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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
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
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)
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
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
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Bar Exam is the standardized test required to practice law in Pennsylvania and all U.S. states. It assesses your knowledge of legal principles, professional responsibility, and the ability to apply law to fact patterns. Passing the Bar Exam is the final credential needed to become a licensed attorney and practice law independently.
The Pennsylvania Bar Exam typically includes the Uniform Bar Exam (UBE), which tests seven core subjects: Constitutional Law, Contracts, Criminal Law, Evidence, Real Property, Torts, and Civil Procedure. It also includes the Multistate Professional Responsibility Exam (MPRE) and Pennsylvania-specific essays that focus on state law. The exam combines multiple-choice questions, essays, and performance tests to evaluate both knowledge and practical legal skills.
Bar Exam preparation requires mastering seven complex legal subjects while managing the stress of high-stakes testing—many students struggle with time management across such broad material. Common challenges include integrating multiple subjects into cohesive legal analysis, retaining massive amounts of information, and translating classroom learning into the specific format and depth required by the exam. Personalized 1-on-1 instruction helps you identify weak areas, develop targeted study strategies, and practice applying concepts under exam-like conditions.
Traditional bar prep courses provide standardized lectures and materials to large groups, while personalized tutoring focuses entirely on your specific needs, learning style, and weak areas. A tutor can create a customized study plan, drill you on the subjects where you struggle most, provide detailed feedback on practice essays, and adjust pacing based on your progress. This targeted approach helps you use study time more efficiently and build confidence in areas that typically challenge test-takers.
Your first session will focus on understanding your background, goals, and current preparation level. A tutor will likely assess your familiarity with core subjects, discuss your study timeline, identify specific areas of concern, and explain how personalized instruction can complement your bar prep course. This foundation helps create a tailored study plan that targets your unique challenges and maximizes your preparation time.
Most students benefit from starting tutoring 2-3 months before their exam date, though this depends on your background and how well you're progressing through bar prep materials. If you're struggling with specific subjects early in your preparation, starting sooner can prevent gaps from widening. Connecting with a tutor early allows you to build a strategic study plan and address weak areas before they become major obstacles.
Essay writing is a critical component of the Bar Exam, and many students struggle with issue spotting, organization, and applying law to facts under time pressure. A tutor can provide detailed feedback on your practice essays, teach you effective organizational structures (like IRAC), help you spot subtle legal issues, and give you timed practice to build speed and accuracy. Regular essay review and feedback is one of the most direct ways to boost your score on this challenging section.
Yes, Varsity Tutors connects Philadelphia students with expert tutors who specialize in Bar Exam preparation and understand Pennsylvania's specific requirements. Whether you're studying full-time or balancing work and family while preparing, you can get matched with a tutor who fits your schedule and learning needs. Personalized instruction is available to help you succeed on this critical exam.
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