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Certified Tutor
5+ years
I'm Jamie, a 25-year-old high school teacher from Philadelphia. For as long as I can remember, I've loved helping people write standout application essays that reflect their personalities and passions. I'm a kind, incisive, and relatable teacher and I'd love to work with you to meet and exceed your ...
Princeton University
Bachelor in Arts

Certified Tutor
Comma splices, dangling modifiers, redundancy — the ACT English section tests grammar rules that most students learned once and half-forgot. Yoonseo spent three years at Kumon drilling English grammar and reading conventions, which means she can pinpoint exactly which rules a student keeps missing a...
Johns Hopkins University
Bachelor's (in progress)
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Christopher
I'm a current student at Johns Hopkins University pursuing a bachelor's in both Neuroscience and Molecular & Cellular Biology. My favorite subjects to tutor are biology, chemistry, psychology, art history, and environmental science on both a high school and Advanced Placement level. Alongside those ...
Johns Hopkins University
Bachelor of Science, Cellular and Molecular Biology
Certified Tutor
Most ACT English mistakes come down to a handful of grammar patterns — comma splices, subject-verb agreement across long clauses, and misplaced modifiers — that repeat predictably across every test. Weilong drills students on recognizing these patterns at speed so the 45-minute time limit stops feel...
University
Bachelor's
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Ilesh
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 h...
Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus
Bachelor of Science, Industrial Engineering
Certified Tutor
16+ years
John
Scoring a 36 ACT composite means John knows exactly how the English section tries to trip students up — from comma splice traps to rhetorical strategy questions buried in transition sentences. His English and Drama background gives him a natural ear for the grammar and style conventions the test rew...
University of St Thomas
Bachelor of Fine Arts, English/Drama
American Academy of Dramatic Arts
Associates, Acting
Certified Tutor
8+ years
Anna
Running through the Honors Program in Medical Education at Northwestern meant Anna was writing and editing scientific prose from her first undergraduate year — tightening arguments, cutting redundancy, and enforcing precise punctuation under deadline, which is essentially the ACT English section at ...
Northwestern University
Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
Northwestern University
Graduated (Honors Program in Medical Education)
Certified Tutor
5+ years
Sugi
Scoring a perfect 36 ACT composite means Sugi knows exactly how the English section tests grammar — from comma splices and apostrophe rules to rhetorical strategy questions about paragraph organization. She breaks each question type into a decision tree so students can identify what's being tested b...
Rice University
Bachelor's degree in Cognitive Science and Biochemistry & Cell Biology
Baylor College of Medicine
Doctor of Medicine, Ophthalmic Technology
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Alex
Scoring a 36 ACT composite while juggling a chemical engineering curriculum at Washington and Lee means Alex learned to read and edit fast — a skill that pays off on the English section's 75 questions in 45 minutes, where hesitation on any single punctuation or rhetoric question eats into the clock....
Washington and Lee University
Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering
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
9+ years
Elliot
Elliot earned a 36 ACT composite, and his approach to the English section zeroes in on the handful of grammar rules — comma splices, modifier placement, parallelism, pronoun agreement — that appear on nearly every test form. Beyond mechanics, he also tackles the rhetorical strategy questions, teachi...
Hampshire College
Bachelor in Arts, Cognitive Science
Vanderbilt University
Doctor of Philosophy, Neuroscience
Certified Tutor
8+ years
Benjamin
Most ACT English mistakes come down to a handful of grammar and rhetoric patterns that repeat across every test. Benjamin, who scored a 36 composite and studies English at Columbia, drills students on the specific punctuation rules, transition logic, and concision principles that the ACT actually te...
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
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Studying communication and ministry meant Logan spent years dissecting how language persuades — sermon structure, rhetorical clarity, concise phrasing — which maps surprisingly well onto the ACT English section's rhetoric and organization questions. He pairs that background with a 36 ACT composite a...
The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
Master of Divinity, Ministry
University of Kentucky
Bachelor in Arts, Communication, General
Certified Tutor
4+ years
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 scho...
Columbia University in the City of New York
Bachelor in Arts, Neuroscience
Certified Tutor
Eric
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 pr...
University of Michigan
Bachelor in Business Administration, Business
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Frequently Asked Questions
The ACT English section tests your ability to recognize and correct errors in grammar, punctuation, and sentence structure, as well as your understanding of rhetoric and writing strategy. You'll have 45 minutes to answer 75 questions across five prose passages, which means pacing is crucial. The section focuses on practical writing skills rather than memorizing grammar rules, so understanding how to apply conventions in context is key.
Score improvement depends on your starting point and commitment level, but students typically see meaningful gains—often 2-4 points—within 8-12 weeks of focused preparation. The amount of improvement possible varies; if you're scoring in the 18-24 range, there's usually more room for growth than if you're already at 30+. Working with a tutor to identify your specific weak areas—whether that's grammar conventions, rhetorical skills, or pacing—helps target practice more effectively and accelerate improvement.
Many students struggle with pacing—trying to read and answer 75 questions in 45 minutes leaves little time for careful review. Others find the rhetoric questions tricky because they require understanding the author's intent and strategy, not just grammar rules. A third common challenge is distinguishing between answer choices that are technically correct but don't fit the passage's tone or context, which requires careful reading and strategic thinking.
Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who personalize their approach based on your specific needs. Your tutor will likely start by assessing your strengths and weaknesses using practice tests, then build a study plan targeting your weak areas—whether that's grammar conventions, rhetorical questions, or test-taking strategy. Sessions typically include reviewing challenging question types, practicing under timed conditions, and developing strategies to manage the 45-minute time constraint effectively.
Your first session is usually diagnostic and exploratory. The tutor will likely discuss your testing timeline, review your practice test scores or previous ACT attempts, and ask about the specific areas where you feel least confident. This helps them understand whether you need foundational grammar review, strategy coaching for rhetoric questions, or primarily pacing and confidence-building work. You'll leave with a clear sense of your personalized study plan.
Practice tests are essential—they're the best way to get comfortable with the question format, build your pacing skills, and identify patterns in what you're missing. Taking full, timed practice tests regularly helps you simulate test-day conditions and reveals whether your errors are due to careless mistakes, knowledge gaps, or rushing. Your tutor can use your practice test results to pinpoint exactly which question types and grammar concepts need the most attention.
Most students benefit from 8-12 weeks of focused preparation, though this varies based on your starting score and goals. If you're aiming for a modest improvement and have strong fundamentals, 6-8 weeks might be enough. Starting earlier gives you more time for practice tests, review, and building confidence without cramming. Your tutor can help you create a realistic timeline based on your current level and target score.
Test anxiety often stems from uncertainty about what to expect or lack of confidence in your skills. Working with a tutor builds familiarity with question types and develops proven strategies, which reduces anxiety naturally. Regular timed practice under realistic conditions also helps desensitize you to the pressure, while your tutor can teach specific techniques—like strategic skipping and time management—that give you a sense of control during the actual test.
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