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Julia
I am a recent college graduate currently pursuing a career in publishing in New York City. My interest in tutoring and the publishing industry stem from the same source: I want to help instill in others the same love of learning I have felt throughout my life. Whether it's getting lost in a good boo...
The College of William & Mary
Bachelors, English & Linguistics
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16+ years
John
John's English and Drama training sharpened the close-reading and rhetorical analysis skills that the PSAT's Evidence-Based Reading section rewards — identifying how authors structure arguments, use tone shifts, and deploy evidence across paired passages. His 36 ACT and experience teaching both SAT ...
University of St Thomas
Bachelor of Fine Arts, English/Drama
American Academy of Dramatic Arts
Associates, Acting
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9+ years
Vansh
I am currently pursuing a Bachelors of Science in Aerospace Engineering at the Georgia Institute of Technology. I am also a graduate of the high school International Baccalaureate Program. I have informal experience tutoring high school physics, but am most passionate about tutoring students for the...
Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus
Bachelor of Science, Aerospace Engineering
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5+ years
Arthur
I am available to tutor in a broad range of subjects, though I am most passionate about Economics, History, and Civics. Please feel free to contact me and I would be happy to arrange a session.
Middlebury College
Bachelor in Arts, Economics
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6+ years
Rhea
Scoring a 1550 on the SAT means Rhea already had the PSAT mastered before she sat for the real thing — the question types, the pacing traps, and the specific grammar and evidence-based reading skills that National Merit semifinalist cutoffs demand. As a UChicago biology student, she brings sharp ana...
University of Chicago
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
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8+ years
Min
I'm a motivated and enthusiastic engineer with a drive to always continue learning, share knowledge with others and inspire.
Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus
Master of Science, Electrical Engineering
Lehigh University
Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering
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Alastair
I am a rising sophomore at Columbia University in the City of New York, a member of the Ivy League, where I have compiled a track record of academic success across a variety of disciplines including my majors in History and Political Science. I currently maintain a 3.96 GPA, with especially strong s...
Columbia University in the City of New York
Bachelor in Arts, History
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8+ years
Marika
I am currently a senior working towards my B.A. in physics, and I just returned from a year of study in Europe, during which I worked full time as a climate change researcher at the University of Helsinki in Finland and passed two intensive PhD level atmospheric science courses. This subject is my p...
Clark University
Bachelor in Arts, Physics
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I am a second year law student at the University of Chicago who hails from the San Francisco Bay Area! I tutor the SAT, ESL, and Spanish. I was an AVID tutor in high school, and after college I taught an ESL class and tutored a high school student in Spanish. In law school, I am involved with the La...
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Bachelor in Arts
University of Chicago Law School
Juris Doctor, Law
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Edward
I am currently studying chemical engineering at the University of Michigan. I have always helped out my fellow students with schoolwork, and I have tutored in the National Honor Society for three years. My tutoring strengths include my abilities to stay calm, be patient, and offer different perspect...
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Emily
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I am currently a fourth year medical student in Indianapolis. I completed my undergraduate education at Indiana University Bloomington, where I majored in Biology and Spanish. I also completed two minors in Mathematics and Chemistry. While at IU, I worked for the Department of Mathematics and Department of Spanish. I also worked as a Peer Tutor for the IU Athletics Department, tutoring in several subjects including statistics, chemistry, physics, and Spanish. I graduated from college with a 4.0, and I entered medical school shortly thereafter. Since coming to medical school, I have excelled in all of my pre-clinical coursework, and I currently rank in the Top 20% of my class. I feel very comfortable and confident tutoring other students in a variety of subjects from math and science to Spanish. I like to think that the same techniques I have used to excel in all phases of my education can be easily adapted to other students and help you achieve your academic goals, just as I have! Hobbies: reading, writing, books, traveling, music, art, travel
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I'm Anna! I'm currently a student in the MD/MBA program between Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine and the Kellogg School of Management, and graduated from Northwestern University as part of the Honors Program in Medical Education. I attended the Bergen County Academies in New Jersey, a selective, application-based magnet school, for high school.
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Conor
Calculus Tutor • +16 Subjects
I am currently a medical student in Philadelphia, and have a degree in Biomedical Engineering from Stony Brook University. I have several years of experience tutoring SAT students, but thanks to my mixed background I have proficiency in a wide range of subjects including mathematics, biological sciences, engineering, and physical sciences.
Max
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I am in the process now of applying for PhD programs in Computational Biology. I have done research in the field of freshwater ecology and am anticipating the publication of a paper I co-authored in the next several months.
Alex
AP Calculus BC Tutor • +31 Subjects
I'm a junior in chemical engineering at ASU Barrett and I specialize in math and physics tutoring. If you need help with any of your math subjects or have trouble with physics and chemistry I'm the one to call. I love working with students and each and everybody's success is my top priority.
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I'm a first-year medical student and recent graduate from Duke University, where I studied Global Health Determinants, Behaviors, and Interventions. From running a piano program at a nonprofit children's theatre to private tutoring in math, science, and standardized test prep, I enjoy helping my students become confident and self-sufficient learners! Hobbies: photography, travel, reading, music, writing, running, art, books, traveling
Kate
AP Calculus BC Tutor • +53 Subjects
I'm available to tutor biology, chemistry, physics, math from Algebra up through AP Calculus, SAT test prep, and French. I've been tutoring students in science and math for 7 years. I also spent 8 months working and studying in France, and have tutored high school and adult students in French. When I'm not working or studying, I love playing volleyball (indoors or on the beach!) and spending time outside, canoeing or hiking with my dog. I look forward to meeting and working with you!
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Score improvement depends on your starting point and effort, but students typically see meaningful gains within a few months of focused preparation. Many students improve by 100-200 points, with some gaining even more if they address foundational gaps in specific sections. The key is identifying your weak areas early—whether that's reading comprehension, algebra, or test-taking pacing—and targeting those with personalized instruction rather than generic prep.
The most common timing issue is spending too long on difficult reading passages or algebra problems, which leaves students rushing through easier questions they could answer correctly. Tutors work with students on strategic pacing: knowing when to skip a tough question, how to manage the 3-hour test format across three sections, and which question types typically take longer based on your strengths. Practice tests are essential—they help you develop a realistic pace before test day rather than discovering timing issues in the actual exam.
The best approach is taking a full-length practice PSAT under timed conditions, then analyzing your results section by section: Reading & Writing, Math, and if applicable, your question types within those sections (like command of grammar, word choice, algebra, advanced math, etc.). Tutors excel at digging deeper than just your overall score—they'll identify whether you're making careless mistakes on easy questions, struggling with test-specific question formats, or lacking foundational skills in specific topics. From there, you can focus your prep time where it matters most.
Most students benefit from 2-4 months of preparation if they're starting with moderate scores, or 3-6 months if addressing significant skill gaps. However, timeline depends on your baseline, target score, and frequency of tutoring. Some students do intensive prep with weekly sessions, while others spread sessions out over a longer period. Your tutor will help create a realistic study schedule that includes regular practice tests, review of weaker topics, and time for material to settle in—research on learning shows spaced repetition is far more effective than cramming.
Test anxiety often stems from either unfamiliarity with the test format or lack of confidence in your knowledge. Personalized tutoring addresses both: you'll become deeply familiar with PSAT question types through repeated practice, which reduces anxiety significantly. Your tutor can also teach you specific test-day strategies—like breathing techniques, how to manage panic on difficult sections, and how to build confidence by tracking your actual score improvements over time. Many students find that mastering the material and practicing under timed conditions is the most effective anxiety management tool.
Reading and Math require different skill sets: reading relies on comprehension, vocabulary, and inference, while math is more about problem-solving and formula application. Many students naturally lean one direction, but PSAT Reading & Writing also tests grammar and writing mechanics, which some students find counterintuitive. A tutor will diagnose whether your struggle is foundational (missing core skills) or test-specific (not understanding PSAT's unique question formats). For example, some students do fine with grammar in isolation but miss PSAT writing questions because they don't understand the context-based approach the test uses.
Excellent PSAT tutors understand not just the content but the test itself—they know common pitfalls, question patterns, and why students struggle with specific problem types. They're skilled at diagnosis: pinpointing whether your reading issues stem from vocabulary, comprehension speed, or misunderstanding question instructions. Great tutors also adapt their teaching style to how you learn best and help you build test-taking confidence, not just knowledge. They use practice tests strategically to identify patterns in your mistakes rather than just drilling random problems, and they explain the reasoning behind both correct and incorrect answers.
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