What is it like to Attend Princeton University?

What is it like to Attend Princeton University?

The tutors behind Varsity Tutors are not just here to teach – they’re sharing their college experiences as well. Sarah graduated from Princeton University in 2011 with a Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology. She currently tutors in Phoenix, specializing in numerous subjects including Calculus tutoring, MCAT prep tutoring, and SAT prep tutoring. See what she had to say about her time at Princeton: VT:  Describe the campus setting and transportation options. Are there buses or do you need a car/bike? Sarah: Princeton is a campus that is very easily navigated. The vast majority of students walk to class, and I would say on a ... Read More About What is it like to Attend Princeton University?

What is it Like to Attend The University of Chicago?

What is it Like to Attend The University of Chicago?

The tutors behind Varsity Tutors are not just here to teach – they’re sharing their college experiences as well. Margarita is a New York City tutor who specializes in a plethora of subjects including ACT prep tutoring, Algebra tutoring, and Essay Editing tutoring. She graduated from The University of Chicago in 2010 where she studied Mathematics and Economics. See what she had to say about her undergraduate experience: VT:  Describe the campus setting and transportation options. How urban or safe is the campus? Are there buses or do you need a car/bike? Margarita: The University of Chicago is in Hyde Park, a neighb ... Read More About What is it Like to Attend The University of Chicago?

What is it Like to Attend University of Missouri?

What is it Like to Attend University of Missouri?

The tutors behind Varsity Tutors are not just here to teach – they’re sharing their college experiences as well. Gabrielle is a Kansas City tutor specializing in ACT prep tutoring, History tutoring, Writing tutoring, and more. She graduated from University of Missouri in 2010 where she studied English and History. Check out what she had to say about her alma mater:   VT:  Describe the campus setting and transportation options. How urban or safe is the campus? Are there buses or do you need a car/bike? Gabrielle: Campus itself is a contained entity. It takes about fifteen minutes to power walk from one side to ... Read More About What is it Like to Attend University of Missouri?

Ask an Admissions Expert: Densil R. R. Porteous II

Ask an Admissions Expert: Densil R. R. Porteous II

Varsity Tutors brings you insider tips and advice straight from nationally recognized admissions experts. Densil R. R. Porteous II is currently the Director of Admissions at Columbus College of Art & Design. He has served in leadership roles in admissions at Stanford University and his alma mater, Kenyon College. Densil has also taught at the high school and post-secondary levels when he served as Director of College Counseling at the Drew School in San Francisco and College Counseling Certificate Instructor at University of California, San Diego. VT: How far ahead of time should a student begin working on his or her college applicat ... Read More About Ask an Admissions Expert: Densil R. R. Porteous II

What is it Like to Attend University of Maryland?

What is it Like to Attend University of Maryland?

The tutors behind Varsity Tutors are not just here to teach – they’re sharing their college experiences as well. Gabby is a Washington D.C. tutor and 2011 graduate of the University of Maryland. She holds a Journalism degree and specializes in many subjects such as Writing tutoring, Italian tutoring, and SAT prep tutoring. See what she had to say about her undergraduate experience:  VT: Describe the campus setting and transportation options. How urban or safe is the campus? Are there buses or do you need a car/bike? Gabby: The campus is beautiful and sprawling. UMD has a reliable shuttle system that goes to every corner ... Read More About What is it Like to Attend University of Maryland?