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Allan

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Allan

Masters, Higher Education Administration
Allan's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary School Reading
Elementary School Writing
English
Essay Editing

Hello my name is Allan and I believe that through hard work and education all dreams are attainable. I am excited to share the gift of knowledge with all students I work with. I have experiences working with students of all ages ranging from elementary school through college.

Education

Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College

Masters, Higher Education Administration

The University of Memphis

Bachelors, Education

Ying

Certified Tutor

Ying

Masters, Business Administration and Management
Ying's other Tutor Subjects
AP Chinese Language and Culture
Conversational Mandarin
GRE
Languages

Growing up in a very test-driven academic environment in China, I was very passionate about studying and developing effective learning methods. As a result, I had always been one of the best students in my school, despite the fierce competition.Also, I gained a great sense of achievement by helping ...

Education

Florida International University

Masters, Business Administration and Management

Florida International University

Bachelors, Hospitality Management

Test Scores
GMAT
720
Cameron

Certified Tutor

Cameron

Master of Science, Electrical Engineering
Cameron's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Calculus
College Algebra

I am an Electrical Design Engineer in Walpole Massachusetts working on embedded system development. I received a Bachelors of Science in Electrical Engineering from UMass Dartmouth and a Masters of Science in Electrical Engineering from Tufts University. I have extensive experience in Math, Science,...

Education

Tufts University

Master of Science, Electrical Engineering

University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth

Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering

Test Scores
GRE
312
Ram

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Ram

Master of Science, Business Statistics
Ram's other Tutor Subjects
Admissions
Algebra
AutoCAD
Business

I believe the greatest ability of a teacher is to change the way a student sees the world. This is what I hope to offer through my classes. Additionally, I also enjoy the challenge of explaining a concept in a way that the students can easily grasp.Right from my junior year in college, I volunteered...

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Case Western Reserve University

Master of Science, Business Statistics

Osmania University

Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering

Madelyn

Certified Tutor

Madelyn

Bachelors, Psychology
Madelyn's other Tutor Subjects
1st-10th Grade Math
College English
Elementary Algebra
English

I am passionate about learning and hope to spark an interest and love of learning in my students. I can help you understand the subject matter, improve grades and test scores, and boost confidence. I believe that our brains have infinite capacity for learning and storing new information. Work with m...

Education

University of Utah

Bachelors, Psychology

Igor

Certified Tutor

Igor

Master of Science, Electrical Engineering
Igor's other Tutor Subjects
Advanced Placement Prep
Algebra
Algebra 2
Biomedical Engineering

I'm a graduate having acquired a Masters and Bachelors Degree in engineering from the University of Central Oklahoma.I am very well versed in math and science courses, mostly physics and engineering from my experience as an engineering student. I have experience with college prep and GRE testing as ...

Education

University of Central Oklahoma

Master of Science, Electrical Engineering

University of Central Oklahoma

Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering

Test Scores
GRE
169
Owen

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Owen

Bachelors, Sport Management
Owen's other Tutor Subjects
College English
Elementary Math
Elementary School Math
English

I grew up in Northern Michigan and attended a very small school, but I moved to Miami as soon as I graduated and got my degree in Sport Management from Barry University in Miami.I'm a non-traditional teacher, probably because I was a non-traditional student. I have ADHD and always have, so I don't a...

Education

Barry University

Bachelors, Sport Management

Jacqueline

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Jacqueline

Bachelor in Arts, Animation and Special Effects
Jacqueline's other Tutor Subjects
Animation
Art
Blender
Computer Animation

I'm currently a student at Animschool, and have graduated with a Bachelor's of Arts from Hampshire College.I've self taught myself Blender around 11 years ago, and in college, I taught it to other students as a teacher's assistant for 2 of those years. I've also done 1-on-1 tutoring teaching Blender...

Education

Hampshire College

Bachelor in Arts, Animation and Special Effects

Samantha

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Samantha

Current Undergrad Student, English
Samantha's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Prep
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT Reading

I am a senior at Brigham Young University under an academic scholarship and working towards my English Teaching B.A. After obtaining my degree I plan to become a high school English teacher. I have been tutoring students for seven years in various subject fields, particularly in remedial English and...

Education

Brigham Young University-Provo

Current Undergrad Student, English

Test Scores
ACT
34
Sandy

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Sandy

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Sandy's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Biology
College Application Essays

I am an undergraduate student studying Biology (Bachelor of Science). I am on the pre-medical track and recently got accepted into medical school. I primarily tutor basic, high school, and college biology as well as all levels of algebra, but I also enjoy tutoring psychology and social sciences. I a...

Education

University of Houston

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

University of North Texas Health Science Center

Doctor of Medicine, Osteopathic Medicine (DO)

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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