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Barnard College
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University of New Hampshire-Main Campus
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University of Ghana
Bachelor of Science, Agricultural Economics
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Doctor of Philosophy, Applied Economics

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4+ years
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Score improvements depend on your starting point and consistency with tutoring. Students who work with tutors on targeted practice, question analysis, and essay strategies often see meaningful gains—typically 1-3 points on the AP scale. The key is identifying your specific weak areas (whether that's document analysis, timeline mastery, or essay structure) and building skills systematically over time.
Your first session focuses on understanding where you stand. A tutor will assess your familiarity with key periods and themes, review your current study approach, and identify specific challenges—whether that's managing the exam's time pressure, analyzing primary sources, or structuring DBQ essays. From there, you'll develop a personalized study plan targeting your biggest opportunities for improvement.
The three main hurdles are: (1) managing the sheer volume of content across 16 periods of American history, (2) mastering document-based questions (DBQs) and short-answer questions that require source analysis, and (3) pacing during the exam—students often run out of time on the free-response section. Tutors help you prioritize high-impact topics, practice efficient source analysis, and build speed through targeted drills.
The exam has two sections: a 55-minute multiple-choice and short-answer section (60% of your score), and a 100-minute free-response section with one DBQ and one long essay (40% of your score). Success requires balancing content knowledge with strong analytical writing. Tutors typically emphasize practicing all three free-response formats, understanding how to use evidence effectively, and developing a consistent essay structure that scores well with AP graders.
This varies based on your baseline knowledge and test date. Students preparing 3-4 months out often benefit from weekly sessions combined with independent practice and full-length practice tests. If you're closer to exam day or targeting a specific score improvement, more frequent sessions (2-3 per week) can accelerate progress. A tutor can recommend a schedule based on your current performance and goals.
Practice tests reveal timing issues, content gaps, and question format patterns you need to master. The most effective approach is taking full-length, timed practice tests, then reviewing every single question—especially ones you missed or guessed on—to understand why the correct answer is right. Tutors help you analyze your practice test results to identify patterns (like struggling with a specific era or question type) and adjust your study focus accordingly.
Strong DBQ performance starts with reading the prompt carefully, identifying the historical context being tested, and developing a clear thesis before diving into documents. Then, you'll analyze each document for its perspective, purpose, and relevance to your argument—using evidence strategically rather than summarizing everything. Tutors teach you to structure your essay efficiently, integrate sources naturally, and practice this format repeatedly so it feels automatic on test day.
Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors in Memphis who specialize in AP US History and understand the exam's demands. When you get matched with a tutor, you'll work with someone experienced in helping students master content, improve essay writing, and build test-taking confidence. Your tutor will create a customized study plan based on your current level and target score.
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