and settings from public schools to private tutoring to summer camps. With the rise of computer science and programming I have firsthand experience on what the future of someone pursuing that field is like and how to prepare and stay motivated in that field. In my time aiding students I saw that motivation and having a goal is the most important part of learning the subject and becoming a better student to help accomplish the set goal.

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Neha
MS Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus • BA Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus
3+ Years Tutoring

I am continuing to add to my range of subjects that I teach.

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Varshini
BA University of Alabama at Birmingham
9+ Years Tutoring

Minoring in both mathematics and French at UAB gave Varshini an unusual double fluency — she learned English grammar conventions analytically, the way a multilingual student does, while her neuroscience major demanded the kind of tight, precise writing that mirrors what the ACT English section rewards. She scored a 34 ACT composite and zeroes in on the verb tense consistency and sentence placement questions where students who rely on instinct alone tend to lose easy points.

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Paula
BA Vanderbilt University
1+ Years Tutoring

Getting past the Jeopardy! Online Test takes the same rapid pattern recognition the ACT English section demands — scanning a chunk of text, spotting what's off, and committing to an answer fast. Paula pairs that instinct with a 32 ACT composite and a psychology background that makes her especially sharp on the rhetorical questions about audience, purpose, and how a writer's choices shape meaning. Rated 4.8 by students.

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Benjamin
BA University of Georgia
4+ Years Tutoring

Computer science trained Benjamin to parse syntax errors in code, and he applies that same systematic eye to the ACT English section — spotting misplaced commas, broken parallel structure, and redundant phrasing by treating each underlined portion as a line of code that either follows the rules or doesn't. His 34 ACT composite means he's battle-tested on the actual exam, and he's particularly effective at teaching the conciseness questions where students need to pick the shortest correct option instead of the one that "sounds smartest."

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Morgan
BA Washington University in St. Louis
6+ Years Tutoring

Most ACT English mistakes come down to a handful of recurring grammar rules: punctuation between clauses, subject-verb agreement across long sentences, and redundancy traps. Morgan, who scored a 34 composite and studies English literature at WashU, drills these patterns until students spot errors almost on instinct. She's rated 5.0 by her students.

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Saniya
BA Rhodes College
8+ Years Tutoring

Minoring in both Chemistry and English at Rhodes College meant Saniya spent four years switching between rigid lab writing and nuanced literary prose — building the kind of dual editorial instinct that maps neatly onto ACT English, where one question tests a strict comma rule and the next asks you to judge a paragraph's rhetorical purpose. She zeroes in on the verb tense consistency and pronoun agreement questions that tend to snag students who otherwise read well, teaching each as a pattern to spot rather than a judgment call. Holds a 33 ACT composite and a 5.0 rating.

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Josh
BA University of Georgia
1+ Years Tutoring

Between his neuroscience coursework and college essays, Josh spends most of his time editing dense, precise prose — a habit that translates directly to the ACT English section's rapid-fire grammar and rhetoric questions. He scored a 32 ACT composite and breaks down the passage-level organization and conciseness questions by teaching students to read like editors trimming a draft, not like test-takers hunting for errors. Rated 5.0 by students.

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Dhruv
Current Undergrad Student Brown University
9+ Years Tutoring

The ACT English section is really a grammar and rhetoric test in disguise, and Dhruv treats it that way — drilling comma rules, parallel structure, and transition logic until students can spot errors almost instantly. He scored a 35 ACT composite through self-study and knows exactly which grammar patterns the test recycles most often. Rated 4.9 by students.

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Thomas
BA Emory University
3+ Years Tutoring

I am committed to empowering my students and supporting their academic and personal growth. I believe the foundation to successful tutoring to be a mutually trusting and accommodating relationship; thus, I am a firm believer of individualized lesson plans that play to the unique strengths and weaknesses of each student.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Score improvement varies based on your starting point and commitment level, but most students see meaningful gains within 4-8 weeks of focused tutoring. If you're scoring in the 18-24 range, improvements of 3-5 points are typical. Students already scoring 28+ often see 1-2 point increases, as refining performance at higher levels requires addressing more subtle grammar and rhetorical skills.

The key is identifying your specific weak areas—whether that's grammar rules, reading comprehension, rhetorical strategies, or test pacing—and targeting those systematically. Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who assess where you're losing points and create a personalized study plan to address those gaps.

Atlanta students typically struggle with three main areas: pacing (finishing all 75 questions within 45 minutes), distinguishing between similar grammar rules, and understanding the rhetorical strategies questions. Many students rush through passages and miss nuanced errors, or they spend too long on one question and run out of time.

The English section also tests reading comprehension alongside grammar—you need to understand context to answer questions about word choice and tone. Tutors help you develop efficient reading strategies, build pattern recognition for grammar rules, and practice strategic time management so you're not guessing on the final questions.

The ACT English section requires you to complete 75 questions in 45 minutes—less than 40 seconds per question. The most effective strategy is to spend 30-40 seconds on straightforward grammar questions and reserve 50-70 seconds for more complex rhetorical strategy questions. Many students waste time re-reading entire passages; instead, skim for main idea and context, then refer back only when needed.

Practice tests are essential for building timing skills. Work through full-length practice sections under timed conditions, track which question types slow you down most, and adjust your approach accordingly. A tutor can analyze your practice test results to identify whether you're spending too much time reading, overthinking answers, or struggling with specific question formats—then build targeted strategies to address your specific timing issues.

Grammar questions test your command of usage, punctuation, sentence structure, and mechanics—they have objectively correct answers based on English rules. Rhetorical strategy questions ask why a writer made a choice and how it affects the passage—they require you to understand tone, purpose, audience, and organization.

Roughly 40% of the English section is grammar-focused, while 60% tests reading comprehension and rhetorical skills. Many students excel at identifying comma splices but struggle with questions like "Which sentence best supports the author's argument?" or "What would be the effect of deleting this phrase?" Tutors help you develop distinct approaches for each question type, so you're not applying grammar-checking logic to comprehension questions.

Most students benefit from completing 4-6 full-length ACT practice tests before test day, with at least 2-3 of those taken under strict timed conditions. Ideally, space them out over several weeks rather than taking them all at once, so you have time between tests to identify patterns in your mistakes and adjust your strategies.

Quality matters more than quantity—taking a practice test isn't valuable unless you review it thoroughly afterward. After each test, categorize your mistakes: Did you not know the rule? Did you misread the question? Did you run out of time? Did you second-guess yourself? This analysis reveals your actual weaknesses and helps you focus your studying. Tutors guide your practice test strategy and help you extract maximum learning from each attempt.

Test anxiety often stems from uncertainty about what to expect or fear of running out of time. Building confidence comes from three things: understanding exactly what the test measures, practicing under realistic conditions, and developing a reliable strategy you trust. When you know your approach and have rehearsed it dozens of times, you're less likely to panic when facing unfamiliar questions.

Practical anxiety-management techniques include reading questions actively (underlining key words), trusting your first instinct on straightforward grammar questions, marking difficult questions and returning to them later rather than getting stuck, and focusing on what you can control (effort and strategy) rather than the score. Many students find that tutoring reduces anxiety simply because they feel more prepared and understand the section's logic rather than viewing it as random or tricky.

The best way to identify weak areas is to take a full-length practice test under timed conditions, then review every question—not just the ones you got wrong. For each incorrect answer, ask: Did I miss a grammar rule? Did I misunderstand what the passage said? Did I misread the question? Did I run out of time? This categorization reveals whether you struggle with specific grammar concepts, reading comprehension, pacing, or careless errors.

You should also track which question types trip you up most—some students consistently miss pronoun agreement questions, while others struggle with rhetorical strategy or punctuation. Once you know your patterns, you can target those specific skills. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who analyze your practice tests, pinpoint your actual weak areas rather than assumed ones, and build a focused study plan that addresses your specific needs rather than generic test prep.

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