Top MCAT Tutors serving Sacramento

Timothy: Sacramento MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Sacramento, CA
...Physics including labs, Calculus, Biology including labs, and completed an honors thesis for the political science department. I took one gap year between UCLA and medical school where I worked in a Neuroscience and Biophysics Research Lab while TAing (teaching assistant) for several biology courses including LS 2, LS 4, and LS23L (Cells, Tissues and Organs, Genetics, and Intro to Biology Lab). I currently attend Drexel University College of Medicine where I am in my...
Education & Certification
University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelors, Political Science and Government
Drexel University College of Medicine - Current Grad Student, M.D.
ACT Reading: 35

Blake: Sacramento MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Sacramento, CA
I am a future medical student and recent engineering graduate, and I look forward to working with students in math and science.... During a first session, I would talk with the student about their academic goals, and also discuss learning strategies that have worked well for them in the past.... I like to focus on big picture objectives. I believe it is more important to understand the foundations of a process and the overarching idea, rather...
Education & Certification
University of San Diego - Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering

Deisha: Sacramento MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Sacramento, CA
...patient, understanding and excellent at building foundations that will stay with you for a lifetime. I would love to help you with your educational pursuit and I will make sure that frustration is never felt again. It is my goal to make sure each individual student achieves their maximum potential, you are all super stars I am only here to remind you of this during your journey. Happy studying and I will talk to you...
Education & Certification
California State University-Sacramento - Bachelors, Social Work
University of Southern California - Current Grad Student, Social Work

Joy: Sacramento MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Sacramento, CA
...total of eighteen years that includes working with students in person and online. The subjects I tutor are English, Spanish, History, Study Skills, Science, Reading, Writing, Social Studies, Mathematics, and many other academic subjects. I enjoy tutoring English and Spanish the most because it helps in so many ways with grammar, public speaking, and using it properly in conversations. My teaching philosophy is that I gear towards all types of learners whether they be auditory,...
Education & Certification
Humphreys College-Stockton and Modesto Campuses - Bachelor of Science, Community Psychology

Aida: Sacramento MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Sacramento, CA
...career, I accrued tutoring experiences through tutoring mathematics and biochemistry to middle school and college students. Working with students in variety of ages helped me to be more flexible with my tutoring techniques. During the tutoring sessions, I use different sources to make sure that the concept that I am covering in the session is accurate and try to explain the chemistry concept in an understandable manner. Indeed, I have practiced listening to the questions,...
Education & Certification
University of California-Davis - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

Steven: Sacramento MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Sacramento, CA
...it wasn't always easy for me. The lessons I learned and experiences I've had helped me how to relate to someone that is struggling in school. I have tutored various subjects from high school math, calculus, organic chemistry, biochemistry, and psychology. The most success I've had with my students is to create as relax atmosphere with a bit of humor. My goal is to work with you to discover what your strengths and weaknesses are....
Education & Certification
University of California-Davis - Current Undergrad Student, Medicinal and Pharmaceutical Chemistry

Akiva: Sacramento MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Sacramento, CA
...and flexibility, thereby allowing me to manage a full course load whenever necessary. Throughout my academic and corporate career, I consistently demonstrated my ability to work with students from a variety of backgrounds and with a variety of learning styles. By utilizing pedagogical approaches that address varied learning preferences, I made abstract concepts fun and understandable. I especially enjoy helping students to cultivate a deep love of, and appreciation for, literature through various state-of-the-art teaching...
Education & Certification
University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor of Philosophy, History and Philosophy of Science and Technology
Western New Mexico University - Master of Arts, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General
GRE Quantitative: 170
GRE Verbal: 168

Max: Sacramento MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Sacramento, CA
...my tools for success to any pre-student willing to learn them. I have been a teaching assistant for both General Chemistry I and II for two semesters each and have taught CPR, AED, First Aid to Salt Lake City Citizens. I have always enjoyed teaching, specifically being able to teach one-on-one. Connecting with students, making them feel comfortable to express concerns, and then being able to pinpoint and fix the issue that is stopping them...
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University of Utah - Bachelors, Exercise and Sports Science

Adam: Sacramento MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Sacramento, CA
...a doctor becomes. As a Nursing Assistant in a Mohs surgery and dermatology practice, I bring patients into a room to gather information to present to the doctor. I have found it difficult, yet necessary to defer offering advice when a patient asks me a question. I want strongly to have the education and ability to offer medical advice on my own, but to do this I will need a formal medical education. I enjoy sharing...
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University of Nebraska at Lincoln - Bachelors, Biochemistry
Medical college - PHD, Medicine

Jonathan: Sacramento MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Sacramento, CA
...seriously in college. I began with college algebra and moved on to science courses such as chemistry, genetics, and biology. I also tutored some remedial math and english courses. No jobs other than teaching and medicine bring me everything I want in a career. I love to help others because I have benefited so much from others help in the past. My goal is to inspire a few other students to take up this job...
Education & Certification
University of Houston Downtown - Bachelors, Biology, General

Matt: Sacramento MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Sacramento, CA
...at Georgetown University in human physiology. Given the amount of schooling I have gone through myself, I have taken a wide range of subjects and more standardized tests than I would like to admit. I have taught students of almost every age in various fields such as elementary science, Hebrew, chemistry, MCAT prep, and many more.. My ultimate plan is to go to medical school, but in the meantime I try to teach as much...
Education & Certification
Johns Hopkins University - Bachelors, Public Health concentration in Immunology and Infectious Disease
Georgetown University - Masters, Biophysics and Human Physiology

Chloe: Sacramento MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Sacramento, CA
...share what I know in a way that inspires and educates students. My passion for education stems from a desire to become more aware of the world around me and to help others do the same, whether in the form of writing a paper, passing a test or understanding new concepts. My favorite subjects to tutor are biology or writing. In my spare time I enjoy the outdoors, playing piano, sports and reading.
Education & Certification
Univeristy of Montana - Bachelors, Ecology and Organismal Biology
ACT Reading: 32

Lee: Sacramento MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Sacramento, CA
...students who need help with standardized tests. I'm a laid back individual, but I like to push my students. I know that every student is able to do well and I really enjoy helping them along their path to success. But being laid back, I am also good at relaxing a student and helping point out what is important and what is not. In my free time, I enjoy writing music. I am also a...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Northwestern University - Master of Science, Biomedical Engineering

Benjin: Sacramento MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Sacramento, CA
...figure things out without a lot of explanation. In most things, I'm not that guy! Like many students, understanding comes with repetition of principles and hard work. I have the perspective of a student trying to understand, not a teacher trying to preach. I love working with people from the ground up; we start at the comfort zone and work our way to improvement. I know I don't know everything, so I'm excited to learn...
Education & Certification
Brigham Young University - Current Undergrad, Biophysics
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 36

Mihir: Sacramento MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Sacramento, CA
...succeed provides me with tremendous satisfaction and drives me to continue tutoring. I specialize in tutoring for standardized tests, including the MCAT, GRE, SAT, and ACT, and have scored in the 99th percentile on the MCAT, SAT, and ACT. I also tutor the sciences and can cover all science topics up to advanced college-level chemistry and biology. As a science major and experienced tutor, I understand that the sciences pose unique and varied challenges to...
Education & Certification
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Current Undergrad, Chemistry - Biochemistry Track
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 34

Clara: Sacramento MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Sacramento, CA
...Girl Scout program in Watts. In high school, I tutored for the SAT as well as teaching swimming lessons for over four years, so I am very confident in my ability to make complicated topics understandable. My favorite area is standardized testing. I love the look on a student's face when they realize that they don't have to be nervous about an exam - that it can actually be really fun if the questions are...
Education & Certification
University of Southern California - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience

Neel: Sacramento MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Sacramento, CA
My name is Neel Rana. I studied philosophy and film in college and received a B.A. in Humanities with Honors. I also attended a Post-Bacc Pre-Medical program for two years and am in the process of applying to medical school. I have worked as an AmeriCorps VISTA, a private tutor, and in Harm Reduction. ... I believe it is crucial to teach to the style and needs of your students. Good teachers and tutors are chameleons.
Education & Certification
Shimer College - Bachelors, Humanities
Mills College - Current Grad Student, Post-Bacc Pre-Med

Kyle: Sacramento MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Sacramento, CA
...ACT, and MCAT. Since graduating in May with two degrees in biology and psychology, I have spent my time going through the medical school application process. During the upcoming year, I hope to help tutor those still in school not only to keep on my toes academically, but to help those who may be struggling with various subjects throughout their academic careers. There is no better feeling than watching someone have a eureka moment of...
Education & Certification
University of Colorado Denver - Bachelor of Science, Biology & Psychology

Jonathan: Sacramento MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Sacramento, CA
...Lash, and I am currently a Master's student at Cornell University. I graduated with my Bachelor's of Science from Cornell in 2016 and I plan to attend medical school in the fall of 2017. I am really excited to be tutoring for Varsity tutors because I really enjoy helping students with subjects that gave me trouble in school. I hope that my time spent developing strategies to learn and absorb the tough material can help...
Education & Certification
Cornell University - Bachelors, Human Biology
Cornell University - Current Grad Student, Human Development
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 790

Sunny: Sacramento MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Sacramento, CA
I graduated magna cum laude from Columbia University. I earned a B.A. in Biology and Economics. I'm currently working as a Research Associate during my gap year before medical school. During my free time, I enjoy staying active, playing golf, swimming, running, and playing tennis. I love exploring new activities and neighborhoods in the NYC area.
Education & Certification
Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelors, Biology / Economics
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36
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If you're approaching the MCAT, Varsity Tutors can connect you with Sacramento MCAT tutors that can help you reach for your full potential. The MCAT is an important step in your educational journey, especially since many medical schools across the United States require you to take this test in order to be considered for admission into their institution. This includes the University of California Davis School of Medicine and many other distinguished medical schools across the country. If you're planning to attend this school or another, it makes sense to take the exam seriously, and studying alongside a personal instructor in a one-on-one environment is a great way to do just that.
How is working with Sacramento MCAT tutors different from classroom learning?
One of the most beneficial aspects of one-on-one study prep is also one of the most obvious: there will be no other students in your sessions. Because of this, your personal instructor can devote their full attention to seeing your progress, rather than worrying about how other students are doing. This just isn't true in a classroom environment, where teachers must divide their attention between many students. You might feel rushed in a classroom setting as teachers try to whiz through important MCAT concepts in order to stay on schedule. It's also easy to feel left behind or lost as you try to keep up with your classmates. Rest assured that in Sacramento MCAT tutoring sessions, you can take all the time you need to master each individual concept before moving on. A personal instructor can patiently encourage you to ask all the questions you need, and you can move through each topic at a pace that feels manageable for you. This can help you develop a much deeper level of understanding of MCAT concepts.
Since no other students will be involved in your study sessions, you can also rid yourself of distracting classmates. These unnecessary roadblocks to learning are not present in a one-on-one environment, and you can focus entirely on your instructor while they focus entirely on you.
When personal instructors target your weak points instead of focusing heavily on concepts you're already familiar with, you can prepare for your MCAT more efficiently without wasting unnecessary time. Instead of sitting through lectures on topics you've already mastered, as is common in a classroom, you can immediately address areas of concern with the help of your personal instructor. For example, a personal instructor can choose to tackle biology concepts you're not confident about first and foremost rather than your sharpened critical analysis skills. Although personal instructors can prioritize where they devote the most time, a classroom instructor must stick to a firm lesson plan.
Sacramento MCAT tutors can also adjust your lesson plan based on your unique learning style. A personal instructor can understand that each student learns differently, and it doesn't make sense to use the exact same approach for each student. After the personal instructor has determined whether you're a visual, auditory, social, or solitary learner, they can choose to deliver information in ways that can be easier for you to retain and absorb. These methods can include flashcards, discussions, reading aloud, and many others. This level of personalization just isn't possible in a classroom environment, where teachers might be dealing with students of various learning styles.
What are the benefits of having my student study with Sacramento MCAT tutors near me?
Sacramento MCAT tutoring sessions can be also be adjusted based on your ability level and your existing knowledge. Whether you need to dive deep into each MCAT-related concept or you only want to refresh your memory prior to taking your test, a personal instructor can help. If you gain mastery of a subject that was previously giving you trouble, your personal instructor can also raise the bar and keep each session challenging and productive. For example, if you suddenly get the hang of general chemistry skills, a personal instructor can quickly move on to biochemistry concepts to make sure you're always progressing forward.
Sacramento MCAT tutoring sessions can also help you address your test-related stress and anxiety, which can be considerable roadblocks as you reach for your top academic goals on your MCAT. In order to help you maintain focus and composure on this high-stakes test, Sacramento MCAT tutors can help you develop mindfulness techniques. If you don't need help with these issues, your personal instructor can also help you develop multiple-choice tactics, time-management strategies, and can reveal other useful tips and tricks that could come in handy on your MCAT.
The MCAT consists of four 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. You can have plenty of opportunities to practice the skills necessary to reach for success in each of these sections. Sharpening these skills with the guidance of Sacramento MCAT tutors allows you to benefit from instant feedback. This can help you become aware of your errors as soon as you make them, and this, in turn, can reduce the chance of bad habits taking root over time. In contrast, a classroom instructor might not even notice these small mistakes.
How can I fit Sacramento MCAT tutoring into my student's busy schedule?
Varsity Tutors can connect you with an instructor that can work around even the busiest of schedules, and you should be able to find either online or in-person sessions that work for you. Whether you're a working professional or a university student with a jam-packed schedule, you can find a way to study effectively without sacrificing your various commitments. If you're concerned about your scheduling conflicts, online Sacramento MCAT tutoring sessions can offer you a considerable degree of flexibility and convenience. You can access our virtual Live Learning Platform from anywhere with an internet connection. This obviously gives you the option to study from the comfort of your own home. Aside from being comfortable, studying from home can save you many hours per week, as you won't have to travel to a specific location in order to meet with Sacramento MCAT tutors. Instead, you can make use of sophisticated features for a virtual environment that can be just as effective as in-person sessions. These features include video chat and a shared document editor. Using our Live Learning Platform, your instructor can provide a range of possible teaching techniques and offer instant feedback.
Remember, if you access your sessions via our Live Learning Platform, you have plenty of options when it comes to when and where you study. If you need to travel, you can still access your sessions. If your home environment becomes too distracting for whatever reason, you could simply relocate to a local branch of the Sacramento Public Library for a more academically inclined setting.
How can I get my student started with Sacramento MCAT tutors near me?
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