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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
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
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)
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
9+ years
Justin
I am an aspiring applied mathematician, with particular interest in image processing and climate science. I graduated in May 2017 from Washington University in St. Louis with a bachelor's in physics and mathematics, and am beginning a PhD program in September 2017 at the University of Chicago in Com...
Washington University in St. Louis
Bachelor's in Physics and Mathematics
University of Chicago
Doctor of Philosophy, Computational Mathematics
Certified Tutor
Asta
I am a graduate of the University of Chicago where I received my undergraduate degree in political science. Right after graduation, I worked as an academic and test prep tutor as well as admissions consultant in Hong Kong. For the past two years, I worked with a number of students to help prepare th...
University of Chicago
Bachelor in Arts in Political Science
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Henry
I'm eager to help you in your education. I'm a recent graduate of Harvard College looking to apply to law school. My senior thesis was written on John Dewey's ideas of education, which I deeply believe has incredible power to transform individuals and society.
Harvard College
Bachelor in Arts, History
Certified Tutor
Justin
I am a graduate of the University of Chicago where I received my Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy. Currently, I am in the master's program at the University of New Mexico where I am continuing my education in philosophy. Ultimately, I hope to go on to earn a PhD in Philosophy so that I can continue en...
University of Chicago
Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy
University of New Mexico-Main Campus
Current Grad Student, Philosophy
Certified Tutor
James
I am currently a senior at Harvard College where I study chemistry, and I'll be attending Columbia Medical School next year. I have years of experience tutoring college students in math (mostly calculus) and chemistry including both general and organic chemistry. In addition, I am very familiar with...
Harvard University
Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry
Certified Tutor
10+ years
I am excited to be home and help fellow straphangers on their educational paths! My largest wealth of tutoring experience is in foreign languages--particularly French--but I also feel very comfortable editing essays of any kind and working through standardized test concepts. My availability is extre...
Brown University
Bachelors
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam is the first step toward becoming a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the United States. It's typically taken by engineering graduates or soon-to-be graduates and covers foundational concepts across multiple engineering disciplines including civil, mechanical, electrical, and chemical engineering. Most states require passing the FE Exam before you can pursue PE licensure, making it a critical milestone for any engineering career.
The FE Exam is comprehensive and fast-paced, covering 6 hours of material with 110 questions across numerous engineering topics—many test-takers struggle with time management and the breadth of content. Students often find the transition from classroom problem-solving to the exam's applied, real-world scenarios difficult, especially when their undergraduate programs emphasized theory over practical application. Additionally, the reference handbook provided during the exam is dense, and knowing how to efficiently locate information under time pressure is a skill that requires focused practice.
Personalized 1-on-1 instruction allows a tutor to identify your specific weak areas—whether that's thermodynamics, circuit analysis, or structural mechanics—and focus study time where you need it most, rather than reviewing content you already understand. A tutor can also teach you strategic approaches to the exam format, help you practice with real FE problems under timed conditions, and explain complex concepts in ways that click for your learning style. This targeted approach typically accelerates improvement and builds the confidence needed to perform well on test day.
Most engineering professionals benefit from 2-4 months of focused preparation, though the ideal timeline depends on your background and how recently you completed your engineering coursework. If you're taking the exam immediately after graduation, you may need less review time since material is fresh; if it's been several years, you may want to start earlier. Working with a tutor can help you assess your current knowledge level and create a realistic study plan that fits your schedule and target exam date.
The FE Exam covers a broad range of engineering fundamentals including mathematics, ethics, engineering economics, chemistry, physics, statics, dynamics, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, materials science, electrical circuits, and more. The exact weightings vary slightly by discipline (there are discipline-specific afternoon sessions), but the morning session is the same for all test-takers. A tutor can help you prioritize which topics to focus on based on your engineering discipline and identify areas where you need the most reinforcement.
Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who specialize in FE Exam preparation and understand the specific challenges engineers face when preparing for licensure. You can describe your engineering background, target exam date, and areas of concern, and we'll match you with a tutor experienced in helping students in Pittsburgh succeed on the FE. The personalized instruction can be scheduled around your work and study commitments, making it flexible for working professionals.
Yes—practice tests are essential for FE Exam success. They help you become familiar with the exam format, identify knowledge gaps, and build stamina for the 6-hour test. Full-length practice exams also reveal your time management weaknesses and which question types trip you up most. A tutor can review your practice test results with you, explain why you missed questions, and help you develop strategies to avoid similar mistakes on test day.
FE Exam results are typically released within 7-10 business days after you take the test, though this can vary by state. Once you pass, you'll officially be recognized as an Engineer in Training (EIT) or Engineer Intern (EI), depending on your state's terminology, which qualifies you to begin accumulating the work experience hours required for PE licensure. Your tutor can help you prepare not just to pass, but to score well enough to build confidence for the next steps in your engineering career.
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