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Andrew
Bar prep is as much a project management challenge as an intellectual one — hundreds of rules across dozens of subjects, all tested in different formats. Andrew's law PhD and his cross-disciplinary study background mean he can map out a structured MBE and essay prep plan while drilling the black-let...
Boston University
PHD, Law, Management
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Bachelors, Molecular Biology, Literature

Certified Tutor
10+ years
Kerry practiced law for three years at a major D.C. firm after graduating magna cum laude from Michigan Law, so she's been through the bar exam process herself and understands the MBE, MEE, and MPT from both sides. She breaks down the difference between knowing the law and applying it under timed pr...
Yale University
Undergraduate Degree
University of Michigan Law School
Undergraduate Degree
University of Georgia
Undergraduate Degree
Certified Tutor
As a passionate educator, I am dedicated to helping students excel in their Bar Exam preparation or in their classes! I earned a Management BBA from the University of Notre Dame, and my J.D. from Georgia State University. I have over two years of tutoring experience. I tutor in 1L subjects, bar pre...
Georgia State University
Doctorate (e.g., PhD, MD, JD, etc.)
Certified Tutor
Ryan
As a licensed and practicing attorney in Georgia, Ryan has firsthand experience with the bar exam process — from the MBE's pattern-recognition demands to the essay sections where precise, structured legal writing separates passing scores from failing ones. His history degree and extensive background...
University of North Georgia
Bachelor in Arts, History
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Ella
I like learning anything new and enjoy reading, but I'm not fond of school. I made good grades only when the subject interested me. However, I have always done very, very well on standardized tests, probably because I read so much. I was a National Merit finalist and my LSAT score was in the 99th pe...
University
Bachelor's
Certified Tutor
Paige
Teaching in various capacities since 2003, I combine legal expertise (class rank: top 20) and proven test strategies (UBE: 320, MPRE: 108) with compassion and creativity to elevate your legal acumen from good to great. With a law degree summa cum laude (Mitchell Hamline), a master's in public health...
University of Minnesota
Master's/Graduate
Carleton College
Bachelor's
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Mimi
I am an interdisciplinary educator with an Ed.M. from the Harvard Graduate School of Education and a B.A. from Dartmouth College. My background is primarily in integrated arts learning and museum education and I specialize in visual arts, history and art history, and object-based learning. In all su...
Harvard University
Masters in Education, Education
Dartmouth College
B.A.
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Aaron
I'm not tutoring or buried in my textbooks, you will either find me rock climbing at the Triangle Rock Club, playing Ultimate Frisbee, working on my car, or enjoying the great outdoors (beaches, mountains, forests--you name it, I love it). On rainy weekends I enjoy tinkering with computers and old e...
The University of Texas at Dallas
Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering
Duke University
Current Grad Student, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Nina
I am a recent graduate from a masters program in biostatistics at Columbia University. I received my Bachelor of Arts in biological sciences, with a focus in neurobiology at Northwestern University. In August, I will be starting a doctoral program in biostatistics at NYU. I was a teaching assistant ...
Columbia University
Masters in biostatistics
Northwestern University
Bachelor of Arts in biological sciences (focus in neurobiology)
Columbia University in the City of New York
Current Grad Student, Biostatistics
Certified Tutor
I am a graduate of Wesleyan University, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with High Honors. With eight years of experience working in education, I've tutored students in math, science, history, and English, as well as helped students prepare for standardized tests. I've guided adults...
Harvard University
PHD, Education
Wesleyan University
Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
Certified Tutor
Charles
I am a junior Mechanical Engineering major at Yale, and I hope to become a Naval Aviator after college. I am also a varsity sailor, and enjoy playing music with friends when I can get some free time. I have been tutoring my fellow students throughout my entire academic career, and I would best descr...
Yale University
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
Christopher
I am a rising sophomore at Harvard College and am about to declare as a Mechanical Engineering concentrator, working towards a Bachelor of Science degree. I've always enjoyed sharing my knowledge with my peers and those around me and have done so in both formal and informal settings. I've been a tut...
Harvard College
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
8+ years
Solange
I'm Solange - a recent graduate from Harvard where I studied Sociology & Women's Studies. I've been tutoring for eight years now, and have worked with a wide range of ages and in a wide range of subjects. Some of my specialties are college prep/test taking II worked in the admissions office on campu...
Harvard University
Bachelor in Arts (Sociology & Women's Studies)
Certified Tutor
Michelle
I am proud to be a part of Varsity Tutors! I am originally from San Antonio, TX; I completed my undergraduate education at Rice University in Houston where I received a bachelor's degree in Biochemistry and Cell Biology. Currently, I am in my second year of medical school at Baylor College of Medici...
Baylor College of Medicine
Current Grad Student, M.D.
Rice University
Bachelor's in Biochemistry and Cell Biology
Certified Tutor
Liz
I am a graduate of Washington University in St Louis, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in History with minors in Humanities and Anthropology. Since graduation, I have worked as a tutor, teacher, and director of tutors at a charter public middle school in Boston. During this time I also received ...
Simmons College
Masters, Special Education: Mild to Moderate Disabilities 5-12
Washington University in St. Louis
Bachelor of Arts in History (minors in Humanities and Anthropology)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Bar Exam preparation focuses on mastering Pennsylvania's Uniform Bar Exam (UBE) content, which includes essays, multiple-choice questions, and performance tests across seven major subject areas: Constitutional Law, Contracts, Criminal Law, Evidence, Real Property, Torts, and Civil Procedure. Tutors help students develop both substantive legal knowledge and test-taking strategies specific to the UBE format, which is critical for passing on your first attempt.
Many students struggle with time management across multiple subjects, distinguishing between high-yield and low-yield topics, and translating legal knowledge into timed essay and performance test responses. Additionally, the volume of material can feel overwhelming without a structured study plan, and many students benefit from targeted feedback on their writing and analysis—something that's difficult to get in large group prep courses.
Personalized 1-on-1 instruction allows tutors to identify your specific weak areas, adjust pacing based on your learning style, and provide detailed feedback on practice essays and performance tests. Unlike large prep courses, tutoring focuses on your unique needs rather than a one-size-fits-all curriculum, which research on learning effectiveness shows leads to stronger retention and performance under pressure.
Most bar candidates benefit from 8-12 weeks of focused preparation, with tutoring sessions typically occurring 2-4 times per week depending on your baseline knowledge and target score. The exact timeline depends on your law school performance and how quickly you master high-yield subjects; a tutor can help you create a realistic study schedule that balances depth with efficiency.
Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who have extensive experience with Pennsylvania's UBE, typically including bar passage themselves and experience coaching other candidates. Look for tutors who can demonstrate success with practice essays, performance tests, and multiple-choice strategy—not just content knowledge—and who understand the specific pressures of bar preparation.
Your initial session typically includes an assessment of your current knowledge across the seven UBE subjects, a review of your law school transcript and previous bar exam attempts (if applicable), and a discussion of your target score and timeline. From there, your tutor will create a personalized study plan highlighting priority subjects and the mix of content review, practice tests, and essay feedback that will work best for you.
Progress is tracked through practice test scores (especially full-length simulated exams), essay rubric scores, and performance test evaluations. Most tutors also monitor your ability to recall and apply rules under timed conditions, which is a better indicator of bar passage readiness than raw content knowledge. Regular check-ins help adjust your study strategy if certain subjects need more focus.
Pricing for Bar Exam tutoring varies based on tutor experience, session frequency, and your specific needs, but personalized 1-on-1 instruction is typically more affordable than comprehensive prep courses when you factor in the targeted focus on your weak areas. Varsity Tutors can connect you with tutors at different price points so you can find an option that fits your budget and preparation timeline.
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