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2+ years
Everybody learns, and everybody learns differently. The importance of pedagogy, the practice of teaching, cannot be overstated. It is not enough to share knowledge; knowledge must be communicated. This is the philosophy by which I have tutored and by which I currently tutor. With 4th grade students ...
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Certified Tutor
2+ years
I am a personable and enthusiastic educator with more than a decade of tutoring and classroom teaching experience. I started as a peer tutor in high school and continued working as a tutor and Teaching Assistant in college. After receiving a degree in Biochemistry from NYU, I joined the Peace Corps,...
New York University
Undergraduate Degree
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Alicia
As a dedicated tutor with a Master's degree in Social Work from Columbia University, I am passionate about fostering personal growth and academic success in my students. I employ a student-centered approach that emphasizes empathy and understanding. My goal is to create a supportive learning environ...
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I am a licensed physician from Florida who is currently changing careers. I graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 2009 and have extensive tutoring and editing experience. While a student, I became a certified writing tutor through the Critical Writing Department. Since I completed my writ...
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Bachelors, History
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undergraduate
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Jai
I'm a recent Stanford graduate (Electrical Engineering and Computer Science), and have been working at a major Management Consulting firm for a few years now. I personally scored a 2360 (out of 2400) on the SAT and 35 on the ACT and was successful in gaining admission to several top universities. I'...
Stanford University
Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
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Kate
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 ...
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Bachelors
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6+ years
Jeffrey
I am enrolled in the Mechanical Engineering PhD program at Rice University which will begin Fall 2020, and I am hoping to return to academia as a professor after earning my PhD. In the meantime, I am looking to share my passion for gaining knowledge, specifically in STEM, by educating the up and com...
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor of Science
Rice University
Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Rhea
I am a current student at the University of Chicago. I am working towards a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences, and I am on the pre-medical track. I am extremely passionate about tutoring, and I have several years of experience tutoring students in my high school's learning center in various...
University of Chicago
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
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Erika
I am available to tutor middle and high school math, history and test prep. I have tutored math and history in the past and I previously taught a test prep course at a school in Hanoi, Vietnam. I have a lot of experience teaching all the need-to-know tricks to doing great on the SATS/ACTS! When I am...
Harvard University
Master of Public Policy, Public Policy
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9+ years
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Bachelor of Science (Economics and Computer Science)
Yale School of Management
Current Undergrad Student, Business Administration and Management
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Frequently Asked Questions
A 5-week GRE prep class is designed to give you focused, intensive preparation across all three sections: Quantitative Reasoning, Verbal Reasoning, and Analytical Writing. The curriculum typically covers test-taking strategies, question formats, timing techniques, and targeted practice on your weakest areas. With a condensed timeline, the focus is on efficient learning and maximum score improvement in a short period.
Score improvement depends on your starting point and how much you practice outside of class. Students who are disciplined with their study schedule typically see improvements of 10-50 points on the 260-340 scale, though some see more. The key is identifying your weak sections early and dedicating extra practice time to those areas. Tutors can help you create a personalized study plan that maximizes gains in your limited timeframe.
Pacing is one of the biggest challenges on the GRE, and tutors teach you specific strategies for each section—like knowing when to skip difficult questions and come back, how to allocate time across passage-based reading, and techniques for managing the quantitative section's varied question types. Practice tests under timed conditions are essential, and tutors help you analyze where you're losing time and adjust your approach accordingly.
Many test-takers find verbal reasoning more challenging, especially if English isn't your first language. Tutors can diagnose whether your struggle is with vocabulary, reading comprehension, or understanding question logic, then tailor your prep accordingly. In a 5-week timeframe, focusing extra sessions on verbal while maintaining your math skills through independent practice is a smart strategy to balance your preparation.
Taking at least 3-4 full-length practice tests during your 5-week prep is ideal—ideally one every 1-2 weeks. The official GRE practice tests are most valuable since they match the real exam format exactly. Tutors can help you review your results to identify patterns in mistakes, whether they're careless errors, timing issues, or knowledge gaps, so you can focus your remaining study time effectively.
The Analytical Writing section is often overlooked but accounts for 25% of your score. In a 5-week prep, dedicate at least one focused session to understanding the two essay types (Issue and Argument), learning the scoring rubric, and practicing timed essays. Tutors can provide feedback on your writing to help you develop a clear structure and argument analysis skills that scorers look for.
Test anxiety is common, and tutors help by building your confidence through repeated exposure to real question formats and timed practice. Developing a pre-test routine, learning breathing techniques, and understanding that you don't need a perfect score to succeed can all help. Tutors also teach you how to stay calm when you encounter a difficult question—knowing when to move on is a powerful confidence builder.
Personalized 1-on-1 prep is tailored to your specific strengths, weaknesses, and test date. Instead of following a one-size-fits-all curriculum, a tutor can spend more time on your problem areas, adjust the pace based on your learning speed, and create a study schedule that fits your life. For a compressed 5-week timeline, this targeted approach is especially valuable in maximizing your score improvement.
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