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Jai
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'...
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Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
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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...
Nova Southeastern University
PHD, Medicine
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelors, History
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undergraduate
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Kate
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 ...
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Masters, Environmental Engineering
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Bachelors
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Jeffrey
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...
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor of Science
Rice University
Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering
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Erika
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...
Harvard University
Master of Public Policy, Public Policy
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Rhea
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...
University of Chicago
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Samantha
I'm a first-year medical student and recent graduate from Duke University, where I studied Global Health Determinants, Behaviors, and Interventions. From running a piano program at a nonprofit children's theatre to private tutoring in math, science, and standardized test prep, I enjoy helping my stu...
Duke University
Bachelors in Global Health Determinants, Behaviors, and Interventions
Harvard Medical School
Current Grad Student, MD
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Matthew
I'm a highly creative person who works best with visual thinkers. Very recently graduated from Stanford University, I majored in Human Biology with a concentration in Bioinformatics and Stem Cell Science. Technical though my background may be, I am currently gigging as a singer/songwriter/composer i...
Stanford University
Bachelors in Human Biology (concentration in Bioinformatics and Stem Cell Science)
Certified Tutor
6+ years
I am willing to address any issue with an open mind and I try to develop strategies that play to a student's strengths. I would like to think I am very approachable and personable, and I have had very positive experiences with many students in the past using this philosophy. Outside of academics, I ...
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor in Arts
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Annie
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.
University of California Los Angeles
Bachelors, Physiological Sciences
Drexel University College of Medicine
Current Grad Student, MD
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Frequently Asked Questions
The New York Bar Exam requires mastery of both New York-specific law and multi-state principles, making a structured study plan essential. Personalized 1-on-1 instruction allows you to focus on your weakest areas—whether that's essay writing, MBE performance, or New York practice questions—rather than spending equal time on everything. Many students benefit from working with a tutor who understands New York's unique procedural rules and can help you develop the confidence needed for test day.
Most bar candidates spend 8-10 weeks in intensive preparation, though the right timeline depends on your law school performance and specific gaps. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who can assess where you stand and create a personalized study schedule that addresses your individual needs. Starting with a tutor early in your prep allows you to work steadily rather than cramming, which typically leads to better retention and performance.
Both components matter equally—New York requires you to pass both the MBE and essays to be admitted. The MBE tests multi-state law through multiple-choice questions, while essays focus on New York procedure and substantive law application. A tutor can help you identify which area is causing you to lose the most points and develop targeted strategies, whether that's improving your essay structure or increasing your MBE speed and accuracy.
New York's CPLR (Civil Procedure Law and Rules) is tested heavily on essays, along with New York Evidence law and specific state rules on professional responsibility. You'll also encounter New York-specific issues in areas like real property, trusts, and family law that differ from the multi-state approach. Connecting with a tutor who knows New York's bar exam emphasis can help you avoid wasting time on material that isn't actually tested while deeply understanding what is.
One-on-one instruction lets you practice essays with immediate feedback, drill problem areas repeatedly, and adjust your study plan based on your actual performance—something bar review courses alone can't provide. A tutor can explain why you missed questions, help you refine your essay writing style, and build your test-taking stamina through realistic practice exams. For bar candidates in New York, this personalized approach often makes the difference between borderline performance and confident passage.
Ideally, starting 8-10 weeks before your exam date gives you time to build a foundation and address weak areas without last-minute panic. However, even 4-6 weeks of focused tutoring can significantly improve your score if you're already studying independently. Many students find that connecting with a tutor a few weeks in helps them refine their approach and boost confidence in the final stretch before the New York Bar Exam.
Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who have bar exam experience and understand New York's specific testing requirements and procedures. You can discuss your background, weak areas, and timeline to ensure a good match, and tutors can adjust their approach based on whether you need help with foundational concepts or fine-tuning your performance. This personalized matching process ensures you're working with someone who understands your goals and can help you pass.
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