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If you're a junior or senior in high school, Varsity Tutors can help you get set up with Raleigh-Durham SAT preparation. After all, chances are you may have begun to think about the college application process, including how to get started with admissions test prep. We can connect you with resources for Raleigh-Durham SAT preparation. Sometimes getting a little extra help in Math, Reading, or Writing and Literature can give you a shot of confidence as you head into the test. Even if you're not preparing to take the SAT this academic year, connecting with an instructor who knows the materials can help you to improve your understanding of the academic topics you're learning in school.
Raleigh-Durham students, including those who attend Durham Academy or East Chapel Hill High School, may have to take the SAT as their college entrance exam. This test is about three hours long and includes three main sections: Reading, Writing and Language, and Math. There's also an optional Writing section. Score ranges in the three main sections start at 200 and go up to 800, although the Writing and Language section and the Reading section scores are merged to come up with a score in the range of 200-800. The composite score ranges from 400 to 1600. If you take the optional Writing Exam, the score range is between 6 and 24.
What can I expect from Raleigh-Durham SAT preparation?
There's a three-hour time limit for the three main sections of the SAT, and an additional 50 minutes to complete your essay. The exam is comprised of multiple choice questions, and your score comes from the number of correct answers that you get. There's no penalty for guessing, and no deduction of points if you get a question wrong.
The Writing and Language Test measures how well you understand sentence structure, and how much you know about punctuation and grammar. Passages focus on how well you decipher context and how that affects your comprehension. You'll be given passages to analyze and then you'll be asked to explain the relevance of different arguments or even to rewrite an argument to strengthen it.
In the Reading section, you'll be asked to read and evaluate written passages from multiple sources from literature, the founding documents of the United States, science-related passages, and a selection from the social sciences. There are 52 questions to answer. This section is meant to measure how well you can use evidence, use context to determine meaning, make your own conclusions, and provide analysis in history, social studies, and science. While these subsections are scored individually, the Writing and Language section and Reading sections are merged to get a score between 200 and 800. Admissions boards will look at your combined scores from Writing and Language and Reading to determine whether you're a good fit for their academic programs.
The Math section includes 58 questions, including some questions where calculators are allowed and some where the use of calculators is prohibited. These questions focus on algebra, problem-solving, data analysis and advanced math skills. This section tests your mathematical fluency, how well you understand linear equations and their graphs, and how well you use math to solve real-world problems.
If you choose to take the SAT Essay section, you'll have an additional 50 minutes to complete this final section. You'll be asked to read a passage and critique the examples meant to support the author's claims, analyze how the author uses reasoning to develop ideas, and how an author uses other elements to make the passage more powerful. The section requires that you write an essay evaluating the argument, citing at least one example of the author's use of reasoning or use of emotional or stylistic elements. You won't be asked to give your opinion, just to critique the author's argument.
How can Raleigh-Durham SAT prep help me?
There are two methods you can choose from for Raleigh-Durham SAT preparation. You can join a group Raleigh-Durham SAT prep course, or you can choose to work one-on-one with a private academic coach. No matter which method of instruction you choose, you'll have the option to connect with your Raleigh-Durham SAT tutor with Varsity Tutors' Live Learning Platform, which uses the internet to bring the classroom to you.
In a Raleigh-Durham SAT prep class, you'll connect with other students and an instructor over the internet, in real time. There's no worrying about joining a class that's already in session because new classes start every single week. Some classes run for two weeks, and others are four weeks long. Working with other students in a collaborative environment means that you can get feedback and tips that you might not get in one-on-one interaction. You can also learn from other people's perspectives and from their struggles, whether they're talking about problem-solving in Math or working on organization skills to shape your responses in the Writing and Language test, for example.
If private, personalized attention is more your style, connecting with a Raleigh-Durham SAT tutor might work better. They'll create a personalized plan of study that you and your tutor can change as you find necessary. There are two ways you can work with an academic coach: in the same physical location, or through the Live Learning Platform. If you have a certain section that you struggle with, perhaps the Reading or Math sections, your Raleigh-Durham SAT prep may include focused instruction on those areas, a variety of study aids that address section-specific concepts, or practice exams.
What can I do to connect with someone for Raleigh-Durham SAT prep?
No matter when you're taking your college entrance exams, you can easily connect with an academic coach if you reach out to Varsity Tutors. Our educational consultants are happy to help set you up with Raleigh-Durham SAT prep. If you're not sure whether you want private instruction or a Raleigh-Durham SAT course, our educational consultants can discuss the benefits of each and help you come to a decision. We look forward to helping you prepare for your college entrance exams!
Joseph: Raleigh-Durham SAT test prep instructor
...Engineering from the University of North Carolina. Currently, one of my biggest passion is using CAD software to design prosthetic implants. I have been a math tutor since my sophomore year in high school, and it has always been so rewarding to help students understand material, from learning how to use the Pythagorean Theorem to calculating integrals. Being an engineer, I personally know the difference between what a good/bad teacher can provide to a student's...
Education & Certification
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Bachelors, Biomedical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- Biomedical Engineering
- Math
- GRE Quantitative
- +21 subjects
Gregory: Raleigh-Durham SAT test prep instructor
...to make arguments cogently, and to tell a story about themselves, the world around them, and the things that are important in their lives. I believe that the humanities really do help us be more human with each other and in our world. I teach and tutor with the assumption that school is a set of practices that anyone can learn and that, when they engage those practices diligently, students gain empathy and critical thinking...
Education & Certification
- University of British Columbia--Vancouver - Bachelor in Arts, History
- Yale University - Master of Divinity, Theology
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- SAT Reading
- College World History
- English
- +26 subjects
Asta: Raleigh-Durham SAT test prep instructor
...undergraduate degree in political science. Right after graduation, I worked as an academic and test prep tutor as well as admissions consultant in Hong Kong. For the past two years, I worked with a number of students to help prepare them for college in the United States. Even though I tutor a wide range of subjects, I enjoy teaching English and standardized test preparation the most. I love helping my students find beauty in the...
Education & Certification
- University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- GRE Verbal
- College Biology
- ISEE
- +80 subjects
Mike: Raleigh-Durham SAT test prep instructor
...but I have been tutoring since 2002, concentrating on math, the SAT, and writing. I believe each student is capable of wonderful things, both academically and otherwise, and that education is much broader than simply attending school. Some of the qualities I aim for as a tutor are patience, encouragement, and helping students examine difficulties with respect for their own abilities, which they usually underestimate. In addition to lots of reading and some contemplation, I...
Education & Certification
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Bachelor in Arts, Religious Studies
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- Math
- SAT Reading
- English
- +37 subjects
Beverly: Raleigh-Durham SAT test prep instructor
...personal tutor. So I assist students when they are unable to meet with their teacher, clarify concepts the student needs more time on, explain concepts in alternative ways, and review the building blocks that the student needs to complete the tasks at hand. We'll work together so that your student gains skills and confidence. I've enjoyed working with preschoolers to middle schoolers, and high school students are a great group to interact with. Everyone has...
Education & Certification
- NC State Univ. - Bachelors, Electrical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- College Algebra
- GRE
- Arithmetic
- +59 subjects
Julia: Raleigh-Durham SAT test prep instructor
...graduate from Columbia University with a lot of experience in research and writing. My major was Human Rights and I am passionate about the issues that I engage with. I received my associate's degree from Bergen Community College in 2014 and my Bachelors from Columbia in 2017. At Bergen Community, I worked in the tutoring center focusing on assisting students with writing in any subject. I also tutor English and the SAT.
Education & Certification
- Columbia University in the City of New York - Current Undergrad, Human Rights
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- AP Psychology
- 8th Grade Writing
- Elementary School Reading
- +36 subjects
Aaron: Raleigh-Durham SAT test prep instructor
...and ultimately suffered through the SAT and GRE standardized tests, I would love to be able to impart my own knowledge and strategies for these as well. If it's nice out and I'm not tutoring or buried in my textbooks, you will either find me rock climbing at the Triangle Rock Club, playing Ultimate Frisbee, working on my car, or enjoying the great outdoors (beaches, mountains, forests--you name it, I love it). On rainy weekends...
Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at Dallas - Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering
- Duke University - Current Grad Student, Mechanical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- AP Physics 2
- Quantitative Reasoning
- AP Calculus AB
- +39 subjects
Renee: Raleigh-Durham SAT test prep instructor
...been tutoring (and directing tutoring programs) for years and am looking forward to working with you to meet your goals! I have spent nearly every year since college tutoring in some capacity, including as a volunteer through my current church. I enjoy the challenge of discerning the best way for each particular student to understand and absorb information, and am always thrilled to see when they regain their confidence in their own abilities.... I believe that there should be a communal approach to education; being in communication with parents, and even teachers, will go a long way toward helping identify areas of difficulty and collaborating on an effective strategy.
Education & Certification
- Harvard University - Bachelors, History and Literature
- Duke - PHD, Literature
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- SAT Subject Test in United States History
- Elementary School Reading
- Spanish 4
- +60 subjects
Gustav: Raleigh-Durham SAT test prep instructor
...but wherever I go I try to find time to teach or tutor. Whether it's teaching English as a Second Language in Peru, math in Connecticut, or writing in Ypsilanti, I keep teaching in my life because I love the feeling of seeing a student reach a new level. I'm a big fan of designed independent learning, and my experience has taught me that "studying harder" is not always the answer. With each student, I...
Education & Certification
- American University - Bachelors, Political Science and Government
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- Physiology
- SAT Mathematics
- AP Microeconomics
- +53 subjects
Matt: Raleigh-Durham SAT test prep instructor
...FL with a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and a Bachelor of Arts in Nonprofit Administration, along with a minor in Music. I grew up in Winter Springs, FL, and graduated from Winter Springs High School as the Valedictorian of my class in 2011. I have been tutoring math since my sophomore year of high school, and during my time at Stetson University, I worked as a student tutor for the Mathematics Department for three...
Education & Certification
- Stetson University - Bachelors, Mathematics; Nonprofit Administration
- Duke University - Master of Public Policy, Public Policy
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- AP Calculus BC
- ACT Math
- Statistics
- +42 subjects
Mihir: Raleigh-Durham SAT test prep instructor
...to help them reach their potential and to achieve more than they thought they were capable of. Having recently graduated from UNC Chapel Hill with a B.S. in Chemistry with Highest Distinction, I know that hard work and dedication to your education can pay great dividends. I have tutored students from middle school through college-level and had tremendous pleasure of helping over 50 students achieve their potential and dramatically improve their grades and test scores....
Education & Certification
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Current Undergrad, Chemistry - Biochemistry Track
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- Other
- ACT English
- Science
- +57 subjects
Helal: Raleigh-Durham SAT test prep instructor
...year! I have two degrees in pure mathematics and computational physics from Penn State. I started tutoring my junior year of college. I have experience tutoring pre-calculus, calculus I-III, differential equations and basic linear algebra. I mostly worked with college students and motivated high school students. My area of expertise is pure mathematics. Thus, I can comfortably tutor more rigorous and demanding mathematics courses which include proofs ( Real Analysis & Linear/Abstract algebra). I can...
Education & Certification
- Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Doctor of Philosophy, Biostatistics
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- IB Mathematics
- Real Analysis
- Algebra 2
- +57 subjects
Cathleen: Raleigh-Durham SAT test prep instructor
...courses in my 25+ year instructional career. I have worked in formal and informal settings, including independent schools, an urban rim public school, and museums. Recently I completed another master's degreethis time in museum studiesto add to my other two in education. My experience as a competitive fencer and coach, along with my experience of different cultures, help me to connect with students outside the classroom and structure approached tailored to them. I love to...
Education & Certification
- Duke University - Bachelors, Anthropology
- Harvard University - Masters, Mind Brain Education
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- High School Economics
- SAT Subject Test in United States History
- Economics
- +26 subjects
Cheryl: Raleigh-Durham SAT test prep instructor
...had a passion for assisting people in the learning process. I have taught English and ESL on every grade level so I am familiar with the many struggles present in the language. It is my obligation to prepare the future leaders of tomorrow with the most essential component for their success. One will never be completely successful in any field until they master the English language. In addition to my love for languages.I also enjoy...
Education & Certification
- Fayetteville State University - Bachelors, English
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- Middle School Writing
- Study Skills and Organization
- Spanish 1
- +44 subjects
Victoria: Raleigh-Durham SAT test prep instructor
...University of Southern California to study biomedical engineering and economics. I tutor because I'm very passionate about helping others to understand their schoolwork or to "crack the SAT." Seeing the light bulb go off when a student finally gets it is an amazing feeling! Because all of this material is fresh in my mind, I'm able to share personal experiences and give first hand advice on all of the subjects that I tutor. I work...
Education & Certification
- University of Southern California - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- AP Macroeconomics
- GED Social Studies
- Math
- +66 subjects
Marcel: Raleigh-Durham SAT test prep instructor
...that the development of the mind is one of the most important things that an individual can do in order to enhance their overall well-being. Therefore, I am fully engaged in the process of helping individuals to achieve their academic goals, as well as to help them to enjoy the learning process along the way. I have over five years of tutoring experience, and have a 4.9 out of five rating for online services to...
Education & Certification
- Elizabeth City State University - Bachelors, Criminal Justice
- North Carolina Central University - Masters, Public Administration
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- ESL/ELL
- SAT Reading
- ACCUPLACER ESL - Reading Skills
- +39 subjects
Michelle: Raleigh-Durham SAT test prep instructor
...enjoy it. Education has opened up so many doors for me, and this is largely because I was fortunate to have some amazing teachers growing up who made learning fun (or at the very least not miserable). My goal is to do the same for each one of the students who I work with, and find ways to make even the most abstract concepts or complex math problems "click" in a student's mind.... Individualization is key. Find a way to make it "click" for each person that I work with. For some, that means using sports analogies; for others it means creating color-coded diagrams; but the key is always to adapt my instructional approach to how a student learns.
Education & Certification
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Bachelors, Business Administration, Exercise & Sport Science (Minor: Mathematics)
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- ACT
- Economics
- Financial Accounting
- +66 subjects
Joshua: Raleigh-Durham SAT test prep instructor
...primarily at the college level. I hold my Bachelor’s degree in psychology from Furman University and my Master’s degree in cognitive science from Purdue University. I have primarily taught or tutored in psychology and statistics. I also have experience tutoring students in GRE/SAT/ACT test prep. Out of all of these, I especially enjoy tutoring psychology because there are so many fun examples and activities that can be incorporated into learning to help illustrate difficult to...
Education & Certification
- Furman University - Bachelors, Psychology
- Purdue University-Main Campus - Masters, Cognitive Psychology
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- Statistics Graduate Level
- Social Sciences
- SAT Reading
- +18 subjects
Jasmine: Raleigh-Durham SAT test prep instructor
Education & Certification
- NCCU - Bachelor of Education, Elementary School Teaching
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- PRAXIS Elementary School
- Writing
- College English
- +35 subjects
Jack: Raleigh-Durham SAT test prep instructor
...the College of Charleston. I also majored in Business Administration and graduated Magna Cum Laude, top 10% of the business school, and was a member of the Sigma Delta Pi, the National Collegiate Hispanic Honor Society. My passion for the language and culture led me to live in southwest Spain for six months. Throughout my life I've had my fair share of frustration with certain academic subjects (Spanish being one of them), but the right...
Education & Certification
- College of Charleston - Bachelors, Spanish; Business Administration
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- Conversational Spanish
- Spanish
- Criminal Law
- +17 subjects