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Emily

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Emily

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Emily's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Calculus
Algebra
AP Biology

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 minors in Mathematics and Chemistry. While at IU, I worked for the Department of Mathematics and Depart...

Education

Indiana University-Bloomington

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis

Doctor of Medicine, Community Health and Preventive Medicine

Test Scores
SAT
1480
ACT
35
Conor

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Conor

Bachelor of Engineering, Biomedical Engineering
Conor's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
SAT Reading
SAT Writing and Language

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 mixed background I have proficiency in a wide range of subjects including mathematics, biological scie...

Education

Stony Brook University

Bachelor of Engineering, Biomedical Engineering

Drexel University

Doctor of Medicine, Biomedical Sciences

Test Scores
SAT
1560
Rhea

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Rhea

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Rhea's other Tutor Subjects
AP Statistics
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra

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 I have several years of experience tutoring students in my high school's learning center in various...

Education

University of Chicago

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1550
ACT
36
Vansh

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Vansh

Bachelor of Science, Aerospace Engineering
Vansh's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Calculus
Algebra
IB Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches

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 informal experience tutoring high school physics, but am most passionate about tutoring students for the...

Education

Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus

Bachelor of Science, Aerospace Engineering

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1520
ACT
36
Max

Certified Tutor

Max

Bachelors, Biology, General
Max's other Tutor Subjects
AP Statistics
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra

I am in the process now of applying for PhD programs in Computational Biology. I have done research in the field of freshwater ecology and am anticipating the publication of a paper I co-authored in the next several months.

Education

Ball State University

Bachelors, Biology, General

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1580
ACT
36
Julia

Certified Tutor

Julia

Bachelors, English & Linguistics
Julia's other Tutor Subjects
10th-11th Grade Writing
10th-11th Grade math
10th-11th Grade Reading
Pre-Algebra

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 others the same love of learning I have felt throughout my life. Whether it's getting lost in a good boo...

Education

The College of William & Mary

Bachelors, English & Linguistics

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1600
Arthur

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Arthur

Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Arthur's other Tutor Subjects
Statistics
Middle School Math
Geometry
Calculus

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.

Education

Middlebury College

Bachelor in Arts, Economics

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1490
ACT
36
John

Certified Tutor

16+ years

John

Bachelor of Fine Arts, English/Drama
John's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
College Algebra
Middle School Math
Geometry

I'm a huge Red Sox fan and love watching detective shows when I have free time.

Education

University of St Thomas

Bachelor of Fine Arts, English/Drama

American Academy of Dramatic Arts

Associates, Acting

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1420
ACT
36
Samantha

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Samantha

Current Grad Student, MD
Samantha's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Algebra 3/4
Geometry

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 children's theatre to private tutoring in math, science, and standardized test prep, I enjoy helping my stu...

Education

Duke University

Bachelors in Global Health Determinants, Behaviors, and Interventions

Harvard Medical School

Current Grad Student, MD

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1600
ACT
36
Ken

Certified Tutor

Ken

Current Grad, Physical Therapy
Ken's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Arithmetic
Pre-Calculus

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

Education

Wake Forest University

Bachelors, Psychology

Stony Brook University

Current Grad, Physical Therapy

Test Scores
SAT
1570

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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