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Max

Certified Tutor

Max

Masters, Public History
Max's other Tutor Subjects
9th-12th Grade math
College Algebra
Calculus
Algebra

Graduate-level history training means writing constantly — seminar papers, thesis chapters, archival analyses — and Max brings that revision-heavy process to essay writing instruction. He teaches students how to build an argument from a clear thesis statement, structure supporting paragraphs with ev...

Education

University of South Carolina

Masters, Public History

New College of Florida

Bachelors, History

Test Scores
SAT
1550
Alana

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Alana

Bachelor's
Alana's other Tutor Subjects
1st-12th Grade Writing
1st-12th Grade Reading
6th-10th Grade English
6th-8th Grade Chemistry

A strong essay starts with a clear argument, not a five-paragraph formula. Alana's training at Yale in the History of Science, Medicine, and Public Health required constant analytical writing — constructing thesis-driven arguments from complex sources — and she brings that same rigor to teaching stu...

Education

Yale University

Bachelor's

Kate

Certified Tutor

Kate

Masters, Environmental Engineering
Kate's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
College Algebra
Pre-Calculus

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 ...

Education

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Masters, Environmental Engineering

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Bachelors

Test Scores
SAT
1580
Jai

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Jai

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Jai's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Electrical Engineering
ACT Writing

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'...

Education

Stanford University

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

Test Scores
SAT
1590
ACT
35
Jessica

Certified Tutor

Jessica

PHD, Medicine
Jessica's other Tutor Subjects
College Algebra
Calculus
Algebra
Honors Chemistry

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...

Education

Nova Southeastern University

PHD, Medicine

University of Pennsylvania

Bachelors, History

University of Pennsylvania

undergraduate

Test Scores
SAT
1540
Jeffrey

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Jeffrey

Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering
Jeffrey's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Calculus
Geometry
Calculus
Algebra

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...

Education

University of Notre Dame

Bachelor of Science

Rice University

Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering

Test Scores
ACT
34
Rhea

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Rhea

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Rhea's other Tutor Subjects
AP Statistics
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra

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...

Education

University of Chicago

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1550
ACT
36
Erika

Certified Tutor

Erika

Master of Public Policy, Public Policy
Erika's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

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...

Education

Harvard University

Master of Public Policy, Public Policy

Test Scores
ACT
32
Sami

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Sami

Bachelor of Science (Economics and Computer Science)
Sami's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Statistics
Geometry
Calculus

I am a Duke University graduate in Economics and Computer Science. I am currently pursuing an MBA degree at the Yale School of Management. I have worked in the financial field, both at a management consulting firm and a fortune 500 company. My hobbies include playing and coaching soccer.

Education

Duke University

Bachelor of Science (Economics and Computer Science)

Yale School of Management

Current Undergrad Student, Business Administration and Management

Test Scores
ACT
35
Annie

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Annie

Current Grad Student, MD
Annie's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

I am currently a second year medical student. I was a Physiological Sciences major at UCLA (class of 2015), and pursued research during my gap year between undergrad and medical school.

Education

University of California Los Angeles

Bachelors, Physiological Sciences

Drexel University College of Medicine

Current Grad Student, MD

Test Scores
SAT
1540

Frequently Asked Questions

Varsity Tutors connects students in Reno with tutors who specialize in all aspects of essay writing—from thesis development and argumentation to structure, style, and revision. Whether you're working on persuasive essays, literary analysis, research papers, or timed writing assignments, tutors provide personalized feedback on your drafts and help you strengthen your writing voice and clarity.

A writing tutor works with you to clarify your main argument and build an essay structure that supports it effectively. They'll help you brainstorm ideas, create outlines, and ensure your introduction, body paragraphs, and conclusion work together logically. This personalized guidance is especially valuable because tutors can address your specific organizational challenges rather than teaching generic formulas.

Yes—many students find that working with a tutor makes the writing process less intimidating. Tutors can help you break through writer's block by asking guiding questions, helping you organize your thoughts before drafting, and teaching revision strategies that go beyond surface-level editing. Regular feedback from a tutor also builds confidence in your own writing abilities.

Grammar focuses on correctness—punctuation, sentence structure, and word choice rules. Style and voice are about how you express ideas uniquely and effectively. A writing tutor helps with both: they'll catch grammar errors, but they'll also work with you to develop a stronger, more authentic writing voice and help you understand when breaking grammar rules intentionally can strengthen your writing.

Absolutely. Tutors can teach you how to properly cite sources in MLA, APA, Chicago, or other formats, and help you integrate quotes and paraphrases smoothly into your essays. They'll explain not just the rules, but why citation matters for academic integrity, so you understand the purpose behind the format.

Literary analysis requires both strong reading comprehension and essay writing skills. Tutors help you develop interpretations of texts, find evidence from the literature to support your claims, and construct arguments about theme, character, symbolism, or literary devices. They provide personalized feedback on how well your analysis connects textual evidence to your thesis.

In your first session, a tutor will typically ask about the type of writing you're working on, what challenges you face, and what your goals are. They may review a sample of your writing or discuss an upcoming assignment. This conversation helps the tutor understand your needs so they can tailor future sessions to help you improve most effectively.

With an average student-teacher ratio of 18.9:1 in Reno schools, many students don't get individualized feedback on their writing in the classroom. Personalized tutoring fills that gap by providing one-on-one attention focused specifically on your writing strengths and areas for growth, helping you develop skills that transfer across all your classes.

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