Top MCAT Tutors serving Portland

Katherine: Portland MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
...had a hard time remembering concepts and terms. I had a near perfect attendance record, but still struggled with performing well on tests. I thought to myself, why was this happening? Students have so much pressure to perform well on standardized tests. We cram with flashcards, pull all nighters, and even sacrifice our social time to prove to the world that we retained what we learned that year. But are we *actually* learning? My goal...
Education & Certification
University of Connecticut - Bachelors, Human Development & Family Studies
Fairfield University - Current Grad Student, School Counseling
ACT English: 34

Charles: Portland MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
Hello everyone! I love to learn and I love to help others learn. I'm a BS in Physics and I'm confident I can help with any math or physics.... When solving math and physics problems the best place to start is with the fundamentals. Sometimes I have to start with, "So what happens when you let go of your pencil?" Or, "When I divide by ten on this side what do I have to do to...
Education & Certification
University of Colorado Boulder - Bachelors, Physics

Puja: Portland MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
...more personal level. By connecting with them both intellectually and personally, I could attain a better picture of how and why they were making particular career decisions and understand them through a more holistic lens. I feel confident helping students in math and different subjects in science, such as Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Physiology, and Psychology. This can be introductory material to advanced concepts that appear on exams such as SAT subject tests or the MCAT....
Education & Certification
University of Michigan - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
SAT Math: 700
SAT Writing: 710

Sebastian: Portland MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
...at Yale University conducing research in genetics/neuroscience. Throughout the years I have had many opportunities to interact with and train students. Specifically, as a graduate student I have had experience as a teaching assistant for general biology and advanced genetics lab courses, and have also tutored high school students in AP chemistry. Hopefully as a tutor for VT I can make STEM courses more approachable and rewarding for high school and undergraduate students.
Education & Certification
Boston University - Bachelors, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Case Western Reserve University - PHD, Biology, General

Lauren: Portland MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
...of Science in Microbiology from the University of California, Berkeley. I worked in an infectious disease laboratory for four years, then went on to pursue an MD/PhD with a focus on microbiology/immunology. Throughout undergrad and grad school, I maintained a passion for teaching others. I have tutored high school, college, and medical students in various subjects; however, I am most passionate about biology and medicine. I have significant experience in prepping students for standardized exams...
Education & Certification
University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor of Science, Microbiology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1440

Muhammad: Portland MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
...the knowledge I can pass on. We work best only when we are being challenged by the very same people we are trying to teach. In doing so, as tutors , we are constantly reminded on the need to stay current, to continuously strive to add more to our arsenal of information and to simultaneously be prepared to reinvent oneself in a very short period of time. It is my belief that that is what...
Education & Certification
Ziauddin University - Bachelors, Bachelors in Surgery/Medicine (MBBS)
Yale University - Current Grad Student, Physiology
SAT Verbal: 750
SAT Writing: 750

Kumaresh: Portland MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
...from Villanova University in 2015, laying the groundwork for a career deeply rooted in the sciences. Building on this foundation, I pursued an MA in Biomedical Sciences at Washington University in St. Louis, completed in 2019, further honing my expertise in the Life Sciences. With over 5 years of hands-on experience in clinical research and biopharmaceutical settings, my academic and professional journeys have equipped me with a unique perspective and a wealth of knowledge that...
Education & Certification
Villanova University - Bachelor, Biology
Washington University, Saint Louis - Master's/Graduate, Biology

Marty: Portland MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
...school level since 1972. I retired in 2009 after 37 years of teaching, took a year off, and decided that a life of retirement wasn't for me. Fortunately I was rehired as a math interventionist and I've been working at that job ever since, and loving it. I'm active in my local Lutheran church and served as its financial secretary. I'm currently an elder in my church. I've taught in summer school and in after...
Education & Certification
University of Connecticut - Bachelors, Mathematics Education
Wesleyan University - Masters, Mathematics
State of Connecticut - Certificate, Mathematics Teacher Education

Kate: Portland MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
...student at Loyola University Chicago. I have experience tutoring pre-med college students and 1st and 2nd year medical students for their admission exams (MCAT and USMLE Step 1) and find that it helps to have someone who is in the same boat. I also have experience teaching elementary students to read and write. As a student myself, I know how important having the right educator is to learning. Not everyone learns in the same way...
Education & Certification
Northeastern University - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
Loyola Stritch School of Medicine - Doctor of Medicine, Premedicine

Jon Andre: Portland MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
...of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). I received my Bachelor of Arts in Asian American Studies with a pre-med track. I am currently a grad student at the Yale School of Public Health. Throughout my undergraduate career, I have instructed SAT/ACT classes for low-income students in the Los Angeles area. I truly believe that education is the gateway to success. It is my teaching philosophy to ensure that each student has individualized attention. I work to...
Education & Certification
University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor in Arts, Asian American Studies
Yale University - Master of Public Policy, Public Health

Brian: Portland MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
...tutor for three years at University of Connecticut Bachelor's of Science in Molecular Cell Biology and Sociology I can provide both structured tutoring, where I assign work in between sessions, and more free-form tutoring. I can tutor topics regarding medicine (including MCAT) or medical terminology as well topics in chemistry (high school/intro college chemistry and organic chemistry), biology (high school/college), and statistics (AP statistics specificaly). I joined Varsity Tutors to give students an easy resource...
Education & Certification
University of Connecticut - Bachelor of Science, Molecular Biology
University of Connecticut - Bachelor of Science, Sociology
University of Connecticut - Master of Science, Public Health

Kim: Portland MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
...tea, drumming, my dogs - but I love teaching best. It has been my most rewarding and enjoyable endeavor. As the oldest of 5, helping with homework was a given. When told as a teenager that I'd make a great teacher, I decided being trapped in a room with more kids was not on my life agenda. I attended UCONN and graduated with a BS in Agriculture (CANR). I've done many jobs in my life...
Education & Certification
UCONN - Storrs - Bachelors, Animal Science

Gwen: Portland MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
...Washington State, and have spent significant amounts of time in the South and in the Northeast, where I currently reside. I have a Masters in 20th Century American History from the University of Connecticut, a Bachelors of Science in Political Science and History (with honors), and I am currently working on a Masters in Business Administration, which should be completed by Summer 2018. I have taught four history courses at the college level, and I...
Education & Certification
Austin Peay State University - Bachelors, History and Political Science
University of Connecticut - Current Grad Student, History of Science and Medicine

Alexandru: Portland MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
...a top academic university in New York and have been accepted to medical school for the class of 2025. I have worked with Kumon and Mathnasium in the past which has given me plenty of experience tutoring and teaching math and various sciences to elementary through college students. I believe in understanding fundamental concepts the most and can vary my teaching style tremendously to fit a variety of student needs and problems.
Education & Certification
Fordham University - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Sciences

Edward: Portland MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
...my family to be born in the United States. My entire family are immigrants and it was only recently that my last remaining family members came over from China. This meant that growing up I was the eldest of all the children in my family. Being an only child myself, I had a lot of responsibility to take care and help raise my cousins who are all younger. My interest and experience in tutoring comes...
Education & Certification
Stony Brook University - Bachelors, Business Management & Information Systems
Boston University - Masters, Computer Information Systems

Raine: Portland MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
...May 2024, I am now pursuing a Master of Science degree in Clinical Embryology at the University of Oxford. Also, I am now applying to medical school. I majored in Neuroscience and Behavior with a minor in East Asian Languages and Cultures. I plan on pursuing a career as a physician in the obstetrics/gynecology, fetal medicine, or reproductive medicine fields. I am happy to provide tutor/provide advice on the medical school application process or on...
Education & Certification
University of the District of Columbia - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience

Kelly: Portland MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
...Behavior major at the University of Notre Dame. As a premed student, I have completed all of the basic science requirements, and I took the MCAT this past summer. Throughout my undergraduate years, I have tutored elementary school students in South Bend, IN and in Dublin, Ireland. I believe that every person has the ability to succeed in any course, and I think the key to success is understanding how you best learn as an...
Education & Certification
University of Notre Dame - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience

Yasheen: Portland MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
I am a graduate of Yale University with a degree in biology and am currently working as a research associate at a cancer biology lab. I am an experienced STEM tutor for college and high school students and also tutor for standardized tests such as the MCAT and the SAT.
Education & Certification
Yale University - Bachelor of Science, Cellular and Molecular Biology
SAT Math: 800
SAT Writing: 760

Bianca: Portland MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
...education has always been stressed. My parents and grandparents instilled a love of learning in me very early in life that has continued throughout my education. I hope to share that love of learning with my students with every tutoring experience. I have both a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering from Auburn University and a master's chemical engineering from the University of Texas at Austin. My education at both of these institutions provided me with...
Education & Certification
Auburn University - Bachelors, Chemical Engineering
The University of Texas at Austin - Masters, Chemical Engineering
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 35

Joshua: Portland MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
...Stanford University with degrees in Philosophy and Literature, with a focus on European literature. I'm excited to tutor in mathematics, writing, literature, biology, and standardized testing. I wrote my thesis on mathematical logics, and I especially love logic, discrete maths, probability theory, and game theory. I have tutored, course assisted, and led my own courses at Stanford University, Wesleyan University, and more. I work best with students grades 6 and onward in subject areas and...
Education & Certification
Stanford - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
Private MCAT Tutoring in Portland, OR
Our interview process, stringent qualifications, and background screening ensure that only the best MCAT tutors in Portland, OR work with Varsity Tutors. To assure a successful experience, you're paired with one of these qualified tutors by an expert director - and we stand behind that match with our money-back guarantee.
Receive personally tailored MCAT lessons from exceptional tutors in a one-on-one setting. We help you connect with the best tutor for your particular needs while offering flexible scheduling to fit your busy life.
Portland MCAT Tutoring FAQ
Allow Varsity Tutors to connect you with Portland MCAT tutors, and you can study in an effective, structured environment. Taking a serious approach to your MCAT is important, especially since most medical schools across the United States take your MCAT score into account when processing applications. It makes sense to reach for your full potential. If you're planning on attending a school like the Oregon Health & Science University, a personal instructor can help you study in a personalized one-on-one environment free of distractions and strive to help you attend your target institution.
How is working with Portland MCAT tutors different from classroom learning?
One of the key benefits of one-on-one learning is the fact that you can receive much more attention from your personal instructor compared to a classroom instructor. Since you'll be the only student in each session, your instructor won't be distracted by the needs of other students and can offer you targeted, customized attention. In contrast, a classroom instructor needs to worry about the needs of many other students, and can only offer you a fraction of their total teaching energy. In addition, it's easy to feel lost or left behind in a classroom environment, especially because teachers tend to rush through important concepts in order to meet strict deadlines. Instead of having to worry about keeping up with other students, you can learn at a manageable pace that feels right for you. In addition, you can ask your personal instructor as many questions as you'd like. In Portland MCAT tutoring, your personal instructor can make sure that you're truly ready before moving on to the next MCAT-related concept.
A classroom environment can also come with its own fair share of distractions, and you might be trying to focus in an environment filled with various distractions that can be roadblocks to learning. When you learn with a personal instructor, you can eliminate these distractions and focus entirely on the concepts being discussed by your instructor.
It doesn't make sense to spend hours covering concepts that you've already mastered, but this is exactly what you can experience in a classroom setting. In contrast, a personal instructor can focus on areas that need urgent attention rather than concepts you're already confident with. For example, if you're confident about your critical analysis skills, you can work with your instructor on areas that you're less confident in, such as biology concepts. Prioritizing areas that need the most attention can help you study in a more time-effective way for your MCAT, and this same level of personalization is hard to achieve in a classroom setting.
A personal instructor can get to know how you operate as a student, and you can build a rapport with your instructor as they adjust to your unique approach to learning. With this approach, your instructor can choose teaching methods that reflect your learning style. After your personal instructor has determined whether you're a visual, auditory, social, or solitary learner, they can choose between various teaching methods to find the most productive approach for you. These techniques can include flashcards, discussions, or reading aloud. Not all students learn in the same ways, and personal instructors can understand that they need to adapt to each of their students to help them absorb and retain information.
What are the benefits of studying with Portland MCAT tutors near me?
Portland MCAT tutoring sessions are also adaptable based on your existing ability levels. You can build on your existing knowledge and work with your personal instructor to create a lesson plan that fits. Whether you only need to review key concepts or gain a deep level of understanding for each MCAT-related concept, a personal instructor can help you achieve your study goals. You may find that you're progressing faster than expected over the course of a single study session. For example, you could be quickly getting the hang of general chemistry skills. If this is the case, your instructor can quickly step up the difficulty and challenge you with biochemistry skills within that same session. This can ensure that each session is as productive as possible.
Portland MCAT tutoring sessions can help you address test-related stress and anxiety, which can be considerable roadblocks as you try to achieve your top potential on your MCAT. Portland MCAT tutors can provide you with mindfulness training to boost your composure and focus on this high-stakes exam, and a one-on-one environment can be the ideal setting to gain this type of personal help. Even if you're not concerned about test-related anxiety, a personal instructor can still help you with time management techniques, multiple-choice strategies, and many other tips and tricks.
The MCAT consists of four main sections: Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems; Critical Analysis and Reasoning; Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems; and Psychological, Social, and Biological Foundations of Behavior. If you want to reach for your full potential in each section, you'll need to spend adequate time covering skills that pertain to each. Portland MCAT tutors can provide you with plenty of time to hone these skills, and they can also offer you instant feedback as you do so. Instant feedback allows you to address your errors as soon as you make them, and this can reduce the chance of bad habits forming over time. In contrast, a classroom instructor might have trouble providing this same level of attention to your progress.
How can I fit Portland MCAT tutoring into my busy schedule?
Finding the time to study effectively can be quite an endeavor in and of itself, and Varsity Tutors understands this. That's why we strive to connect you with a tutor that can work around your busy schedule. Whether you're dealing with a demanding university schedule, a busy professional life, or family commitments, it should be easy to schedule either online or in-person sessions that fit with your lifestyle. Online sessions can be especially convenient and flexible because they provide you with the opportunity to study from any location with an internet connection. This, of course, includes the option to study from your own home. Studying from home can save you many hours of travel time each week since you won't have to travel to a specific location in order to meet with Portland MCAT tutors. Our Live Learning Platform offers features that help you study effectively, even if you're not in the same room as your instructor. With video chat, your instructor can use a wide range of possible teaching techniques. With a shared document editor, Portland MCAT tutors can offer you instant feedback as you hone your skills. With features like these, accessing your Portland MCAT tutoring sessions online can be just as effective as learning in person.
You can also access our Live Learning Platform from various possible locations. If you're searching for a more studious location, why not try a local branch of the Portland Public Library?
How can I get my student started with Portland MCAT tutors near me?
Our educational consultants can answer all of your questions and connect you with some of the best Portland MCAT tutors available. Contact Varsity Tutors today, and we can connect you with Portland MCAT tutoring in as little as 24 hours.
Your Personalized Tutoring Program and Instructor
Identify Needs
Our knowledgeable directors help you choose your tutor with your learning profile and personality in mind.
Customize Learning
Your tutor can customize your lessons and present concepts in engaging easy-to-understand-ways.
Increased Results
You can learn more efficiently and effectively because the teaching style is tailored to you.
Online Convenience
With the flexibility of online tutoring, your tutor can be arranged to meet at a time that suits you.