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Sarah

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Sarah

Bachelor in Arts, Neuroscience
Sarah's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Calculus
Algebra
Math 3

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...

Education

Columbia University in the City of New York

Bachelor in Arts, Neuroscience

Test Scores
ACT
35
Vivian

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Vivian

Bachelor in Arts
Vivian's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
PSAT Writing Skills
SAT Mathematics

Most ACT Math questions reward quick recognition over deep calculation — and Vivian, who scored a 36 composite, teaches students to identify which of the 60 problems are algebra in disguise and which actually require trig or coordinate geometry knowledge. Her approach emphasizes eliminating answer c...

Education

Yale University

Bachelor in Arts

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1530
ACT
36

Certified Tutor

Richard

Bachelor in Arts, Government
Richard's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
Linear Algebra

A year as a course assistant in Harvard's math department gave Richard a deep bench of ways to explain concepts when the first approach doesn't click. On ACT Math, he zeroes in on the topics that appear most frequently in the 50s and 60s — coordinate geometry, trigonometric identities, matrices, and...

Education

Harvard University

Bachelor in Arts, Government

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1600
ACT
36

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Justin

Doctor of Philosophy, Computational Mathematics
Justin's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
Multivariable Calculus

Scoring a 33 ACT composite, Justin knows the math section's particular challenge: it's not that any single problem is hard, but that 60 questions in 60 minutes leaves zero room for hesitation. He teaches students to classify problems on sight — coordinate geometry, matrix operations, logarithm prope...

Education

Washington University in St. Louis

Bachelor's in Physics and Mathematics

University of Chicago

Doctor of Philosophy, Computational Mathematics

Test Scores
SAT
1560
ACT
33

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Aaron

Bachelor in Arts, Biochemistry
Aaron's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Middle School Math
Calculus

Scoring well on ACT Math isn't about knowing advanced topics — it's about solving 60 questions in 60 minutes without getting stuck. Aaron earned a 36 composite and teaches students to recognize problem types on sight, particularly the coordinate geometry and trigonometry questions that tend to slow ...

Education

Columbia University in the City of New York

Bachelor in Arts, Biochemistry

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1570
ACT
36

Certified Tutor

Michelle

Bachelor in Arts
Michelle's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra
PSAT Writing Skills

Scoring well on ACT Math means handling 60 questions in 60 minutes, so speed matters as much as accuracy — especially on the algebra and coordinate geometry problems that make up the bulk of the test. Michelle teaches students to identify which problems to solve quickly, which to set up strategicall...

Education

Yale University

Bachelor in Arts

Test Scores
ACT
35

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Emma

Bachelors in Neurobiology (minor in Economics)
Emma's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Finite Mathematics
Middle School Math
Geometry

One thing that trips students up on ACT Math is the sheer range: the test jumps from basic proportions to trigonometric identities within the same section. Emma, a Harvard neurobiology graduate who minored in economics, tackles this by teaching students to identify which of the 60 questions deserve ...

Education

Harvard University

Bachelors in Neurobiology (minor in Economics)

Test Scores
SAT
1550
ACT
32

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Jai

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Jai's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Electrical Engineering
ACT Writing

I'm a recent Stanford graduate (Electrical Engineering and Computer Science), and have been working at a major Management Consulting firm for a few years now. I personally scored a 2360 (out of 2400) on the SAT and 35 on the ACT and was successful in gaining admission to several top universities. I'...

Education

Stanford University

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

Test Scores
SAT
1590
ACT
35

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Sam

Bachelor of Science, Labor and Industrial Relations
Sam's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
PSAT Writing Skills
PSAT Mathematics

I'm Sam! I am a sophomore at Cornell University where I study the world of labor and employment and work as a volunteer EMT. I am motivated to help students learn new things and overcome challenging obstacles. I have experience tutoring, working with kids in one-on-one and group settings, and I am d...

Education

Cornell University

Bachelor of Science, Labor and Industrial Relations

Test Scores
ACT
35

Certified Tutor

Alexandra

AB
Alexandra's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary School Science
ACT
Elementary School Writing

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 hi...

Education

Princeton University

AB

Test Scores
Perfect Score
ACT
36

Certified Tutor

Chelsey

Bachelors
Chelsey's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
ISEE- Middle Level
ISEE- Lower Level

Scoring a 35 ACT composite means Chelsey performed strongly across every section, math included. She approaches ACT Math by identifying the specific question types — coordinate geometry, probability, trigonometry basics — that trip students up most, then drilling the underlying concepts until the pa...

Education

Northwestern University

Bachelors

Test Scores
ACT
35

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Grace

Bachelor in Arts, American Studies
Grace's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus

Scoring well on ACT Math means handling everything from pre-algebra ratios to trigonometric identities within a single 60-minute sprint. Grace earned a 35 ACT composite and breaks the math section into targetable skill clusters, so students spend their prep time on the specific question types — coor...

Education

Columbia University in the City of New York

Bachelor in Arts, American Studies

Test Scores
ACT
35

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Vansh

Bachelor of Science, Finance
Vansh's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Trigonometry
Pre-Calculus
Middle School Math

Finance majors live in algebra, probability, and data interpretation — the same skill set that covers roughly two-thirds of ACT Math questions — so Vansh can teach the underlying logic behind each problem type rather than just drilling formulas. His 35 ACT composite means he's personally navigated t...

Education

Washington University in St. Louis

Bachelor of Science, Finance

Test Scores
SAT
1550
ACT
35

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Jamie

Juris Doctor, Legal Studies
Jamie's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
AP English Literature and Composition
College Essays

I am originally from Alabama and graduated from Birmingham-Southern College with a BA in English Language and Literature. Immediately after undergrad, I relocated to New York City to pursue my law degree at Fordham University. After earning my Juris Doctor and passing the NY bar exam, I worked for f...

Education

Birmingham Southern College

Bachelor in Arts, English

Fordham University

Juris Doctor, Legal Studies

Test Scores
SAT
1490
ACT
34

Certified Tutor

Matthew

Bachelor in Arts
Matthew's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
IB Mathematical Studies SL
College Algebra

Scoring a 35 ACT composite with a physics and math background, Matthew treats the ACT Math section as a speed puzzle — identifying which of the 60 questions deserve full work and which can be solved in under 30 seconds with the right shortcut. He drills students on the coordinate geometry, trigonome...

Education

Washington University in St. Louis

Bachelor in Arts

Test Scores
SAT
1540
ACT
35

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Frequently Asked Questions

Most students see meaningful improvement with consistent, personalized instruction focused on their specific weak areas. The national average ACT Math score is around 20 out of 36, so if you're starting below that, there's significant room for growth—many students improve 3-5 points with targeted tutoring. The key is identifying which topics (algebra, geometry, trigonometry) are holding you back and drilling those with strategic practice rather than redoing everything.

Most students benefit from 8-12 weeks of preparation, with 3-5 hours per week of focused study. If you're targeting a competitive score (30+), you may need more time. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who can help you build a realistic study schedule based on your starting point, target score, and test date—this personalized approach helps you avoid wasting time on material you've already mastered.

Students in New York often struggle with pacing—you have 60 minutes for 60 questions, so timing strategy is critical—and with word problems that require translating English into equations. Geometry and trigonometry also trip up many test-takers because they're less frequently emphasized in regular coursework. A tutor can help you develop efficient problem-solving strategies and identify which question types are costing you the most time.

Full-length practice tests are essential because they let you experience the actual time pressure and question format you'll face on test day. They reveal which topics you need more work on and expose pacing problems before the real test. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who use practice test results to focus your study on what matters most—rather than drilling every algebra concept, you can target the specific weak spots that will move your score.

Test anxiety often stems from unfamiliarity with the format or past negative experiences with timed math. Personalized tutoring builds confidence by giving you repeated success with increasingly difficult problems in a low-pressure environment, then gradually introducing time constraints. Tutors can also teach you grounding techniques and help you develop a strategic approach—like knowing which questions to skip versus which to tackle first—so you feel more in control on test day.

Varsity Tutors matches you with expert tutors who specialize in ACT Math and understand the specific challenges students face in New York's rigorous academic environment. The matching process considers your target score, learning style, and schedule so you get personalized instruction tailored to your needs. You can start with a consultation to discuss your goals and get matched with a tutor who's right for you.

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