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10+ years
Alexandra
I am a student at Lake Forest College pursuing my degree in Biology. This semester I am also attending the School of the Art Institute to complete my minor in Visual Arts. Having this diverse educational background, I am able to assist students in multiple subject areas. I have had experience tutori...
Lake Forest College
Current Undergrad, Biology, General

Certified Tutor
8+ years
Heather
Welcome to classes with Professor Heather! I'm excited to meet you and help you to reach your goals. Over 20 years of tutoring and classroom teaching, I have taught students from 92 countries so far. This vast and varied experience has enabled me to teach future teachers in three universities, inclu...
University of California-San Diego
Bachelor in Arts, General Literature
Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais
Doctor of Philosophy, Applied Linguistics

Certified Tutor
4+ years
Jacqueline
Hello! I am a graduate of St. Francis College! I have a BA in English and minored in Creative Writing and American Studies (literature). I love working with students and started tutoring at Writopia Lab located in the Upper West Side in NY. I had a lot of fun there teaching students how to write sto...
St Francis College
Bachelor in Arts, English

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Daniel
I like to teach, inspire and help others learn.I have both a bachelors in business administration as well as a bachelors in civil engineering, having gone back to school to earn it.
The University of Texas at Dallas
Bachelors, BS in Business Administration
The University of Texas at Arlington
Current Grad Student, MS Civil Engineering

Certified Tutor
9+ years
Brett
Hello students! My education includes a Bachelor's in English and a Master's in English Education, both obtained from Piedmont College. I have taught both locally, abroad, and online. In addition, I also have extensive experience in human resources, writing, reading, editing, and communications.I lo...
Piedmont College
Master of Arts, High School Teaching
Piedmont College
Bachelor in Arts, English

Certified Tutor
9+ years
Amy
I am a writer, editor, producer, curator and lover of words. I spent many years holding editorial positions on both coasts (California and New York), but was happy to lay some roots and start a family back home in Minneapolis, a city alive with art, activism and stories waiting to be told. I am exci...
New York University
Master of Science, Publishing
university of minnesota duluth
Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government

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Richard
I have been teaching and tutoring for many years, since 1993. I enjoy tutoring because I enjoy studying. I have a BA in Chemistry from Cornell College, an MS in Chemical Engineering from Texas A&M University, and an MBA from the University of St. Thomas in Houston. My favorite tutoring subjects are ...
The Texas A&M University System Office
Masters, Chemical Engineering
Cornell College
Bachelors, Chemistry

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Arvind
I am currently a third-year Family Medicine resident at Mercy St Vincent Hospital in Toledo, Ohio. I received my medical degree from Caribbean Medical University in Curacao. While in residency I have mentored fellow residents and medical students who are preparing for shelf and USMLE exams. I teach ...
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Bachelor's

Certified Tutor
7+ years
Lauren
As a recent graduate of the Ella Cline Shear School of Education at SUNY Geneseo, I am a passionate teacher of students birth-grade 6. I have been able to practice this passion as a New York City per diem and permanent substitute teacher for the past three months. My other related experiences range ...
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Bachelor's

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Jessica
I received my BA in History, English Literature and Russian Language Studies from the University of Iowa in 2007 and my PhD from the University of Texas at Austin in May of 2015 in Modern European History. I have a strong background in general European history, and have taught a variety of courses a...
The University of Texas at Austin
PHD, European History
University of Iowa
Bachelors, History (Honors), Russian, English
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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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