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Kerry

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Kerry

PHD, Law
Kerry's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
College Essays
Literature

I'm an attorney, Ph.D. student, and aspiring law professor. I am working on my dissertation for my Ph.D. in Law at Yale, having previously earned my J.D. magna cum laude from the University of Michigan Law School. I practiced for three years at a large law firm in Washington, D.C., primarily represe...

Education

Yale University

PHD, Law

University of Georgia

Bachelors, German

Andrew

Certified Tutor

Andrew

PHD, Law, Management
Andrew's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Trigonometry
Elementary Math

I am a great tutor because not only are my fundamental verbal and quantitative skills strong, but I am able to communicate my reasoning and problem solving skills quickly and clearly.

Education

Boston University

PHD, Law, Management

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Bachelors, Molecular Biology, Literature

Ryan

Certified Tutor

Ryan

Bachelor in Arts, History
Ryan's other Tutor Subjects
8th-12th Grade Writing
8th-12th Grade Reading
Calculus
Algebra

I am a licensed and practicing attorney in the state of Georgia. I tutor History, English, and writing. I can aid students in preparing for SAT and ACT verbal sections as well as any topical AP exams, having taken many of them myself. I can help students of any level of proficiency take their writin...

Education

University of North Georgia

Bachelor in Arts, History

Kristina

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Kristina

Masters, Special Education
Kristina's other Tutor Subjects
1st-8th Grade Reading
1st-8th Grade Writing
1st-7th Grade Math
3rd-7th Grade Science

I believe that every student can learn. It is up to me to help match my teaching style with their unique learning style. I look forward to helping your child grow as a learner.

Education

St. Joseph's University

Masters, Special Education

Millersville University of Pennsylvania

Bachelors, Elementary Education

Matt

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Matt

Current Grad Student, Education
Matt's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary School
Elementary School Math
Math
Middle School

I graduated with a B.S. in Economics from the University of North Texas. I am currently a middle school math teacher, though I am proficient in a wide variety of mathematics-related domains.

Education

University of North Texas

Bachelor of Science, Economics

University of North Texas

Current Grad Student, Education

Lucas

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Lucas

Masters, Political Science and Government
Lucas's other Tutor Subjects
ACCUPLACER ESL
ACCUPLACER ESL - Listening
ACCUPLACER ESL - Reading Skills
ACCUPLACER ESL - Sentence Meaning

I am excited at the prospect of working with you as a tutor. My previous tutoring experience includes personal tutoring and tutoring through the Midtown Educational Foundation in Chicago.These experiences have planted a passion for tutoring in me. I enjoy watching my students learn and grow not only...

Education

Catholic University of Portugal

Masters, Political Science and Government

University of Chicago

Bachelors, Philosophy

Test Scores
SAT
1480
Kristi

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Kristi

Masters, Education
Kristi's other Tutor Subjects
8th Grade Reading
8th Grade Writing
American Literature
College English

I have been teaching for eleven years at a small middle school in western PA. Ten of those years have been spent as an 8th grade language arts teacher. I love what I do because I love working with young adults and exposing them to different texts. I find that I work well with this age group and am a...

Education

Waynesburg University

Masters, Education

Waynesburg University

Bachelors, Writing and Literature

George

Certified Tutor

4+ years

George

Masters, Religious Studies
George's other Tutor Subjects
College English
Comparative Literature
English
English Grammar and Syntax

Personal tutoring brings out my favorite elements of being human: face-to-face relationships and unbridled love for a given subject of inquiry. Whether it is reviewing for a vocabulary quiz, crafting a professional-quality essay, or delving into distinct religious or philosophical questions, I am he...

Education

Hellenic College-Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology

Masters, Religious Studies

Hellenic College-Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology

Bachelors, Religious Studies

Sydney

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Sydney

Masters in Education, Elementary School Teaching
Sydney's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary School
Elementary School English
Elementary School Math
Elementary School Reading

I am a graduate of The University of Tennessee-Knoxville. I received my Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Human Resources. I am currently pursuing my Masters of Arts in Teaching at Relay Graduate School of Education. This year I have also been a lead teacher at an Elemen...

Education

Relay Graduate School of Education

Masters in Education, Elementary School Teaching

The University of Tennessee

Bachelor of Science, Business Administration and Management

Dusty

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Dusty

Masters in Education, Curriculum and Instruction
Dusty's other Tutor Subjects
Adult ESL/ELL
Conversational Spanish
English
English Grammar and Syntax

Dusty is my real name. Outside of learning I love to make things from yarn and sewing. More than that, I love to be outside in my garden and have as many adventures as possible. I am also a mom to a little boy who also loves to be outside. Together, we watch movies and TV. In everything I do, no mat...

Education

Concordia University-Portland

Masters in Education, Curriculum and Instruction

Indiana University-Bloomington

Bachelor in Arts, Spanish

Frequently Asked Questions

Bar Exam preparation involves mastering substantive law across multiple subjects (contracts, torts, criminal law, civil procedure, evidence, and constitutional law), developing strong essay-writing skills, and building proficiency with multiple-choice questions. For students in Columbus preparing for the Ohio Bar Exam, personalized 1-on-1 instruction can help you identify knowledge gaps, refine your test-taking strategies, and create a focused study plan tailored to your learning pace.

While bar prep courses provide comprehensive content coverage, personalized 1-on-1 instruction allows tutors to diagnose your specific weaknesses, adapt explanations to your learning style, and focus intensive practice on the areas where you need it most. This targeted approach often accelerates progress on difficult subjects and helps you develop the confidence needed for high-stakes performance.

Many students struggle with time management across multiple subjects, difficulty applying legal doctrine to fact patterns in essays, and anxiety about the multiple-choice (MBE) section. Others find it challenging to retain vast amounts of material or to balance breadth of knowledge with depth. Personalized tutoring helps address these challenges by breaking complex material into manageable pieces and providing targeted feedback on your practice work.

Your first session typically involves an assessment of your current knowledge level, understanding of your study timeline and goals, and identification of your strongest and weakest subject areas. The tutor will work with you to develop a customized study strategy, establish realistic milestones, and determine which subjects or skills need the most intensive focus before your exam date.

The balance depends on your strengths and weaknesses, but most students benefit from allocating significant time to both. The MBE tests foundational knowledge across six subjects and typically comprises 50% of your score, while essays require you to apply that knowledge to complex scenarios. A tutor can help you assess which section needs more focus and develop a study plan that strengthens both areas without neglecting either.

The amount varies based on your background, prior bar prep course completion, and target performance level, but many students benefit from 10-30 hours of personalized tutoring spread across their preparation timeline. Some use tutoring for intensive focus on weak subjects, while others work with a tutor throughout their entire preparation to maintain accountability and refine their strategy as they progress.

Look for tutors who have passed the Bar Exam themselves, ideally in Ohio or a similar jurisdiction, and who have experience teaching bar-level material. Many effective tutors have legal practice experience or have worked with multiple bar exam candidates. Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who understand both the content and the test-taking strategies needed to succeed on the Ohio Bar Exam.

Yes—the Ohio Bar Exam includes the Multistate Bar Examination (MBE) plus Ohio-specific essays and performance tests that focus on Ohio law. Key areas include Ohio civil procedure, Ohio evidence rules, and Ohio-specific applications of contracts, torts, and other core subjects. A tutor familiar with the Ohio Bar can help you understand how national law principles apply under Ohio law and ensure you're prepared for the state-specific components of the exam.

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