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5+ years
Aaron
Hello,My name is Aaron and I am currently a senior at the University of Pittsburgh Majoring in Finance and Business Information Systems and Minoring in Statistics and Economics. I have lots of relevant tutoring experience for math and statistics and I hope to build on that experience with you or you...
University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
Current Undergrad, Finance & Business Information Systems

Certified Tutor
9+ years
Christopher
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Pace University-New York
Masters, Education
SUNY at Purchase College
Bachelors, BFA Music Production

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5+ years
Jeremy
My name is Jeremy Moses. I graduated from Washington University in St. Louis with a degree in Political Science. I focus on tutoring for high school and college level writing and college level political science.I believe in fostering a conversational approach to tutoring, and try to shape tutoring s...
Washington University in St Louis
Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government

Certified Tutor
8+ years
Utsav
I am Utsav, a student at University of Connecticut. I have experience of tutoring a variety of students from different age groups. I have tutored number of subjects such as Chemistry, Biology, Physics and higher level math courses.I believe that knowledge has no value unless you use it and share it.
University of Connecticut
Current Undergrad, Pre-Med

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Samuel
I am currently a Biology major at the University of Nevada Las Vegas. I am in the process of switching into Computer Science. My background is primarily in the sciences and math, mostly Biology and Chemistry. I also am proficient in Spanish; I have received two awards from the National Spanish exam ...
University of Nevada Las Vegas
Current Undergrad, Biology, General

Certified Tutor
4+ years
Sydney
Hi! My name is Sydney Mueller, I am a graduate from the University of Pennsylvania with a bachelors in Cognitive Neuroscience. I am now working as a healthcare consultant.
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience

Certified Tutor
10+ years
Sofia
I am a graduate of Hamilton College in upstate NY and recently received my Master's degree in Physiology & Biophysics from Stony Brook University. I am a pre-med student with a Bachelor's degree in Economics with minors in Chemistry and Biology. I will be starting medical school in the fall and have...
Stony Brook University
Master of Science, Biomedical Sciences
Hamilton College
Bachelor in Arts, Economics

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4+ years
Omar
I am a graduate of a top engineering university and a doctoral candidate in biomedical engineering. I have years of experience tutoring math and various sciences from elementary through college. I tutor high school sciences such as physics, chemistry, biology, and mathematics. I also have extensive ...
Illinois Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Engineering, Biomedical Engineering
Illinois Institute of Technology
Doctor of Philosophy, Biomedical Engineering

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Camille
Camille has a Master of Science in Radiologic Science from Midwestern State University in Texas. She is registered with the ARRT in both radiography (R) and cardiac interventional radiography (CI).Throughout her career as a technologist, she's worked with students in the clinical setting, fostering ...
Midwestern State University
Master of Science, Radiologic Technology

Certified Tutor
4+ years
I have a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics. I have been tutoring for the past 10 years.
Tennessee Technological University
Bachelors, Mathematics
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Frequently Asked Questions
AP US History covers the full span of American history from pre-Columbian times through the present, organized into nine periods. The course emphasizes historical thinking skills like analyzing primary sources, understanding causation, and making historical arguments—not just memorizing dates and facts. For students in Cincinnati, a tutor can help you master both the content and the analytical skills that the AP exam requires, which is where many students struggle.
The AP US History exam has three sections: a multiple-choice section (55 questions in 55 minutes), a short-answer section (4 questions in 50 minutes), and a free-response section with a document-based question, long essay, and contextualization prompt (100 minutes total). Success requires both content knowledge and strong time management—many students find the pacing challenging. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who can help you practice under timed conditions and develop strategies for each section.
The AP exam is scored 1-5, with 3 considered passing and 4-5 being strong scores that often earn college credit. Most students score between 2-3 nationally. With focused tutoring, students typically see meaningful improvement by strengthening their document analysis skills, essay writing, and understanding of historical causation—the areas where most students lose points. Consistent practice with released exams and targeted feedback are key to moving from a 2 or 3 to a 4 or 5.
Students often struggle with three main areas: analyzing primary and secondary sources quickly and accurately, writing strong historical arguments under time pressure, and connecting specific evidence to broader historical themes. The sheer volume of content can also feel overwhelming. For students in Cincinnati, personalized tutoring helps you develop a study strategy that prioritizes high-impact topics, builds your analytical skills, and gives you confidence with the essay sections where many students lose significant points.
Ideally, you're preparing throughout the entire school year as part of your regular coursework, but focused test prep typically becomes more intensive in the 6-8 weeks before the May exam. If you're taking the course in 12th grade, starting tutoring in January or February gives you time to review challenging periods, practice full-length exams, and refine your essay-writing skills. Starting earlier is beneficial if you feel behind or want to aim for a higher score.
Look for tutors with strong subject knowledge of American history, experience teaching AP-level content, and familiarity with the exam format and scoring rubrics. Ideally, they've helped other students prepare for the AP exam and understand the specific skills the test rewards—like source analysis and thesis-driven essays. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors in Cincinnati who specialize in AP US History and can tailor their approach to your strengths and weak areas.
Practice tests are essential—they help you identify weak content areas, build stamina for the full 3-hour exam, and get comfortable with the question formats and pacing. Taking at least 3-4 full-length practice exams under timed conditions in the weeks before the test is standard for serious prep. A tutor can review your practice test results with you, point out patterns in your mistakes, and help you develop targeted strategies for improvement.
Your first session is typically a diagnostic and planning meeting. A tutor will assess your current knowledge, discuss your goals (target score, timeline), and identify which historical periods or skills need the most work. You might take a practice section or discuss a recent essay you've written to understand your baseline. From there, you'll develop a personalized study plan focused on your priorities, whether that's mastering content gaps, improving essay writing, or building test-taking confidence.
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