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Isaac

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Isaac

Current Grad Student, Outdoor Education
Isaac's other Tutor Subjects
Art
Business
College English
English

Hey! I am a fellow student just like you! Right now, I am attending Wheaton College, but to give you a little more information about my background, I was born and raised in South Korea and attended an International IB school in the city of Daejeon. Going to this international school, I learned the i...

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Wheaton College (Illinois)

Bachelor in Arts, Business and Managerial Economics

Wheaton College (Illinois)

Current Grad Student, Outdoor Education

Anthony

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Anthony

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Anthony's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
AP Calculus AB
Calculus

I am currently a Rutgers Student with a 4.0 GPA, studying in Mechanical Engineering. I have spent the past three years tutoring both high school and college students in mathematics, ranging from Algebra 1 to Calculus 4. I love to make sure my students completely understand what they are learning. I ...

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Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering

Megan

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Megan

PHD, German Literature
Megan's other Tutor Subjects
College English
College Essays
Comparative Literature
Conversational German

I'm a doctoral candidate at Princeton University in the German department, where I've taught German language, literature and philosophy since 2008 and regularly received the highest scores for student satisfaction on my teaching evaluations. I majored in Biology and German as an undergraduate at the...

Education

Princeton University

PHD, German Literature

University of Michigan

Bachelor of Science, German, Biology

Sienna

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Sienna

Bachelor of Science, English
Sienna's other Tutor Subjects
ACT English
ACT Reading
ACT Writing
Algebra

Don't worry. You can do this! I'm just here to help.I'm an MSc Systems Engineer from Kennesaw State University. My BSc in English is from the United States Naval Academy, where I studied nuclear power and taught remedial classes to adult peers. My work history is mostly offshore pipelining in the Gu...

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United States Naval Academy

Bachelor of Science, English

Aimee

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Aimee

Current Grad Student, Biological/Biosystems Engineering
Aimee's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
AP Chemistry
AP Physics 1

Hello there! I am a current (though almost graduated) student in Chemical Engineering at Georgia Tech. I absolutely love teaching and tutoring, and I have 3 years experience tutoring and just over a year's experience in being a teacher's assistant. I am passionate about math and science, and I love ...

Education

Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus

Bachelor of Science, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Current Grad Student, Biological/Biosystems Engineering

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Ashanti

Certified Tutor

Ashanti

Current Grad Student, Early Childhood Education
Ashanti's other Tutor Subjects
1st-8th Grade Reading
College English
English
ESL/ELL

I'm currently a first grade teacher at KIPP Academy Charter school. I graduated from Mercy College in 2006 with a degree in Psychology, and am currently in graduate school pursuing a masters in Early Childhood Education. I have been teaching for over five years. I have a passion for teaching. I love...

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Mercy College

Bachelors, Psychology

Concordia University-Portland

Current Grad Student, Early Childhood Education

Chelsea

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Chelsea

Bachelor of Education, Special Education
Chelsea's other Tutor Subjects
AP Studio Art: 2-D Design
AP Studio Art: Drawing
Art
Elementary School

Hi, I'm Chelsea! I was born and raised on the beautiful island of Maui. A few months ago, I moved to Las Vegas and am now working as a Special Education Teacher. I am always looking for different ways where I can help students be their best. I look forward to meeting you!

Education

Western Governors University

Bachelor of Education, Special Education

Joana

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Joana

Bachelor in Business Administration, Marketing
Joana's other Tutor Subjects
Adult Literacy
Elementary School Reading
Elementary School Writing
English

I am currently a senior marketing student at Georgia State University, as well as a public relations assistant. Throughout the years I continue to rediscover my love for learning and teaching and hope to share the value of education through unique, fun, and productive experiences!I primarily teach e...

Education

Georgia State University

Bachelor in Business Administration, Marketing

Belinda Colleen

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Belinda Colleen

Bachelor of Science, Industrial Management
Belinda's other Tutor Subjects
College English
Comparative Literature
English
English Grammar and Syntax

I am a professional writer with over 20 years of experience. My teaching and tutoring experience spans over 15 years and includes learners of all ages. As a writer and reader of both fiction and nonfiction, I enjoy teaching reading comprehension, test-taking skills and literature. One of the techniq...

Education

Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus

Bachelor of Science, Industrial Management

Katherine

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Katherine

Bachelor in Arts, Creative Writing
Katherine's other Tutor Subjects
American Literature
Creative Writing
Elementary School Reading
English

I am currently a sophomore at IUPUI working towards a Bachelor of Arts in English with a Creative Writing focus and a Bachelor of Arts in PR Journalism.I am the youngest of six kids; four boys and two girls. I have been working with newborns to 15 year olds for almost seven years now. My first job w...

Education

Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis

Bachelor in Arts, Creative Writing

Frequently Asked Questions

The PE (Professional Engineer) Exam is a standardized test required to become a licensed Professional Engineer in Texas and across the United States. It's typically taken after gaining relevant work experience (usually 4 years) following your engineering degree. The exam tests your knowledge of engineering principles, safety practices, and professional ethics to ensure you can protect public health and safety in your engineering work.

The PE Exam is notoriously difficult because it covers an extremely broad range of engineering topics and requires both deep conceptual understanding and practical problem-solving skills under time pressure. Many test-takers struggle with the breadth of material, time management during the 8-hour exam, and the shift from classroom learning to real-world application. With pass rates typically around 70% nationally, even well-prepared engineers find it demanding.

Personalized 1-on-1 instruction allows tutors to identify your specific weak areas—whether that's thermodynamics, structural analysis, or time management—and focus on those gaps rather than reviewing material you already know. A tutor can also help you develop a customized study strategy based on your engineering discipline, work experience, and learning style, which generic prep courses can't provide. This targeted approach typically leads to faster improvement and better exam performance than studying alone.

The PE Exam covers fundamental engineering principles across multiple disciplines, including mathematics, ethics, engineering economics, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, materials science, and professional practice. Your specific exam will focus on your engineering discipline (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, etc.), with discipline-specific depth in areas like structural design, power systems, or process engineering. A tutor can help you master both the broad fundamentals and the specialized topics relevant to your field.

Varsity Tutors connects Austin students with expert tutors who specialize in PE Exam preparation. Whether you need help with specific engineering topics, practice problem strategies, or overall exam planning, you can get matched with a tutor who understands your discipline and the Texas licensing requirements. Tutors work with you on a schedule that fits your work and study commitments.

Most engineers spend 3-6 months preparing for the PE Exam, dedicating 10-15 hours per week to studying. However, your timeline depends on your engineering background, how long it's been since you studied core subjects, and your target score. Working with a tutor can help you create a realistic study plan and potentially compress your timeline by focusing on high-impact topics rather than reviewing everything equally.

Your first session typically involves an assessment of your current knowledge, understanding your engineering discipline and work experience, and identifying your biggest challenge areas. A tutor will ask about your study timeline, previous exam attempts (if any), and learning preferences to build a personalized prep plan. This foundation helps ensure your subsequent sessions are focused and productive.

The PE Exam is scored on a scale, and passing requires meeting a minimum competency threshold—typically around 70% correct answers. However, aiming higher gives you a safety margin and demonstrates stronger mastery of engineering principles. With focused preparation and personalized tutoring, many engineers improve their performance significantly from their first attempt, so setting a goal of 75-80% is realistic and achievable.

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