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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
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
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Pennsylvania Bar Exam tests knowledge across multiple legal subjects including contracts, criminal law, evidence, civil procedure, constitutional law, and professional responsibility. The exam consists of the Multistate Bar Examination (MBE), the Multistate Essay Examination (MEE), and the Multistate Performance Test (MPT). Success requires mastery of both substantive law and practical application skills, which is why many bar candidates benefit from personalized tutoring to target their specific weak areas.
Many candidates struggle with time management across the lengthy exam, mastering the depth of material required, and translating law school knowledge into practical problem-solving scenarios. Additionally, candidates often find certain subjects—like civil procedure or evidence—particularly challenging due to their complexity and nuance. Personalized 1-on-1 instruction allows tutors to identify your specific gaps and create a targeted study plan rather than generic bar prep review.
Bar prep courses provide comprehensive curriculum for all candidates, but personalized tutoring focuses exclusively on your individual needs—whether that's mastering essay writing, improving MBE performance, or strengthening weak subject areas. Tutors can adapt pacing, teaching methods, and practice materials to match your learning style and timeline. This targeted approach helps many candidates improve their scores more efficiently than generic prep alone.
Your first session focuses on assessment and goal-setting. A tutor will discuss your background, identify which exam components concern you most, review your previous practice test results, and understand your timeline and target score. This conversation helps the tutor design a personalized study plan that addresses your priorities, whether that's strengthening essay writing, boosting MBE performance, or mastering specific subject areas.
Most bar candidates begin intensive preparation 2-3 months before the exam, though the ideal timeline depends on your background and target score. Some candidates benefit from tutoring throughout bar prep to maintain focus and accountability, while others use tutoring strategically to address specific weak areas in the final weeks. Varsity Tutors can connect you with a tutor who can help you create a realistic timeline based on your current level and goals.
Yes—essay writing is a skill that improves dramatically with targeted practice and feedback. Tutors can teach you how to structure essays using the IRAC method, spot issues quickly under time pressure, and develop clear legal reasoning. Working through practice essays with a tutor who provides detailed feedback on your analysis, organization, and writing helps you internalize the skills needed to perform well on the Multistate Essay Examination.
The MBE requires both substantive knowledge and strategic test-taking skills. Tutors help you identify patterns in the questions you're missing—whether it's a knowledge gap in a specific subject or a tendency to misread questions under pressure. Through targeted practice and analysis of your performance, tutors can help you refine your approach to each question type and build the speed and accuracy needed for a strong MBE score.
Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who specialize in bar exam preparation and understand Pennsylvania's specific requirements. You can describe your goals, timeline, and areas of focus, and we'll match you with a tutor whose expertise aligns with your needs. The process is straightforward—get matched with a tutor, schedule your first session, and begin your personalized preparation.
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