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I have a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the College of Southern Nevada, where I graduated Magna Cum Laude in May 2015. I also earned a minor in Mathematics, which gave me a great foundation in both math and science. I am passionate about helping students understand math and scien...
College of Southern Nevada
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2+ years
Matthew
While I attended Culver Military Academy, I developed a passion for argumentative writing which served me well in my APLAC and AP Government courses. From there, I went on to receive my Bachelor's from Hobart & William Smith Colleges, double majoring in English and Media and double minoring in Histo...
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2+ years
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undergraduate
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Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
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Harvard University
Master of Public Policy, Public Policy
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6+ years
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AP Language and Composition focuses on developing your ability to analyze and write persuasive arguments. You'll study rhetoric—how authors use language strategically to persuade audiences—and learn to craft your own compelling essays. The course emphasizes close reading of complex texts, understanding rhetorical devices, and mastering timed writing under pressure, all skills tested on the May AP exam.
The exam is 3 hours long and consists of two sections: a 1-hour multiple-choice section with about 52 questions on reading passages, and a 2-hour free-response section with three essays (Rhetorical Analysis, Argument, and Synthesis). Success requires both strong analytical reading skills and the ability to write polished essays quickly, which is why many students benefit from targeted practice with pacing strategies.
Students often struggle with time management during the exam—especially completing three essays in two hours while maintaining quality. Many also find rhetorical analysis difficult at first, as it requires identifying not just what an author says, but how and why they say it. Additionally, distinguishing between the three essay types and understanding what each prompt requires can be confusing without guided practice and feedback on your writing.
Expert tutors can teach you a systematic framework for identifying ethos, pathos, and logos, plus other rhetorical devices like tone, syntax, and diction. With personalized 1-on-1 instruction, you'll practice analyzing passages and receive detailed feedback on your essays before the exam. This targeted approach helps you move beyond surface-level observations to write sophisticated analyses that earn high scores.
Pacing is critical—most students allocate about 40 minutes per essay, including planning time. Tutors can help you develop a pre-writing routine that works under pressure, such as quickly outlining your argument or identifying key rhetorical strategies before writing. Practice tests are essential; working through full exams with a tutor helps you build stamina and refine your timing strategy so you're not rushing on test day.
Taking at least 4-6 full practice exams under timed conditions is ideal, ideally spread throughout your preparation. Each practice test reveals patterns in your strengths and weaknesses—whether you struggle more with multiple-choice reading, essay organization, or time management. A tutor can review your practice test results with you, identify specific areas to target, and adjust your study plan accordingly.
Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who specialize in AP Language and Composition and understand the specific demands of the exam. You can discuss your goals—whether you're aiming to improve from a 3 to a 4, or push toward a 5—and get matched with a tutor whose expertise aligns with your needs. Many tutors offer flexible scheduling to fit around your school and extracurricular commitments.
Score improvement depends on your starting point and how consistently you work with a tutor. Students who engage in regular, focused practice—especially on weak areas like essay structure or time management—typically see meaningful gains. The AP Language exam rewards strategic thinking and deliberate practice; with personalized instruction addressing your specific challenges, many students improve by at least one point on the 1-5 scale.
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