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6+ years
Emma
As a current nursing student, teaching is part of what I do every day-- from educating parents on child development to helping seniors understand the pathophysiology of diabetes, and even helping classmates with homework. I love being able to share my love of learning with others, and I hope to be a...
Resurrection University
Current Undergrad, Nursing
Certified Tutor
7+ years
Holly
I have been in the real estate industry for more than 25 years. I thoroughly enjoy teaching professionals transitioning into real estate. I feel my pragmatic approach as an instructor ensures the students learn the prerequisite course material to successfully become licensed real estate agents. I us...
University
Bachelor's
Certified Tutor
8+ years
Abigail
I've been tutoring with Varsity Tutors for over 2 years, mostly as an ACT/SAT and K-12 English tutor. Although, I'm also comfortable teaching many social sciences, history, and humanities subjects. Previously, I also volunteered as an adult ESL tutor and taught 4th and 5th grade reading and math rem...
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Bachelor in Arts, English
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Dan
I am a former high schools physics teacher and current graduate student in mathematics.I've had experience tutoring math subjects since my undergraduate days-- in a distant epoch-- and was lucky enough to teach the first AP Physics course at a high school in Florida.I believe that my approach to tea...
Thomas Edison State College
Bachelors, Natural Science/Math
The University of West Florida
Current Grad Student, Math
Certified Tutor
5+ years
Sampada
I am a graduate of the University of Houston where I double majored in Honors Biomedical Sciences and Public Health. I recently completed my Master of Science, and will be attending medical s book in July. I have been tutoring for many years in a broad range of subjects, and I love working with stud...
University of North Texas Health Science Center
Master of Science, Biomedical Sciences
University of Houston
Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Sciences
Certified Tutor
Ruth
I am a high school English teacher, currently working primarily with 10th grade students. I have previously worked at middle and elementary schools as well. I graduated from the University of Chicago in 2016 with a B.A. in English and Theatre. I then got my M.S.Ed from Northwestern. I have worked wi...
University of Chicago
Bachelor in Arts, English Lang./Lit. and Theatre and Performance Studies
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Marlee
I have a love for learning and a love for teaching. I have my Master's degree in Special Education, Learning Behavior Specialist I (LBS1) and Secondary English Language Arts certifications. My Bachelor's degree is in English from Northeastern University. I am also a Certified Behavior Instructor for...
DePaul University
Masters, Special Education
Northeastern University
Bachelors, English
Certified Tutor
Chinedu
Over the past decade, I have done paid and voluntary tutoring of Chemical Engineering and Math courses in both one-on-one and classroom settings. However, I particularly enjoy tutoring Math and my students often wish I were the actual professor for the course.Furthermore, I have a very strong backgr...
Federal University of Technology, Owerri
Bachelors, Chemical Engineering
University of Houston
Current Grad Student, Chemical Engineering
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Francesca
I am an attorney who graduated from Hofstra Law in 2023. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Business Management from Farmingdale State College and graduated in 2019. Prior to going into law, I was a biology major and worked at a dental surgeon's office for four years. I am passionate about teaching other...
Adelphi University
Current Undergrad, Biology, General
Certified Tutor
Karen
I am a 5th grade teacher at Palm Lane Elementary. I have been working with children since I was 16 and have been teaching for 4 years. I am originally from Chicago and completed my bachelor degree at Michigan State University. I majored in Education and minored in ESL and English. I also have a spec...
Michigan State University
Bachelor in Arts, Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
A High School Applications tutor guides students through the entire college preparation process, including essay writing, application strategy, transcript review, and understanding admission requirements. For students in Murrieta, this means personalized support tailored to the schools and programs they're targeting, whether that's UC schools, private universities, or community colleges. Tutors help students present their strongest profile and navigate deadlines effectively.
Most students benefit from starting in junior year or early senior year to allow time for strategic planning and multiple essay drafts. However, sophomores interested in building a strong academic foundation or juniors with tight timelines can still see significant improvement with focused tutoring. Starting earlier reduces stress and allows for thoughtful decision-making rather than rushed applications.
Students often struggle with essay writing—crafting authentic, compelling narratives that stand out—and understanding how to strategically present their achievements and experiences. Many also feel overwhelmed by managing multiple applications, deadlines, and requirements across different schools. Personalized tutoring addresses these challenges by breaking the process into manageable steps and providing targeted feedback on essays and overall strategy.
Yes. Tutors work with students to develop strong essay ideas, organize their thoughts, and refine their writing through multiple drafts. Rather than writing essays for students, tutors teach the skills and strategies that help students craft genuine, compelling narratives that admissions officers want to read. This approach not only improves essays but builds confidence in the student's own voice.
Tutors help students evaluate schools based on academics, campus culture, location, financial aid, and program offerings—creating a balanced list of reach, target, and safety schools. They guide students through research and self-reflection to identify schools where they're genuinely interested and a good fit. This strategic approach reduces application stress and increases the likelihood of acceptance to schools where students will thrive.
In the first session, a tutor will learn about your student's academic background, goals, timeline, and schools of interest. They'll assess where your student is in the application process and identify the biggest priorities—whether that's essay writing, application strategy, or managing multiple deadlines. This foundation allows the tutor to create a personalized plan tailored to your student's needs.
While school counselors provide valuable general guidance, they typically work with hundreds of students and have limited time for individual attention. Personalized tutoring offers focused, one-on-one support where a tutor can deeply understand your student's unique strengths, goals, and challenges. This allows for detailed essay feedback, strategic planning specific to your student's situation, and ongoing support throughout the entire application cycle.
Many students see meaningful progress in essay quality and application strategy within 2-4 weeks of consistent tutoring. However, the full benefit comes from sustained work over several months—allowing time for multiple essay drafts, application refinement, and strategic planning. Students who start early and work consistently with a tutor typically feel more confident, organized, and better positioned for strong outcomes.
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