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Emily

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
8+ years of tutoring

I am currently a fourth year medical student in Indianapolis. I completed my undergraduate education at Indiana University Bloomington, where I majored in Biology and Spanish. I also completed two min...

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Bachelor of Engineering, Biomedical Engineering
9+ years of tutoring

I am currently a medical student in Philadelphia, and have a degree in Biomedical Engineering from Stony Brook University. I have several years of experience tutoring SAT students, but thanks to my mi...

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Doctor of Medicine, Biomedical Sciences

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Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
6+ years of tutoring

I am a current student at the University of Chicago. I am working towards a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences, and I am on the pre-medical track. I am extremely passionate about tutoring, and...

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University of Chicago

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

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Bachelor of Science, Aerospace Engineering
9+ years of tutoring

I am currently pursuing a Bachelors of Science in Aerospace Engineering at the Georgia Institute of Technology. I am also a graduate of the high school International Baccalaureate Program. I have info...

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Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus

Bachelor of Science, Aerospace Engineering

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Max

Bachelors, Biology, General
1+ years of tutoring

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Ball State University

Bachelors, Biology, General

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Julia

Bachelors, English & Linguistics
1+ years of tutoring

I am a recent college graduate currently pursuing a career in publishing in New York City. My interest in tutoring and the publishing industry stem from the same source: I want to help instill in othe...

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The College of William & Mary

Bachelors, English & Linguistics

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Arthur

Bachelor in Arts, Economics
5+ years of tutoring

I am available to tutor in a broad range of subjects, though I am most passionate about Economics, History, and Civics. Please feel free to contact me and I would be happy to arrange a session.

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John

Bachelor of Fine Arts, English/Drama
16+ years of tutoring

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Current Grad Student, MD
10+ years of tutoring

I'm a first-year medical student and recent graduate from Duke University, where I studied Global Health Determinants, Behaviors, and Interventions. From running a piano program at a nonprofit childre...

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Duke University

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Ken

Current Grad, Physical Therapy
1+ years of tutoring

I am a Wake Forest University graduate with a degree in Psychology, and I am currently pursuing a career as a physical therapist.

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Wake Forest University

Bachelors, Psychology

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Nearby PSAT Writing Skills Tutors

Frequently Asked Questions

The PSAT Writing & Language section tests your ability to identify and correct errors in grammar, punctuation, and sentence structure, as well as improve clarity and style in written passages. You'll encounter 44 questions across four passages with 11 questions each, covering topics like subject-verb agreement, pronoun usage, comma placement, word choice, and paragraph organization. Understanding these concepts is essential for improving your score and building strong writing fundamentals.

You have 35 minutes to complete all 44 Writing & Language questions, which works out to roughly 48 seconds per question. This tight pacing is one of the biggest challenges students face—you need to work quickly while staying accurate. Personalized tutoring helps you develop efficient strategies to identify errors faster and avoid common traps that slow you down.

Students often struggle with identifying subtle grammar errors, especially with commas and modifier placement, and they frequently misread questions or rush through answer choices. Many also struggle with recognizing when a sentence is grammatically correct as-is, leading them to overcorrect. Working with a tutor helps you learn to slow down strategically, recognize question patterns, and build confidence in your instincts about what sounds right.

Score improvement depends on your starting point and how consistently you practice, but most students see meaningful gains—often 30-50 points or more—within 4-8 weeks of focused work on their specific weak areas. The key is identifying whether you struggle more with grammar rules, time management, or question interpretation, then targeting those gaps. Personalized instruction helps you understand not just the rules, but how to apply them quickly under pressure.

Practice tests reveal your actual pacing, identify which grammar concepts trip you up most, and help you get comfortable with the test format before test day. They're also essential for building test-taking stamina and reducing anxiety. A tutor can review your practice test results with you, pinpoint patterns in your mistakes, and create a targeted study plan so you're not just practicing—you're improving with each attempt.

The PSAT emphasizes practical grammar rules you'll actually use: subject-verb agreement, pronoun-antecedent agreement, comma usage (especially with introductory phrases and clauses), semicolon placement, and modifier placement. You'll also see questions about verb tense consistency, parallel structure, and word choice/diction. Rather than memorizing every rule, focus on understanding the most frequently tested concepts—a tutor can help you prioritize based on your specific weak areas.

Your first session typically includes a diagnostic assessment to understand your current strengths and weaknesses, a review of your recent practice test results (if you have them), and a discussion of your goals and timeline. From there, your tutor will create a personalized study plan focused on the grammar concepts and test-taking strategies you need most. You'll also get clarity on your pacing challenges and start learning techniques to work more efficiently.

Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors in Greenville who specialize in PSAT Writing & Language and understand the specific challenges students face with timing, grammar concepts, and test anxiety. Each tutor brings expertise in test-taking strategies and personalized instruction tailored to your learning style. You can get matched with a tutor who fits your schedule and goals, and start improving your skills right away.

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