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Rachel
I am a graduate of Duke University. I received my Doctorate in Nursing Practice, Executive Leadership. I am also a graduate of George Washington University where I received my Masters of Science in Nursing with a focus on Health Care Quality. I completed my Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Bachelo...
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Doctorate in Nursing Practice, Executive Leadership
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Tracy
I am a graduate of both Duke University and University of Delaware. I received my Bachelor of Science at Duke in Computer Science and Biology. After graduating from Duke, I had several jobs involving teaching, including training adults on Microsoft Excel and Word and as a Science, Math and English t...
Southern New Hampshire University
Master of Science, Adult Health Nursing
Duke University
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Biology
University of Delaware
Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)

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6+ years
Katherine
I am a graduate from Boston College studying Psychology, Pre-medicine and German. During my undergraduate education I tutored in health sciences, English and did extensive general and research paper editing for grammar, content and format.
Vanderbilt University
Master of Science, Nursing (RN)
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Jacquelyn
I am an experienced multi-subject teacher, who has had the great fortune to have been educated in several countries, and to teach in several countries. I received my education at Manhattan School of Music, Columbia University, the Universitaet Mozarteum, in Salzburg, Austria, University of Virginia,...
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5+ years
Megan
I am a recent graduate of Wagner College who received a Bachelor of Science in Nursing with a minor in French. I am currently a RN at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia in the Pediatric ICU and come with fresh experience in NCLEX/TEAS test prep and clinical fieldwork. I have tutored students in...
Wagner College
Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)

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6+ years
Tanisha
I am a doctoral-prepared Nurse Practitioner with over 10 years of nursing experience in critical care, med-surg, trauma-stepdown, and bariatric surgery. I have had the pleasure of facilitating learning in nursing students throughout my career and enjoy every bit of it! I understand the struggles of ...
Chamberlain College of Nursing-Illinois
Master of Science, Nursing (RN)
University of Central Florida
Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)

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4+ years
Tamera
I'm focused on student success, and I don't give up! My teaching style is very interactive and relaxed, and I tailor information so that students can learn in a way that is best for them. When tutoring students, I help them better organize and understand the content, assist with difficult concepts, ...
Vanderbilt University
Master of Science, Nursing (RN)
Middle Tennessee State University
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
American Sentinel University
Doctor of Science, Adult Health Nursing

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9+ years
Michelle
Centenary College of Louisiana
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

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10+ years
Arianna
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Many students struggle with the sheer volume of content—the NCLEX tests knowledge across multiple nursing domains—combined with the unique nature of the exam itself. The test uses primarily higher-order thinking questions (analysis, application, and evaluation) rather than simple recall, which requires a different study approach than traditional exams. Students often find it challenging to:
- Manage test anxiety and the pressure of a high-stakes exam
- Understand how to break down complex clinical scenarios
- Identify priority-setting and delegation concepts
- Apply content they learned in nursing school to unfamiliar question formats
Personalized tutoring helps by targeting these specific weak areas with customized strategies rather than generic test prep.
Group courses follow a fixed curriculum that covers the same content at the same pace for everyone, which may not align with your specific knowledge gaps or learning style. Personalized tutoring adapts in real-time to your needs—if you struggle with pharmacology but excel at prioritization, your study plan adjusts accordingly.
A tutor can also teach you question-analysis strategies tailored to how you think, help you practice with actual NCLEX-style questions in the areas where you need the most work, and provide immediate feedback to correct misconceptions before they become habits. This targeted approach typically leads to faster progress and stronger confidence on test day.
The best NCLEX tutors combine three key qualities: deep nursing knowledge (usually an RN with several years of clinical experience), expertise in the NCLEX exam format and question types, and skill in teaching test-taking strategy alongside clinical concepts. They understand common misconceptions that trip up test-takers and know how to explain complex nursing principles in clear, memorable ways.
Equally important is the ability to assess your unique strengths and weaknesses quickly, adapt explanations to your learning style, and build your confidence through targeted practice. Varsity Tutors connects you with experienced tutors who specialize in NCLEX prep and know how to help you think like the test makers.
Most students benefit from starting NCLEX prep 4-12 weeks before their test date, depending on their baseline knowledge and how much time they can dedicate to studying each week. Some students need more focused help in specific areas (like pharmacology or psychiatric nursing), while others benefit from a comprehensive review of all content domains.
Personalized tutoring is efficient because you focus on areas that actually need work rather than reviewing topics you've already mastered. Many students see meaningful improvement in their question-answering accuracy within 2-4 weeks of consistent tutoring paired with self-directed practice. Your tutor can help you create a realistic timeline and study plan based on your starting point and test date.
The NCLEX rewards systematic thinking over quick answers. Key strategies include:
- Read the full question before looking at answers—frame what you're actually being asked
- Use the nursing process—assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation help you organize clinical thinking
- Apply Maslow's hierarchy and priority-setting principles—know what takes priority in different scenarios
- Eliminate obviously wrong answers first—many questions become clearer when you remove distractors
- Look for the most comprehensive or correct answer—not just a partially correct option
A tutor helps you practice these strategies with actual NCLEX-style questions so they become automatic on test day, rather than something you have to consciously remember.
Students who use personalized tutoring alongside practice exams typically show measurable improvement in their ability to answer higher-order thinking questions correctly. Many report feeling significantly more confident in their clinical reasoning and test-taking approach after just a few weeks of focused work with a tutor.
While individual outcomes vary, the goal is to move from inconsistent performance across content areas to strong, reliable performance across all NCLEX domains. Most importantly, tutoring helps you identify and close specific knowledge or strategy gaps before test day, so you can approach the exam with genuine confidence rather than anxiety.
Students most often seek tutoring help with pharmacology (due to the sheer volume of drug information), safe and effective care environment (including infection control and safety protocols), physiological adaptation (complex medical conditions and complications), and psychosocial integrity. Many also struggle with prioritization and delegation questions that span multiple content areas.
The advantage of personalized tutoring is that you can focus intensively on your specific challenge areas rather than spending time on content you already understand well. A tutor can help you build memory systems for pharmacology, master delegation principles, or develop clinical reasoning skills in whichever area you need most.
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