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Varsity Tutors can help students in New York City prepare for the SAT with an in-depth New York City SAT prep course. If you attend a local high school like the Trinity School or Stuyvesant High School, then you may have already decided to take the SAT. This is a challenging standardized college admissions test that can play a big role in your college application cycle. Earning a good score on the SAT could help you get into more schools and earn more scholarship offers.
The SAT can be difficult to prepare for on your own. That's where Varsity Tutors comes in. We'd love to get you started with a New York City SAT course that can help you make the academic progress you're working towards. The easiest way to get started with a class is by reaching out to us directly. Or, you can keep reading to get more information about the SAT and what we can do to help you study for it.
What's tested on the SAT?
Your course will follow the content of the SAT to make sure that you get a chance to review everything you need to know for your upcoming test. Therefore, it's worthwhile to spend some time reviewing what's actually tested on the SAT. The exam was designed with the purpose of helping colleges assess which of their applicants are most prepared to succeed at the collegiate level of study. It is split into three required sections and one optional Essay section. The required SAT sections focus on Math, Writing and Language, and Reading.
The SAT's Reading section has a 65-minute time limit and features 52 multiple-choice questions. The score that you earn for this section will be combined with the Writing and Language section for one score that ranges from 200 to 800 points. This is called the Evidence-Based Reading and Writing score. On the Reading section, you'll be asked to read a series of written passages that cover things like literature, historical documents, social science, and science. The questions that you're asked on this section will assess your command of evidence, your ability to identify the meaning of words in the context they're presented, and how well you can analyze selections in social studies and science.
The SAT Writing and Language section has a 35-minute time limit and consists of 44 multiple-choice questions. Similarly to the Reading section, all of the questions on this part of the SAT will be based on a series of written passages. In addition to the skills assessed in the Reading section, this part of the SAT also assesses your understanding of the expression of ideas and standard English conventions.
Finally, the last required test section focuses on Math. Here, you'll be given 80 minutes to answer 58 questions. This is a two-part section that is split based on the questions you're allowed to use a calculator to answer and the ones that you can't use a calculator on. You'll be tested on a variety of math topics, including algebra, data analysis, and introductory advanced math problems.
If you choose to complete the SAT Essay section, then you'll be given 50 minutes to do so. You'll read a passage and then will be asked to write an essay that responds in some way to what you've just read. To perform well in the Essay section, you'll need to be able to craft a compelling essay within a short time frame. You'll be graded based on your use of evidence, the strength of the arguments you make, and the quality of your writing.
Taking a test preparation course is a great way to review the topics you need to know for all of these SAT sections. The following section will explore how a New York City SAT course can help you get more out of your study sessions and improve your understanding of core SAT topics. Keep reading to find out what Varsity Tutors can do to help you prepare for the SAT.
What are the benefits of taking a New York City SAT class?
Classes are a great way to supplement your SAT study sessions. They take place online through a powerful virtual learning platform. You'll learn through a series of live lectures that are delivered by an expert instructor. You'll also learn alongside a group of peers who you can interact with throughout each lesson. Taking a New York City SAT course could be the right test preparation option for you if you're someone who has previously enjoyed learning in the traditional classroom setting. You'll even have the option of working with your instructor in a one-on-one setting if you're having trouble with one of the topics from your class.
You may be interested in taking a course but worried about how it would fit into your schedule. However, when you contact us to find your class, you'll have plenty of options to choose from. There are both two and four-week classes available and new classes start weekly. This makes it easy to find a class that has meeting times that fit within your schedule. Given the many options available, you can easily sign up for a class without having to make too many sacrifices in the other important parts of your life. This flexibility is key to what makes taking an SAT course such a unique test preparation opportunity.
How can you get started with an SAT class?
As detailed in the sections above, the SAT is a challenging exam that features questions on a wide number of academic topics. That's why it's crucial that you have a strong test preparation plan in place in the lead up to your exam. Doing this can help you better understand the most important topics on the exam and may make you feel more confident on the day of your upcoming exam. Varsity Tutors can help you get started with a New York City SAT class if you think that you would benefit from taking one. Get in touch with us today if you're ready to begin. We'd love to work with you as you reach for your SAT goals.
Diptesh: New York SAT course instructor
...education since high school and have been teaching, tutoring, and mentoring students from grades 6-12 and college in a variety of subjects since! I specialize in mathematics and science tutoring as well as standardized exam preparation. In the past, I have helped students achieve significant improvements and success on the SAT, SHSAT, Regents and other exams! I truly believe education is a mutual learning and teaching opportunity and enjoy helping my students achieve a thorough...
Education & Certification
- New York University - Bachelor of Science, Global Public Health & Chemistry
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- TACHS
- HSPT
- SHSAT
- +88 subjects
John: New York SAT course instructor
...fan, and spend a lot of time watching the St. Louis Cardinals, reading about them, or reading about baseball in general. The last of my main hobbies is calligraphy. I've always been interested in the way that letters look, and so I'm often learning new types of handwriting, and practicing on any scrap of paper that I can find. These hobbies are all connected by a love of intricacy and an attention to detail that...
Education & Certification
- Swarthmore - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
- CUNY Graduate School and University Center - PHD, Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- Pre-Calculus
- Multivariable Calculus
- +47 subjects
Margarita: New York SAT course instructor
...is originally from Russia, and I grew up with a very strong and traditional math background. I always find teaching math to students to be gratifying, and I hope to share some of my love for math with my students. I also enjoy tutoring test prep, especially since I know how stressful the process of applying to colleges (and later graduate schools) is! With every student, I aim to find an individualized approach that makes...
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- SSAT
- ISEE
- SAT Subject Tests
- +55 subjects
Alex: New York SAT course instructor
...then help the student construct an analytical argument. In subjects related to math, I review the foundational concepts in a certain topic before proceeding to assist the student with specific example problems. I always make sure to make my lessons enjoyable and relatable, so that the students attention remain on the subject matter. I am also very knowledgeable about standardized tests, particularly the ACT and many of the SAT subject tests, and so I am...
Education & Certification
- Stanford University - Bachelor in Arts, Applied Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- GED
- ACT
- +100 subjects
Gary: New York SAT course instructor
I love math, and have a passion for sharing that love and knowledge. Progressing through courses of mathematics teaches much beyond what is on the page. It teaches problem-solving, critical and creative thinking. I try not only to teach the mechanics of math, but instill an appreciation for the skills the process can develop. And while math is my favorite subject to tutor, I have had training in and am qualified for all sections of...
Education & Certification
- SUNY at Albany - Bachelor of Science, Economics
- Pace University-New York - Masters in Business Administration, Analysis and Functional Analysis
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- PSAT
- ACT
- GED
- +51 subjects
Margot: New York SAT course instructor
...students of all ages ever since. I've worked with students from Pre-K through high school and college, teaching and tutoring a wide range of levels and subjects from basic reading and math skills to AP essay writing and college test prep. While I enjoy tutoring a wide range of subjects, some of my favorites include various levels of test prep (SAT, SSAT, ISEE, HSPT, etc.), college essay editing, AP English Literature and Language, AP U.S....
Education & Certification
- Dartmouth College - Bachelors, Double Major in Music and Theater
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- ISEE
- TACHS
- PSAT
- +57 subjects
Education & Certification
- Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- ACT
- AP Physics C: Mechanics
- AP Calculus AB
- +14 subjects
Sarah: New York SAT course instructor
Hello! I am studying political science and statistics, and I will be working in finance after graduation. I also have strengths in Spanish (I studied abroad in Spain), standardized tests, and test taking and organization skills. In my free time I love to run, spend time with friends, and travel. I actually think standardized tests are fun and I would love to help you learn to feel that way too.... I believe that students should be required to complete tasks on their own before moving on from a subject.
Education & Certification
- Barnard College - Current Undergrad, Mathematics-Statistics, Political Science
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- ACT
- PSAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- +53 subjects
Katherine: New York SAT course instructor
...am a 2016 graduate of the University of Pennsylvania, where I majored in Economics and Music. Outside of work (where I am a management consultant), I play hockey and piano. Since high school, I have helped fellow students with academics. At school, I was also a tutor through Penn's Tutoring Center. I think what makes me a successful tutor is the ability to not only understand the material but also the perspective of the tutee....
Education & Certification
- University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor in Arts, Economics; Music
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- ISEE
- PSAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- +32 subjects
Andrew: New York SAT course instructor
...Science degrees in Computer Science and Applied Mathematics. My previous experiences include tutoring 7th grade math and serving as a teaching assistant at Stony Brook. I have also been helping friends with their class work since high school. I tutor mathematics and computer science, which I enjoy primarily because of the logic utilized in identifying the problems and applying the correct methods to solve them. In my spare time, I enjoy playing video games, reading,...
Education & Certification
- Stony Brook University - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science, Applied Math
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- Algebra
- Algebra 3/4
- Algebra 2
- +16 subjects
Aaron: New York SAT course instructor
...attention in the coming year). I've been tutoring for years, first as a high school student helping my peers as a member of the National Honors Society, and later to help students prepare for standardized tests like the SAT, SAT Subject Tests, and AP Exams. I'm also a Senior Staff Writer for Columbia's student newspaper, the Daily Spectator, so I'm pretty much constantly editing and giving advice to my fellow writers. I love sharing my...
Education & Certification
- Columbia University in the City of New York - Current Undergrad, English
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- AP Chemistry
- High School English
- +45 subjects
Aamod: New York SAT course instructor
...guidance. The quickest way to learn is by doing, and if I am solving a problem for a student, then they are not absorbing that information as well as they could be if they were actively pursuing a solution themselves. This is a strategy that has served me well thus far, and I have personally watched students improve vastly under this philosophy. As important as efficient studying techniques are, being able to kick back and...
Education & Certification
- Rutgers University-New Brunswick - Bachelor in Arts, Cell Bio&Neuroscience/ Psychology
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- PSAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- Psychology
- +35 subjects
Kimberly: New York SAT course instructor
...and interests to ensure that they would have the most positive learning experience possible, regardless of how they felt about the content we covered. In addition to my teaching experience, I have personal success on multiple standardized tests. I achieved exceptional scores on the SAT and GMAT and have extensive experience teaching ACT material. I have a genuine love of learning and a passion for sharing this with students. In my spare time, I enjoy...
Education & Certification
- University of Southern California - Bachelors, English
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- ACT
- PARCC
- SAT Reading
- +29 subjects
Sarah: New York SAT course instructor
...From SAT prep to algebra, critical reading skills to ISEE tips, I'm dedicated to ensuring that each of my students leaves our sessions with greater knowledge and a deeper love of learning. I believe in tailoring creative learning strategies to each individual student's needs. I specialize in ISEE, PSAT, and SAT prep, English, History, and German tutoring, and college essay coaching. Having worked in undergraduate admissions at a top 50 research university for 3 years,...
Education & Certification
- Tulane University of Louisiana - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
- Universitaet fuer Musik und darstellende Kunst - Certificate, Music Performance
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- ACT
- HSPT
- +89 subjects
Nayaab: New York SAT course instructor
...young children, high school students, and college students topics like algebra, dance, and health education. Each age group positively responds to a different style of teaching, motivation, and communication; being adaptable and open to these changes is my forte. My teaching style often revolves around developing self-motivation, planning schedules, and understanding students' short-term and long-term goals. Because I recently graduated, I understand the stress students have managing their busy schedules, extracurricular activities, and studying for...
Education & Certification
- New York University - Bachelors, Psychology with Minors in Molecular Cell Biology, Chemistry, and Physics
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- Advanced Placement
- PSAT
- +44 subjects
Scott: New York SAT course instructor
...to both elementary school students, in an environmental education camp, and fellow college students, as a peer tutor. In these positions, I found great gratification in seeing a student have an epiphany in learning. I promote this learning by making analogies and other connections that the student not only relates to, but also finds interesting. In this manner I am not only able to make lessons exciting, but I also become energized myself. In the...
Education & Certification
- The Cooper Union - Bachelors, Chemical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- ACT
- AP Calculus BC
- +33 subjects
Farah : New York SAT course instructor
...ideas and helpful organizational skills that they will be able to implement on their own outside the tutorial session. I also believe that as a tutor it is my duty to not only make sure my tutees have mastered their material, but also to incite confidence in them. School work, tests, and life in general can become overbearing and success may seem impossible. As a tutor, I am here to tell offer you a helping...
Education & Certification
- Barnard College of Columbia University - Bachelors, Biological Sciences
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- HSPT
- SSAT
- +36 subjects
Nana: New York SAT course instructor
...for their state exams. By means of persistence and effective studying techniques and continual practice, I assisted students to successfully complete both their Math and English state exams. Most recently, in 2019, I participated in a STEM summer program where I assisted middle school students to apply basic engineering principles such as prototyping to build various cardboard structures powered by Arduino circuit boards. I tirelessly worked to help all of them complete their projects and...
Education & Certification
- CUNY City College - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- GED
- REGENTS
- ACT
- +74 subjects
Owen: New York SAT course instructor
...SAT as a high school senior. This was the start of what has now been an 8 year journey! I have worked with 50+ students, mostly in the areas of math, science and standardized testing. After college, I spent two years working as a biology teacher at a top charter school in NYC where my classes ranked #1 by test results. I left teaching to pursue a role as a financial analyst, but I have...
Education & Certification
- CUNY Brooklyn College - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- SHSAT
- PSAT
- HSPT
- +42 subjects
Megan: New York SAT course instructor
...Northeastern University majoring in Speech Language Pathology. I enjoy working with individuals to build upon their strengths and give them the tools they need to succeed. I have good study and organizational skills, and I have many tips and tricks to help individuals improve test scores. I really enjoy helping people to reach their full potential in each subject area, and I will do my best to explain concepts in a manner best suited to...
Education & Certification
- Northeastern University - Current Undergrad, Speech Language Pathology
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- ISEE
- ACT
- SSAT
- +41 subjects