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6+ years
Mimi
I am an interdisciplinary educator with an Ed.M. from the Harvard Graduate School of Education and a B.A. from Dartmouth College. My background is primarily in integrated arts learning and museum education and I specialize in visual arts, history and art history, and object-based learning. In all su...
Harvard University
Masters in Education, Education
Dartmouth College
B.A.

Certified Tutor
10+ years
Aaron
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 I enjoy tinkering with computers and old e...
The University of Texas at Dallas
Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering
Duke University
Current Grad Student, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Nina
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. In August, I will be starting a doctoral program in biostatistics at NYU. I was a teaching assistant ...
Columbia University
Masters in biostatistics
Northwestern University
Bachelor of Arts in biological sciences (focus in neurobiology)
Columbia University in the City of New York
Current Grad Student, Biostatistics
Certified Tutor
I am a graduate of Wesleyan University, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with High Honors. With eight years of experience working in education, I've tutored students in math, science, history, and English, as well as helped students prepare for standardized tests. I've guided adults...
Harvard University
PHD, Education
Wesleyan University
Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
Certified Tutor
Charles
I am a junior Mechanical Engineering major at Yale, and I hope to become a Naval Aviator after college. I am also a varsity sailor, and enjoy playing music with friends when I can get some free time. I have been tutoring my fellow students throughout my entire academic career, and I would best descr...
Yale University
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
Liz
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, and director of tutors at a charter public middle school in Boston. During this time I also received ...
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)
Certified Tutor
Michelle
I am proud to be a part of Varsity Tutors! I am originally from San Antonio, TX; I completed my undergraduate education at Rice University in Houston where I received a bachelor's degree in Biochemistry and Cell Biology. Currently, I am in my second year of medical school at Baylor College of Medici...
Baylor College of Medicine
Current Grad Student, M.D.
Rice University
Bachelor's in Biochemistry and Cell Biology
Certified Tutor
8+ years
Solange
I'm Solange - a recent graduate from Harvard where I studied Sociology & Women's Studies. I've been tutoring for eight years now, and have worked with a wide range of ages and in a wide range of subjects. Some of my specialties are college prep/test taking II worked in the admissions office on campu...
Harvard University
Bachelor in Arts (Sociology & Women's Studies)
Certified Tutor
Christopher
I am a rising sophomore at Harvard College and am about to declare as a Mechanical Engineering concentrator, working towards a Bachelor of Science degree. I've always enjoyed sharing my knowledge with my peers and those around me and have done so in both formal and informal settings. I've been a tut...
Harvard College
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Justin
I am an aspiring applied mathematician, with particular interest in image processing and climate science. I graduated in May 2017 from Washington University in St. Louis with a bachelor's in physics and mathematics, and am beginning a PhD program in September 2017 at the University of Chicago in Com...
Washington University in St. Louis
Bachelor's in Physics and Mathematics
University of Chicago
Doctor of Philosophy, Computational Mathematics
Certified Tutor
Elena
I am a graduate of McGill University (BA First Class Honors) and the University of Edinburgh (MSc First Class Honors with Distinction) with over eight years of tutoring experience. I am currently a curriculum developer for a company which creates relatable and culturally-literate courses for middle ...
University of Edinburgh
Masters, Biblical Studies
Mcgill University
Bachelor in Arts, Religious Studies
Certified Tutor
James
I am currently a senior at Harvard College where I study chemistry, and I'll be attending Columbia Medical School next year. I have years of experience tutoring college students in math (mostly calculus) and chemistry including both general and organic chemistry. In addition, I am very familiar with...
Harvard University
Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry
Certified Tutor
Justin
I am a graduate of the University of Chicago where I received my Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy. Currently, I am in the master's program at the University of New Mexico where I am continuing my education in philosophy. Ultimately, I hope to go on to earn a PhD in Philosophy so that I can continue en...
University of Chicago
Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy
University of New Mexico-Main Campus
Current Grad Student, Philosophy
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Andrew
I am comfortable tutoring math subjects up to multivariable calculus and differential equations, as well as college physics.
University of North Texas
Bachelor of Science, Physics
Vanderbilt University
Doctor of Philosophy, Biomedical Engineering
Certified Tutor
10+ years
I am excited to be home and help fellow straphangers on their educational paths! My largest wealth of tutoring experience is in foreign languages--particularly French--but I also feel very comfortable editing essays of any kind and working through standardized test concepts. My availability is extre...
Brown University
Bachelors
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam is a standardized test that engineers take early in their careers to demonstrate competency in engineering fundamentals. It's typically the first step toward becoming a Professional Engineer (PE) and is required or recommended for engineering students and recent graduates in Illinois, including those from Chicago's many engineering programs. The exam covers a broad range of topics including mathematics, physics, chemistry, and discipline-specific engineering content.
Most candidates benefit from 3-6 months of focused preparation, depending on their engineering background and familiarity with the exam format. With personalized 1-on-1 instruction, you can create a study plan tailored to your specific knowledge gaps rather than spending time reviewing material you already know. Many Chicago engineering students find that consistent, targeted tutoring sessions help them cover the breadth of content more efficiently than self-study alone.
Students typically struggle most with thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and the breadth of mathematics required—particularly differential equations and advanced calculus applications. Many also find the transition from classroom problem-solving to the exam's time-pressured, multiple-choice format challenging. Personalized tutoring helps you identify which specific concepts need reinforcement and develop strategies to work through complex problems efficiently under exam conditions.
One-on-one instruction allows tutors to diagnose exactly where your understanding breaks down—whether it's foundational math skills, specific engineering concepts, or test-taking strategy—and focus time there rather than reviewing material you've mastered. Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who understand the FE Exam's scope and can help you work through practice problems, build confidence in weak areas, and develop time management skills for exam day. This targeted approach is far more efficient than trying to cover 8+ hours of exam content on your own.
Your first session is an assessment and planning meeting. The tutor will discuss your engineering background, review which FE Exam topics feel strongest and weakest, and understand your timeline and goals. Together, you'll create a personalized study plan that prioritizes the content areas where you need the most support, ensuring your tutoring time is spent as efficiently as possible.
Look for tutors with a strong engineering background—ideally a bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field—and direct experience preparing students for the FE Exam. Many expert tutors have themselves passed the FE and gone on to earn their Professional Engineer (PE) license, giving them insight into both the exam and its real-world applications. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who have proven expertise in FE Exam content and test preparation strategies.
Practice problems are essential—they help you apply concepts, build speed, and get comfortable with the exam's format and question styles. Working through problems with a tutor is particularly valuable because they can explain your mistakes in real-time, help you understand where your reasoning went wrong, and show you more efficient solution methods. This immediate feedback accelerates learning far more than reviewing practice problems on your own.
The FE Exam is scored on a scale, and the passing score is set to ensure that candidates demonstrate competency in fundamental engineering knowledge. While exact passing rates vary by discipline, the majority of well-prepared candidates pass on their first attempt. With focused preparation and personalized tutoring that targets your specific weak areas, you can significantly improve your chances of passing and achieving a strong score.
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