Award-Winning GRE Tutors serving Honolulu, HI
Award-Winning GRE Tutors serving Honolulu, HI
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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) ...
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Stanford University
Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
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I am eager to help students thrive because I'm still very much a student myself, and will be for the foreseeable future. Though I enjoyed my time as an undergraduate student in Literature, and learned...
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Vanderbilt University
Bachelors in Literature
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I am a graduate of the University of Chicago where I received my undergraduate degree in political science. Right after graduation, I worked as an academic and test prep tutor as well as admissions co...
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University of Chicago
Bachelor in Arts in Political Science
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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, mount...
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The University of Texas at Dallas
Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering
Duke University
Current Grad Student, Mechanical Engineering
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I am not teaching or grading papers, I can usually be found playing some brass instrument or another, umpiring baseball, trying out a new recipe in the kitchen, or spending far too much time on Netfli...
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Harvard University
Bachelor in Arts, Environmental Science and Public Policy
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I am a recent graduate from a masters program in biostatistics at Columbia University. I received my Bachelor of Arts in biological sciences, with a focus in neurobiology at Northwestern University. I...
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Columbia University
Masters in biostatistics
Northwestern University
Bachelor of Arts in biological sciences (focus in neurobiology)
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I am an experienced and dynamic language instructor with a background in literature, history, and math. I have taught students in Spanish, French, and English as a Second-Language, using highly visual...
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The University of Texas at Austin
Bachelor in Arts, Double Major: Spanish Literature; History
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I'm a fourth year medical student at the University of Pennsylvania who is applying to pediatrics residency programs. I graduated in 2006 from Yale University with a bachelors degree in History. I sub...
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University of Pennsylvania
PHD, Medicine and Education
University of Pennsylvania
Master's degree in Education
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I am a firm believer that clear, precise communication between student and tutor makes for a productive and fulfilling learning experience. When I work with students, I strive to listen carefully to f...
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Boston University
PHD, American Studies
Harvard University
Bachelors
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I am a graduate of Washington University in St Louis, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in History with minors in Humanities and Anthropology. Since graduation, I have worked as a tutor, teacher, a...
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Simmons College
Masters, Special Education: Mild to Moderate Disabilities 5-12
Washington University in St. Louis
Bachelor of Arts in History (minors in Humanities and Anthropology)
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Score improvement varies based on your starting point and study effort, but students typically see meaningful gains of 5-15 points per section with focused, personalized instruction. The key is identifying your specific weak areas—whether that's reading comprehension, quantitative reasoning, or analytical writing—and targeting those through strategic practice. A tutor can help you understand which question types trip you up and develop a customized study plan that maximizes your preparation time.
Your first session typically includes a diagnostic assessment to identify your current strengths and weaknesses across all three sections: Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning, and Analytical Writing. Varsity Tutors connects you with a tutor who will review your goals, discuss your timeline for test day, and create a personalized study roadmap. This foundation helps ensure every subsequent session builds directly toward your target score.
Pacing is one of the most common GRE challenges because the test rewards both accuracy and speed. Expert tutors teach strategic approaches like identifying easier vs. harder questions within each section, knowing when to skip and come back, and practicing with realistic time constraints. Regular timed practice tests help you internalize the rhythm of the exam and build confidence so you're not rushing through questions on test day.
That depends on your target score and which sections are currently weaker. Many test-takers find Verbal Reasoning more challenging because it requires nuanced reading comprehension and vocabulary in context, while others struggle with Quantitative problem-solving. A tutor can assess where you stand and recommend a balanced study plan, though most students benefit from spending extra time on their weaker section while maintaining skills in their stronger one.
While the Analytical Writing section doesn't carry as much weight as Verbal and Quantitative for most graduate programs, many schools do review these scores. The two essays—Analyze an Issue and Analyze an Argument—require you to think critically and communicate clearly under time pressure. Tutors help you master the essay structure, develop compelling arguments, and practice writing within the 30-minute time limit so you can produce polished responses consistently.
Most test prep experts recommend taking 4-6 full-length practice tests under realistic conditions as part of your preparation. This gives you multiple opportunities to practice pacing, identify patterns in your mistakes, and build test-day stamina. A tutor can help you space these tests strategically throughout your study timeline, review your performance after each one, and adjust your focus areas based on what the results reveal.
Most students benefit from 8-12 weeks of consistent preparation, though your ideal timeline depends on your starting score and target score. If you're aiming for a competitive program, you may want 3-4 months to allow time for deep skill-building and practice. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who can help you create a realistic study schedule that fits your life in Honolulu and ensures you're ready to perform on test day.
Test anxiety is common, but it's manageable with the right preparation and mindset strategies. Taking multiple practice tests under timed conditions helps desensitize you to the pressure and builds confidence in your abilities. Tutors also teach breathing techniques, positive self-talk, and strategies for staying focused when you encounter a difficult question, so you can approach test day feeling prepared rather than panicked.
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