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I'm a computer science major at Penn State with a lot of application-oriented programming experience, but also academic experience. Some highlights include 1560 on the SAT and 5 on AP Comp Sci A.
I'm a huge Red Sox fan and love watching detective shows when I have free time.
I'm a current medical student at the University of Arizona College of Medicine with undergraduate degrees from Washington and Lee in chemical engineering and anthropology. I have extensive experience in tutoring and teaching since 2010, and am ready to help you with your learning needs! I focus on standardized testing (SAT/ACT) and also tutor in a wide range of math, English, and Spanish classes. In my free time, I like to run, do CrossFit, volunteer, and watch TV!
I am currently a resident physician at Northwestern Hospital.
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 subjects, I take a creative, inquiry-based and learner-centered approach, designing opportunities for each unique individual to meet their learning goals.
I am happy to accommodate and work with learners on the spectrum.
I'm Anna! I'm currently a student in the MD/MBA program between Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine and the Kellogg School of Management, and graduated from Northwestern University as part of the Honors Program in Medical Education. I attended the Bergen County Academies in New Jersey, a selective, application-based magnet school, for high school.
Currently a second-year law student at the University of Chicago, Elena tackled the LSAT recently enough to remember exactly where the logic games and conditional reasoning trips people up. She teaches Analytical Reasoning by breaking each game into setup diagrams and inference chains, so students stop staring at the board and start eliminating answers with confidence. Her perfect 1600 SAT speaks to her comfort with high-stakes standardized tests, and her 4.9 rating shows that approach translates to her students.
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 at Columbia University in my department and also have tutored graduate students and undergraduates privately as well. My primary areas of tutoring are math and statistics coursework in addition to math sections on standardized tests such as the GRE and GMAT. I am very passionate about helping students feel more confident and excited about math. In my spare time, I enjoy running, playing piano, and spending time with friends and family.
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 Medicine.
I am currently attending New York University where I am pursuing a degree in Finance and Statistics. I have previous experience tutoring individuals in math, a subject I have always excelled at academically. My knowledge and interest in mathematics, makes it easy for me to frame and deconstruct seemingly complicated concepts and theories in ways students will be able to understand and remember. Outside of academia I enjoy playing tennis, going to movies, and spending time with friends and family.
I am a first year medical student at the Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University. I have been a private tutor in the past in subjects such as math, biology, chemistry, and the SATs and every single one of my more than twenty students have shown significant improvement. Most importantly, I have a passion for teaching, and your needs and preferences as the learner will always be paramount. I hope to help every one of my students reach every bit of their potential, and along the way, to utterly shatter any self-induced limitations that have been placed upon what they can accomplish.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Score improvement depends on your starting point and study commitment, but most students see meaningful gains with personalized instruction focused on their weak areas. Many students improve by 5-10 points or more when working with a tutor who identifies specific patterns in their mistakes—whether that's reading comprehension timing, logic games strategy, or logical reasoning question types. The key is targeted practice rather than just more hours studying.
Your first session typically includes a diagnostic assessment to understand your current skill level, identify which sections need the most work, and discuss your target law school and score goals. A tutor will review your test-taking approach, spot any strategy gaps, and create a personalized study plan. This foundation helps ensure every future session builds directly toward your specific weaknesses rather than generic test prep.
Logic games are one of the most learnable LSAT sections—they follow predictable patterns once you understand the setup and diagramming strategies. A tutor can teach you the specific notation systems and game types (sequencing, grouping, etc.), then guide you through timed practice to build speed and accuracy. Many students jump into games too quickly without mastering the fundamentals; personalized instruction ensures you build the right foundation before racing the clock.
Reading comprehension success comes down to active reading, understanding question types, and managing your time across four dense passages. A tutor can teach you how to identify main ideas and argument structure quickly, distinguish between different question formats (main point vs. inference vs. detail), and develop a pacing strategy that works for your reading speed. Many students waste time re-reading passages; the right approach focuses on strategic note-taking and efficient question analysis.
Most students benefit from 2-4 months of consistent study with tutoring sessions 1-3 times per week, though your timeline depends on your starting score and target. A tutor helps you use study time efficiently by focusing on high-impact practice rather than grinding through unlimited materials. Between sessions, you'll typically spend 10-15 hours per week on practice tests, timed drills, and review—quality preparation matters more than total hours.
Practice tests are essential because they simulate real test conditions, reveal your timing patterns, and show exactly which question types trip you up. Taking full, timed practice tests helps you build stamina for the actual exam and identify whether your mistakes come from strategy gaps or careless errors. A tutor can review your practice test results to pinpoint trends—like consistently missing inference questions or running out of time on games—and adjust your study plan accordingly.
Test anxiety often stems from uncertainty about what to expect or lack of confidence in your approach—both things tutoring directly addresses. By practicing under timed conditions, mastering test strategies, and building a track record of improvement through practice tests, you develop genuine confidence rather than just positive thinking. A tutor also helps you develop pacing strategies and mental approaches that keep you calm when you encounter a tough section on test day.
Look for tutors with strong LSAT scores themselves (typically 170+), law school experience, and a track record of helping students improve. Beyond credentials, the best tutors understand the test's logic deeply—they can explain why an answer is correct, not just that it is—and adapt their teaching to your learning style. For students in Des Moines, connecting with an experienced LSAT tutor means getting instruction from someone who knows the test inside and out and can customize their approach to your goals.
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