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7+ years
John
I am a graduate of Loyola Marymount University. I received my Bachelor of Science in Biology and played four years of Division 1 soccer. I will be attending medical school in Fall 2019 at Creighton University. With 7 years of tutoring under my belt, 4 of which included working as a peer tutor for LM...
Loyola Marymount University
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Certified Tutor
10+ years
Michael
University of California-Davis
Bachelors, Chinese/Communications
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Kiersten
I am a junior studying Writing for Screen and Television at the University of Southern California's School of Cinematic Arts. For the past two spring semesters I worked as a CollegeSpring Mentor, tutoring Green Dot Charter high school juniors for the SAT and teaching them predatory skills for colleg...
University
Bachelor's
Certified Tutor
Zhenrui
I am a BS/MS student at Columbia University studying Electrical engineering and also following the premed curriculum. After my undergraduate, I hope to pursue an MD-PhD and work in a teaching/research hospital as a physician-engineer.
Columbia University in the City of New York
Bachelors, Electrical Engineering
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Brian
I'm a recent graduate of the California Institute of Technology in Economics and Computer Science. I was also accepted at Harvard, Princeton, MIT, and Stanford. I have a broad range of interests spanning science, math, engineering, social science, the humanities, the arts, and athletics (I also play...
University of California-Santa Cruz
PHD, Technology & Information Mgmt (Indef. deferred)
California Institute of Technology
Bachelors in Economics and Computer Science
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Gray
I am a recent graduate of the University of Virginia living in Los Angeles. While at UVA, I earned a 3.95 GPA and graduated my major program with Highest Distinction. I have eight years of tutoring experience (including starting my own tutoring program) and have worked with students of all ages. I'm...
University of Virginia-Main Campus
Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Ari
I'm Arian. I graduated from Wesleyan University with degrees in English and Environmental Studies, with a focus on creative writing. For my senior thesis, I wrote a 50-page epic poem that intertwined the geobiological evolution of the earth with my family history.
Wesleyan University
Bachelors, English and Environmental Studies
Certified Tutor
14+ years
Naama
I'm a New York transplant to LA, and a freelance composer and musician by nature. I am an artist and a teacher-- these are my two passions! I'm also a translator, linguistics nerd, avid reader, and fabulous teacher. I went to NYU and studied Linguistics, and am continuing my studies for an Applied L...
New York University
Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
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Alexander
I am currently a doctoral student at the University of Southern California, and I completed earlier degrees at the Juilliard School in New York and at La Sierra University in Riverside, CA. At La Sierra as an undergrad, I received dual degrees with honors in violin and mathematics, both of which hav...
The Juilliard School
Masters, Viola
La Sierra University
Bachelors, Mathematics
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Michael
I am a recent graduate of New York University's Tisch School of the Arts where I received my B.F.A. in Drama with a minor in Applied Theatre. During my time at NYU, I studied at the Atlantic Acting School and the Experimental Theatre Wing, sang in a choir called Drama Cantorum, and co-founded a nati...
New York University
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Drama
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Jerome
I'm Jerome and I hope I can help in your academic journey. As someone who's received tutoring before, I hope I can help students, not only learn the subject matter, but the study and thinking skills to succeed academically. By learning the skills, you can gain the confidence to pursue other endeavor...
University of California-Berkeley
Bachelor in Arts, Cellular and Molecular Biology
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Jack
I'm an undergraduate at UC Berkeley with two years currently under my belt and the intention to double major in anthropology and biology. My focus is on understanding human biological and social origins through analysis of human artifacts, biological remains, and environmental reconstruction, with a...
University of California-Berkeley
Current Undergrad, Double in Integrative Biology and Anthropology
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Sarah
I am currently a sophomore at NYU studying English and Journalism. However, I can help with almost any subject, including math and science, as I took advanced-level courses and 13 AP tests in high school. I have years of experience tutoring students of all ages, from elementary school through high s...
New York University
Bachelor in Arts, Journalism
Certified Tutor
Will
I'm an avid reader, musician, outdoors-enthusiast, chef, and movie-watcher.
University of Oklahoma Norman Campus
Bachelor in Arts, Letters, International Studies
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Ben
I am willing to invest the amount of time needed to polishing developing writers and students so that they come away with more than just a corrected essay or some more grammar knowledge; I am seeking to help them hear their own voice in their writing and bring that with them to the next step in thei...
University of California-Santa Barbara
Bachelors, English
Biola University
Current Grad Student, Philosophy
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Frequently Asked Questions
Score improvement depends on your starting point and how consistently you engage with tutoring. Many students see meaningful gains—typically 50-100+ points—within 8-12 weeks of focused preparation, especially when working on specific weak areas like reading comprehension or quantitative reasoning. The key is identifying exactly where you're losing points and developing targeted strategies rather than studying everything broadly.
Your first session focuses on assessment and strategy. A tutor will review your practice test scores, understand your goals, and identify which sections (Verbal, Math, or Reading) need the most work. You'll also discuss your test timeline and learn about the SSAT format if you're new to it, so your tutor can create a personalized study plan that fits your schedule.
Pacing is one of the biggest challenges on the SSAT because you have limited time for each section. Tutors teach strategies like identifying easier questions first, knowing when to skip difficult problems, and using time-saving techniques for different question types. Practice tests are essential—they help you build an internal clock and get comfortable with the rhythm of the test before test day.
That depends on your diagnostic results. Many students find Reading Comprehension challenging because it requires both speed and deep understanding, while Math tends to be more straightforward once you know the concepts. Your tutor will analyze your practice test data to determine where you're losing the most points, then allocate study time accordingly—though strong test-takers typically balance both sections.
Test anxiety often stems from uncertainty about what to expect or feeling unprepared. Regular practice tests, familiarity with question formats, and proven test-taking strategies build genuine confidence—not just motivation. Tutors also teach calming techniques and help you develop a pre-test routine, so you walk into the testing center feeling ready rather than nervous.
Most students benefit from taking 4-6 full practice tests under timed conditions during their preparation period. The first one serves as a diagnostic to identify weak areas, while subsequent tests help you track progress and refine your strategies. Your tutor will recommend a testing schedule based on your start date and target score, spacing them out so you have time to learn from mistakes between attempts.
The Verbal section tests vocabulary and analogies, which require both word knowledge and logical thinking. Many students struggle because they haven't seen certain vocabulary words before or don't understand how to work through analogy relationships systematically. Tutors teach proven approaches for tackling analogies even when you don't know every word, plus vocabulary strategies that go beyond memorization.
Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who have deep expertise in standardized test prep and understand the SSAT format inside and out. They're experienced at identifying exactly where students get stuck and teaching the specific strategies that move scores. When you get matched with a tutor, you can review their background and experience to ensure they're the right fit for your goals.
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