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Kerry

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Kerry

PHD, Law
Kerry's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
College Essays
Literature

I'm an attorney, Ph.D. student, and aspiring law professor. I am working on my dissertation for my Ph.D. in Law at Yale, having previously earned my J.D. magna cum laude from the University of Michigan Law School. I practiced for three years at a large law firm in Washington, D.C., primarily represe...

Education

Yale University

PHD, Law

University of Georgia

Bachelors, German

Andrew

Certified Tutor

Andrew

PHD, Law, Management
Andrew's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Trigonometry
Elementary Math

I am a great tutor because not only are my fundamental verbal and quantitative skills strong, but I am able to communicate my reasoning and problem solving skills quickly and clearly.

Education

Boston University

PHD, Law, Management

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Bachelors, Molecular Biology, Literature

Ryan

Certified Tutor

Ryan

Bachelor in Arts, History
Ryan's other Tutor Subjects
8th-12th Grade Writing
8th-12th Grade Reading
Calculus
Algebra

I am a licensed and practicing attorney in the state of Georgia. I tutor History, English, and writing. I can aid students in preparing for SAT and ACT verbal sections as well as any topical AP exams, having taken many of them myself. I can help students of any level of proficiency take their writin...

Education

University of North Georgia

Bachelor in Arts, History

Derek

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Derek

Doctorate (PhD)
Derek's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Calculus 1
AP Chemistry
Chemistry

Hi there! I'm Derek and I'm passionate about helping students like you achieve their goals through engaging, customized learning experiences. Whether you're looking to deepen your understanding of a subject, improve your grades, or master a particular skill, I'm here to guide you every step of the w...

Education

Walden University

Doctorate (PhD)

Walden University

Master's/Graduate

University of Alberta

Bachelor

Kate

Certified Tutor

Kate

Masters, Environmental Engineering
Kate's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
College Algebra
Pre-Calculus

I'm available to tutor biology, chemistry, physics, math from Algebra up through AP Calculus, SAT test prep, and French. I've been tutoring students in science and math for 7 years. I also spent 8 months working and studying in France, and have tutored high school and adult students in French. When ...

Education

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Masters, Environmental Engineering

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Bachelors

Test Scores
SAT
1580
Jessica

Certified Tutor

Jessica

PHD, Medicine
Jessica's other Tutor Subjects
College Algebra
Calculus
Algebra
Honors Chemistry

I am a licensed physician from Florida who is currently changing careers. I graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 2009 and have extensive tutoring and editing experience. While a student, I became a certified writing tutor through the Critical Writing Department. Since I completed my writ...

Education

Nova Southeastern University

PHD, Medicine

University of Pennsylvania

Bachelors, History

University of Pennsylvania

undergraduate

Test Scores
SAT
1540
Jai

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
Rhea

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Rhea

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Rhea's other Tutor Subjects
AP Statistics
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra

I am a current student at the University of Chicago. I am working towards a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences, and I am on the pre-medical track. I am extremely passionate about tutoring, and I have several years of experience tutoring students in my high school's learning center in various...

Education

University of Chicago

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1550
ACT
36
Erika

Certified Tutor

Erika

Master of Public Policy, Public Policy
Erika's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

I am available to tutor middle and high school math, history and test prep. I have tutored math and history in the past and I previously taught a test prep course at a school in Hanoi, Vietnam. I have a lot of experience teaching all the need-to-know tricks to doing great on the SATS/ACTS! When I am...

Education

Harvard University

Master of Public Policy, Public Policy

Test Scores
ACT
32
Jeffrey

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Jeffrey

Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering
Jeffrey's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Calculus
Geometry
Calculus
Algebra

I am enrolled in the Mechanical Engineering PhD program at Rice University which will begin Fall 2020, and I am hoping to return to academia as a professor after earning my PhD. In the meantime, I am looking to share my passion for gaining knowledge, specifically in STEM, by educating the up and com...

Education

University of Notre Dame

Bachelor of Science

Rice University

Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering

Test Scores
ACT
34

Frequently Asked Questions

The Ohio Bar Exam tests knowledge across multiple areas including contracts, torts, criminal law, civil procedure, evidence, constitutional law, real property, and professional responsibility. The exam consists of the Multistate Bar Exam (MBE), the Ohio-specific essay portion, and the Multistate Performance Test (MPT). A strong grasp of foundational concepts across all these subjects is essential for passing.

Many students struggle with time management during the exam, difficulty synthesizing multiple legal concepts, and mastering Ohio-specific rules that differ from the Multistate standards. Additionally, balancing comprehensive studying with the pressure of a high-stakes exam can lead to gaps in understanding or incomplete preparation. Personalized tutoring helps identify these weak areas early and address them systematically.

While bar prep courses provide broad coverage of all tested subjects, personalized 1-on-1 instruction focuses on your specific knowledge gaps and learning style. Tutors can adapt pacing, drill challenging topics in depth, provide targeted feedback on practice essays, and help you develop effective test-taking strategies tailored to your strengths and weaknesses—something group courses cannot offer.

Most students benefit from beginning tutoring 3-4 months before their bar exam date, though this varies based on your background and confidence level. Starting early allows time to build foundational knowledge, identify weak subjects, and complete multiple practice exams with feedback. For students who struggled in law school or have been out of school for a while, starting even earlier can be valuable.

Yes. Expert tutors can help you master the Multistate Bar Exam's specific question formats and strategies, drill high-yield topics like contracts and torts, and teach you how to eliminate wrong answers efficiently. They can also analyze your practice test results to identify patterns in the types of questions you miss and help you develop better approaches to each subject area.

Essay writing requires both substantive legal knowledge and specific formatting and organizational skills. Tutors can review your practice essays, provide detailed feedback on your legal analysis and issue spotting, help you develop a consistent structure that scores points, and teach you how to manage time effectively during the timed writing portion. This targeted feedback is crucial for improving your essay performance.

Ohio has unique rules in areas like civil procedure (Ohio Rules of Civil Procedure), professional responsibility (Ohio Rules of Professional Conduct), and certain substantive law areas that differ from Multistate standards. A tutor familiar with Ohio bar exam requirements can help you understand these distinctions and ensure you're not applying Multistate rules where Ohio law differs—a common source of lost points for unprepared students.

Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who specialize in Bar Exam preparation and understand Ohio's specific requirements. You can discuss your background, current preparation stage, and specific subject areas where you need support. From there, you'll be matched with a tutor who can create a personalized study plan tailored to your goals and timeline before exam day.

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