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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
9+ years
Elliot
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Hampshire College
Bachelor in Arts, Cognitive Science
Vanderbilt University
Doctor of Philosophy, Neuroscience
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Rice University
Bachelor's in Biochemistry and Cell Biology
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6+ years
Alex
I'm a current medical student at the University of Arizona College of Medicine with undergraduate degrees from Washington and Lee in chemical engineering and anthropology. I have extensive experience in tutoring and teaching since 2010, and am ready to help you with your learning needs! I focus on s...
Washington and Lee University
Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering
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Elena
As a current University of Chicago law student, Elena lives inside the kind of rule-based, deductive reasoning that Analytical Reasoning demands — parsing conditional constraints and mapping out valid configurations is practically her day job. Her tutoring approach centers on listening to students t...
Cornell University
Bachelor in Arts
University of Chicago Law School
Juris Doctor, Law
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10+ years
Chelain
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Thomas Jefferson University
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Swarthmore College
Bachelors, Biology, Psychology
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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.
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8+ years
Anna
I'm Anna! I'm currently a student in the MD/MBA program between Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine and the Kellogg School of Management, and graduated from Northwestern University as part of the Honors Program in Medical Education. I attended the Bergen County Academies in New Jer...
Northwestern University
Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
Northwestern University
Graduated (Honors Program in Medical Education)
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6+ years
Phillip
I'm a rising junior at Brown University studying biomedical engineering. I have lots of experience in middle school through college level instruction in STEM and SAT/ACT prep. My goal is to provide a fun and productive learning environment by only teaching subjects that I am passionate about.
Brown University
Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Peter
I am a graduate from Georgetown University, where I received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Mathematics with a minor in Music. I'm currently pursuing a Master's of Science in Business Analytics at Carnegie Mellon University. I've been tutoring since I started high school, focusing on mathematics and w...
Georgetown University
Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
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Violet
I am a member of the Brown Class of 2018, pursuing a bachelors degree in mathematics. I graduated from Phillips Exeter Academy in 2014. (I am able to help anyone with the boarding school admissions process.) Outside of academia, I pursue my passions in dance, travel, volunteering, reading and art. M...
Brown University (transferring from the University of St Andrews)
Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
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Edward
I am currently studying chemical engineering at the University of Michigan. I have always helped out my fellow students with schoolwork, and I have tutored in the National Honor Society for three years. My tutoring strengths include my abilities to stay calm, be patient, and offer different perspect...
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Bachelors, Premedicine
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I am a graduate from Georgetown University, where I received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Mathematics with a minor in Music. I'm currently pursuing a Master's of Science in Business Analytics at Carnegie Mellon University. I've been tutoring since I started high school, focusing on mathematics and writing. Throughout my college career I was employed both privately and by Georgetown University to tutor peers and high school students in the Washington, D.C. area. I worked with students taking classes in all levels of mathematics falling under Algebra, Calculus, Combinatorics, and Problem Solving. Hobbies: art, books, reading, music, writing
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I am a member of the Brown Class of 2018, pursuing a bachelors degree in mathematics. I graduated from Phillips Exeter Academy in 2014. (I am able to help anyone with the boarding school admissions process.) Outside of academia, I pursue my passions in dance, travel, volunteering, reading and art. My tutoring subjects are mathematics (from elementary school to college level) and standardized testing (SAT, SAT subject tests, PSAT, and SSAT). I have tutored mainly high school students in the New York State Regents exams and AP Calculus, although I also have experience with students in middle and elementary school. Since I have been through many school systems, including public, private, studying abroad, and boarding school, I have learned many different techniques and can attack a problem from various angles. Ultimately, my teaching style is full of tips and tricks to break down complicated topics into simple, more understandable ideas. Hobbies: books, music, art, travel, reading, writing
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I am currently studying chemical engineering at the University of Michigan. I have always helped out my fellow students with schoolwork, and I have tutored in the National Honor Society for three years. My tutoring strengths include my abilities to stay calm, be patient, and offer different perspectives on the learning process. I do not just help my students learn the material, but I also teach them how to learn it. I tutor math and test prep courses. Outside of school and tutoring, I play the piano. I have played classical piano for 13 years and jazz piano for 7. Hobbies: reading, music, art, books, writing
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I am a first year medical student at the Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University. I have been a private tutor in the past in subjects such as math, biology, chemistry, and the SATs and every single one of my more than twenty students have shown significant improvement. Most importantly, I have a passion for teaching, and your needs and preferences as the learner will always be paramount. I hope to help every one of my students reach every bit of their potential, and along the way, to utterly shatter any self-induced limitations that have been placed upon what they can accomplish.
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The most common struggles center on three areas: diagramming complex rule sets efficiently, managing the time pressure (students typically have 8-9 minutes per game), and translating conditional logic into visual representations. Many students also struggle with the sequencing and grouping game types—particularly when games combine multiple rule types or have unusual constraint patterns. A tutor can identify which game types and rule structures are causing slowdowns and build targeted strategies to address them.
Diagramming is foundational—it's the difference between solving games efficiently and getting bogged down in mental tracking. The right diagram style (linear, circular, matrix, or hybrid) depends on the game type and the specific constraints. A tutor can teach you which diagramming methods work best for different scenarios, how to set up diagrams quickly without over-complicating them, and when to use shorthand notation versus full visual representations. Mastering this skill alone typically improves both speed and accuracy significantly.
Rather than trying to solve every game, strategic students learn to identify which games they can solve quickly and which ones to skip or guess on—this maximizes points within the time limit. The key is practicing timed sections repeatedly to develop a sense of your personal pacing, learning to recognize game types instantly, and knowing when to cut your losses on a difficult game. A tutor can help you build a personalized timing strategy based on your strengths, teach you how to make educated guesses when needed, and condition you to stay calm under pressure.
Conditional logic—statements like "If X is in position 3, then Y cannot be in position 4"—is where many students stumble. Tutors break down how to recognize different logical structures (contrapositives, biconditionals, "at least one" statements) and convert them into visual or symbolic notation that's easy to work with. They also teach you how to chain rules together to make deductions and spot when a rule eliminates entire answer choices. This skill directly translates to faster game solving because you're working from clear deductions rather than guessing.
Yes—sequencing games, grouping games, and hybrid games each have distinct solving approaches. Sequencing games (where you're ordering entities) rely on linear diagrams and position-based deductions, while grouping games (dividing entities into categories) often use matrix or list-based diagrams. Hybrid games mix both elements and require flexible thinking. A tutor teaches you to identify game types instantly, apply the most efficient diagram style for each, and recognize which rules are most constraining. Many students find they excel at one type and struggle with another—targeted practice on weak game types yields the biggest score improvements.
Most students see meaningful improvement after 30-40 hours of focused practice, though this varies based on starting level and natural aptitude. The key is quality over quantity—practicing full sections under timed conditions, reviewing every mistake (not just wrong answers, but games you solved slowly), and drilling specific game types or rule patterns where you're weak. A tutor helps you structure this practice efficiently, identify patterns in your mistakes, and adjust your approach based on what's actually holding you back rather than grinding through games without direction.
Plateaus usually mean your current approach has hit its ceiling—you need to fundamentally change your strategy rather than just practice more. This might mean switching your diagramming style, learning to make inferences you've been missing, or reconsidering your game-selection strategy under time pressure. A tutor can diagnose what's actually limiting you (is it speed, accuracy, specific game types, or rule interpretation?) and introduce new techniques tailored to your specific bottleneck. Many students break through plateaus within 5-10 sessions once the right strategic shift is identified.
Confidence comes from repeated success under realistic conditions. A tutor helps you take full-length practice tests under timed conditions, reviews your performance objectively, and helps you recognize patterns in what you're doing well and where you need focus. You'll also learn mental strategies for staying calm when you encounter an unfamiliar game type and techniques for making educated guesses when necessary. By test day, you'll have solved hundreds of games and developed a clear sense of your capabilities—that preparation translates directly to reduced anxiety and better performance.
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