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Certified Tutor
6+ years
David
I'm experienced in and passionate about (especially computer skills, Python, and math) with others. I try to convey the principles and thought process that are the basis of my own understanding of the subject, not just rules to follow or things to memorize. Being able to explain your answer is even ...
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

Certified Tutor
9+ years
David
I am a graduate of Stanford University, where I received a BS in Cognitive Science and an MS in Computer Science. After graduation, I spent a summer in Palestine, where I taught web development, app development, and entrepreneurship to a cohort of overenthusiastic high school students; now, I've mov...
Stanford University
Master of Science, Computer Science
Stanford University
Bachelor of Science, Cognitive Science
Stanford University
BS in Cognitive Science
Certified Tutor
Jaya
Scoring a 1530 on the SAT means Jaya already knows the test family inside and out — the PSAT uses the same question structures, just with a slightly lower ceiling. She breaks down the Evidence-Based Reading passages and the no-calculator math section so students build the timing instincts and elimin...
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Bachelors, Genetics & French
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Abbey
Studying English and Journalism means Abbey spends her days doing exactly what the PSAT's Evidence-Based Reading and Writing sections test — analyzing how authors structure arguments, choosing precise language, and catching subtle grammar errors in context. Her 1560 SAT confirms she's mastered the t...
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Current Undergrad, English, Journalism
Certified Tutor
9+ years
David
I am a rising senior at Pomona College, a small liberal arts college in California, majoring in Public Policy Analysis with a concentration in Economics and a minor in Mathematics. Born and raised just outside of Minneapolis, I am excited to be tutoring in the area. I've studied a variety of topics ...
Pomona College
Bachelor in Arts, Public Policy Analysis
Certified Tutor
9+ years
I'm more likely to give an answer quickly when a teacher asks a question if I have a habit of properly attuned instincts. So, if I want your confidence to grow, I need to redirect the water your instincts flow through to the proper conduits of careful thinking.
Vanderbilt University
Bachelors, Child Studies
Certified Tutor
8+ years
Marika
I am a current veterinary student and lifelong lover of science, literature and learning. My background is primarily in biology and the life sciences, and in addition to my veterinary program, I also work as part of a research team in comparative oncology that develops treatments for cancer that ben...
University of Wisconsin Madison
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Animal Sciences
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Cleo
Cleo's Political Economy degree required constant close reading of dense policy arguments and data-driven claims — the same skill set the PSAT's Evidence-Based Reading section tests when it asks students to trace an author's reasoning and identify supporting evidence across passages. She also tackle...
Macalester College
Bachelor in Arts, Political Economy
Certified Tutor
8+ years
Broden
I'm a student at the University of Minnesota studying Computer Science with a minor in music. I have a wide variety of experience in many math and science subjects and programming in various languages. I know exactly what it is like to be a student in the subjects I'm tutoring, to struggle with the ...
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Certified Tutor
5+ years
Audrey
I'm passionate about both STEM subjects and the humanities, and love helping students translate their strengths in one area to another.
University of California-Berkeley
Bachelor in Arts, Classical, Ancient Mediterranean, and Near Eastern Studies
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Danny
I am a supportive teacher but I always push my students to succeed. I don't teach based on what my students can already do, I teach based on where I know they are capable of going and what they are capable of doing. I also make sure to talk with them. No one knows how the students learn best more th...
Boston University
Masters, Music Education
St. Olaf College
Bachelors, Vocal Music Education
Certified Tutor
6+ years
I am now pursuing a Master's Degree in education from the University of Minnesota and am working toward obtaining my K-6 elementary teaching license. During the day, I work full time as a reading tutor at a school in South Minneapolis. I enjoy basketball, video games, hiking, and reading. In additio...
University
Bachelor's
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Abirami
I am a current student at the University of St. Thomas, working towards my major of Computer Science and while I am proficient in a broad range of subjects I love math and science the most. Before university, I was able to travel with my family to a lot of places and meet a huge variety of people be...
University of St Thomas
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Parsan
I am a sophomore at the University of Minnesota majoring in Economics. I enjoy helping people learn because I believe true mastery of a subject is being able to teach it. My promise to the students I work with is to put in as much work as they do. I firmly believe that what you get out of something ...
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Bachelors, Computer Science
Certified Tutor
8+ years
Ella
Bethel University
Bachelor of Science, Physics
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Frequently Asked Questions
Score improvement depends on your starting point and the areas you focus on. Students who work with tutors often see gains of 50-100 points or more by addressing specific weak areas—whether that's reading comprehension strategies, math problem-solving techniques, or time management across sections. The key is identifying exactly where you're losing points and building targeted skills, rather than trying to improve everything at once.
Pacing is one of the biggest challenges students face. A tutor can help you develop section-specific timing strategies: for Reading & Writing, learning to identify question types quickly and skip strategically; for Math, knowing when to move on versus when to solve. Many students improve dramatically once they practice these strategies under timed conditions with real PSAT questions, rather than trying to rush through everything.
Reading challenges often stem from unfamiliar vocabulary in context, dense passages, and time pressure—students miss questions because they didn't finish or misread what was asked. Math struggles typically involve multi-step problems, grid-in format confusion, or gaps in foundational skills. Tutors can diagnose which specific issue is holding you back (vocabulary, inference skills, algebraic reasoning, etc.) and create a focused plan rather than generic test prep.
Ideally, take a full practice test every 2-3 weeks, more frequently as test day approaches. This builds stamina, helps you refine timing strategies, and gives you concrete data about which question types and content areas need work. Between practice tests, focus on targeted drills in your weak areas. A tutor can review your practice test results to pinpoint exactly what to study next, making your prep time far more efficient.
Test anxiety often stems from uncertainty—not knowing what to expect or feeling unprepared for certain question types. Tutors help by building familiarity and confidence through repeated exposure to real PSAT questions under timed conditions. You'll learn what actually matters (you don't need to know every vocabulary word) and develop concrete strategies for staying calm when you encounter a tough question. Many students find that this combination of preparation and strategy reduces anxiety significantly.
The best way is to take a full practice PSAT and analyze it by question type and content area—not just by overall score. You might notice you struggle with function notation in Math but excel at geometry, or you miss inference questions in Reading but do well with vocabulary. A tutor can review your practice test systematically to spot patterns, which is much more useful than knowing you got 15 questions wrong. Once you know exactly what's tripping you up, you can target those specific skills.
Look for someone who understands the specific PSAT format (different from the SAT) and can diagnose your exact weak spots rather than teach generic test prep. They should have a track record helping students improve their scores and be able to show you real PSAT questions and strategies. It also helps if they understand the testing landscape at your school—many Minneapolis students use the PSAT as practice for the SAT, so your tutor should connect those goals. Varsity Tutors connects you with expert PSAT tutors who can create a personalized study plan based on your needs.
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