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Shaoyu

Certified Tutor

7+ years

Shaoyu

Master of Science, Global Studies
Shaoyu's other Tutor Subjects
AP Chinese Language and Culture
AP Japanese Language and Culture
College Application Essays
College English

Hello guys! Thanks for checking out my personal statement. My name is Masaya and I'm currently a Ph.D. candidate.I majored in Political Science and International Relations in college and graduate school. Besides English, I also speak fluent Japanese and Chinese. Over the past a few years, I have tau...

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Northeastern University

Master of Science, Global Studies

Centre College

Bachelor in Arts, International Relations

Alfred

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Alfred

Master of Science, Biology, General
Alfred's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Writing
Anatomy & Physiology
Anthropology
AP Biology

I am a graduate student at New Jersey Institute of Technology studying Biology. I went to Fordham University for undergrad. There, I majored in Biological Sciences. I'm excited to help students with a range of science topics.

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New Jersey Institute of Technology

Master of Science, Biology, General

Fordham University

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Darcy

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Darcy

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Darcy's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Calculus
High School Physics
Math

Hi, my name is Darcy, and I am a senior mechanical engineering student from Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi. I have studied many math courses such as College Algebra, Trigonometry, Calculus, Linear Algebra, Calculus I, Calculus II and Calculus III. I also have experience with some science classe...

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Texas AM University Corpus Christi

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering

Ben

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Ben

Bachelors, Mathematics
Ben's other Tutor Subjects
9th-12th Grade Math
Algebra
Algebra 2
Algebra 3/4

I am an undergraduate student at the University of Pennsylvania. I have been tutoring for over 6 years now, and I have found it to be an extremely rewarding and enjoyable experience. I specialize in mathematics, particularly at the high school level, and I also have experience tutoring other subject...

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University of Pennsylvania

Bachelors, Mathematics

Test Scores
SAT
1560
Olivia

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Olivia

Master of Arts Teaching, Reading Teacher Education
Olivia's other Tutor Subjects
American Literature
College English
Elementary School Reading
Elementary School Writing

I am a current middle school reading and writing teacher. I graduated from the University of Texas at Austin, where I studied English and was a Plan II Honors student. I have been passionate about humanities and English language arts since I myself was in middle school. I took AP English in high sch...

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Relay Graduate School of Education

Master of Arts Teaching, Reading Teacher Education

The University of Texas at Austin

Bachelor in Arts, English

Scott

Certified Tutor

Scott

Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
Scott's other Tutor Subjects
Advanced Placement Prep
AP Comparative Government and Politics
AP Human Geography
AP U.S. Government & Politics

I am an experienced tutor specializing in one-on-one SAT test prep. I graduated from Washington University in St. Louis, earning a bachelor's degree in Cultural Anthropology with College Honors, and I am currently working toward my PhD. I have been tutoring for six years, working for well-known test...

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Washington University in St Louis

Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology

Test Scores
SAT
1580
Elmarie

Certified Tutor

Elmarie

Bachelors, Linguistics and Communication in English
Elmarie's other Tutor Subjects
3rd Grade Science
3rd-5th Grade Reading
1st Grade Writing
AP Spanish Language & Culture

Language is power. We all know that the best way to communicate is through verbal and non verbal communication. Humans are understood by gestures or tone of voice and that is how we interpret our state of mind. By this, I will add that we all are receptors of languages constantly and we do get to un...

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University of Puerto Rico-Rio Piedras

Bachelors, Linguistics and Communication in English

Blake

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Blake

Master of Science, Computer Science
Blake's other Tutor Subjects
College Computer Science
Computer Programming
Computer Science
Engineering

I am currently pursuing a Master's degree in computer science at Oakland University. I have also graduated with my Bachelor's degree in computer science from Oakland University. Alongside classes, I am working on a research project to design a programming language that makes machine learning accessi...

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Oakland University

Master of Science, Computer Science

Oakland University

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

James

Certified Tutor

James

Current Grad, Physical Therapy
James's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Prep
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT Reading

I am a graduate of SUNY University at Albany. I received my Bachelor of Science in Economics and Japanese with a minor in History in 2010. Since then (and even before as a sub) I have predominantly been teaching in the New York City public education system. I had worked as a substitute teaching assi...

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SUNY University at Albany

Bachelor of Science, Economics and Japanese

Washington University in St Louis

Current Grad, Physical Therapy

Test Scores
ACT
33
GRE
333
Daniel

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Daniel

Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering
Daniel's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
AP Calculus AB
AP Calculus BC

I graduated from University of Texas at Dallas (UTD), with a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering. I have always enjoyed math, science (mostly physics), and logic puzzles. To me, math a type of logic puzzle. I like seeing the patterns in math and using these patterns to work towards the solution. I like k...

Education

The University of Texas at Dallas

Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering

Test Scores
SAT
1380
GRE
322

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Frequently Asked Questions

Math for Life Sciences applies mathematical concepts directly to biological and health-related problems—like calculating drug dosages, understanding population growth models, or analyzing enzyme kinetics. Rather than abstract proofs, the focus is on practical applications and conceptual understanding of how math describes living systems. Many students find this context-driven approach more meaningful, but it requires connecting mathematical reasoning to real biological scenarios, which is where personalized instruction can really help clarify those connections.

Common struggles include translating word problems into mathematical models (especially those involving rates, concentrations, and exponential growth), understanding when and why to use calculus concepts like derivatives in biological contexts, and working with logarithms—particularly in pH calculations and exponential decay problems. Many students also find it challenging to move from procedural calculation ("follow these steps") to conceptual understanding ("why does this model make sense for this system?"). A tutor can help you identify which specific concepts are blocking your progress and build that deeper understanding.

Expert tutors connect the mathematical concepts to the biology you're studying, helping you see why a particular formula or method matters. For example, they can explain how the derivative of a population function actually represents growth rate, or why logarithms appear in calculations involving bacterial doubling time. By working through problems together and discussing the "why" behind each step, you'll develop the kind of conceptual understanding that makes both the math and the biology stick—and that transfers to new problems you haven't seen before.

Look for someone with strong math foundations who also understands life sciences concepts and can explain how they connect. The best tutors ask questions to understand your specific sticking points, break complex problems into manageable steps, and help you develop problem-solving strategies rather than just showing you how to get the answer. They should be comfortable working with your course materials and explaining concepts in multiple ways until something clicks. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who specialize in this subject and can adapt to your learning style.

This skill develops through practice with feedback and metacognition—thinking about your thinking process. A tutor can help you break down word problems into components (identifying what you know, what you're looking for, what relationships exist), develop a system for setting up equations, and check whether your mathematical model actually makes biological sense. Over time, you'll start recognizing patterns in problem types and develop intuition for which mathematical tools apply. Discussing why certain setups don't work is just as valuable as confirming correct ones.

Absolutely. Math anxiety is common and often improves significantly with personalized instruction where you work at your own pace without judgment. A tutor can help you rebuild foundational skills you might be rusty on (like logarithms or exponential functions) in the specific context of life sciences applications, making the material feel relevant and less abstract. Building small wins through problem-solving and showing your work helps restore confidence. Many students find that when they understand the "why" behind concepts, anxiety decreases naturally.

Watch for concrete signs: you're able to set up word problems more confidently, you understand why you're using a particular method (not just following steps), you can explain concepts to someone else, and you're making fewer careless errors because you understand the material more deeply. Grade improvements on exams and assignments are important, but equally valuable is noticing that new problems don't feel as scary—you have strategies for approaching them. Most students see meaningful progress within a few weeks of consistent, focused tutoring sessions.

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