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McKenna

Certified Tutor

5+ years

McKenna

Bachelor in Arts, English
McKenna's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
ACT Writing
ACT English

McKenna's creative writing concentration at Tulane trained her to read texts for voice, intent, and rhetorical strategy — exactly what APUSH document-based questions ask students to do with primary sources from every era. Her political science degree adds a second layer, giving her fluency with the ...

Education

Tulane University of Louisiana

Bachelor in Arts, English

Hayley

Certified Tutor

Hayley

Bachelors, Anthropology
Hayley's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
PSAT Writing Skills
SAT Subject Test in United States History

The AP US History exam tests whether students can construct an argument from documents under time pressure — a skill that's part historical thinking, part writing craft. Hayley tackles both sides, breaking down how to read a DBQ prompt, identify relevant evidence, and write a coherent thesis-driven ...

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Barnard College

Bachelors, Anthropology

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Mimi

Masters in Education, Education
Mimi's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math

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...

Education

Harvard University

Masters in Education, Education

Dartmouth College

B.A.

Test Scores
SAT
1560

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Aaron

Current Grad Student, Mechanical Engineering
Aaron's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Calculus 2
Calculus
Algebra

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...

Education

The University of Texas at Dallas

Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering

Duke University

Current Grad Student, Mechanical Engineering

Test Scores
SAT
1530

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Nina

Masters in biostatistics
Nina's other Tutor Subjects
Statistics Graduate Level
Statistics
Calculus
Algebra

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 ...

Education

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

Test Scores
SAT
1550

Certified Tutor

Reid

PHD, Education
Reid's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

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...

Education

Harvard University

PHD, Education

Wesleyan University

Bachelor in Arts, Sociology

Test Scores
ACT
32

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Solange

Bachelor in Arts (Sociology & Women's Studies)
Solange's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
ACT Writing
Public Speaking

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...

Education

Harvard University

Bachelor in Arts (Sociology & Women's Studies)

Test Scores
ACT
34

Certified Tutor

Charles

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Charles's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
Algebra 3/4
Trigonometry

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...

Education

Yale University

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering

Test Scores
SAT
1440
ACT
34

Certified Tutor

Christopher

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Christopher's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
College Algebra
Algebra 3/4
Trigonometry

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...

Education

Harvard College

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering

Test Scores
ACT
35

Certified Tutor

Liz

Masters, Special Education: Mild to Moderate Disabilities 5-12
Liz's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

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 ...

Education

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)

Test Scores
ACT
34

Certified Tutor

Michelle

Current Grad Student, M.D.
Michelle's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Pre-Calculus
Geometry
Calculus

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...

Education

Baylor College of Medicine

Current Grad Student, M.D.

Rice University

Bachelor's in Biochemistry and Cell Biology

Test Scores
SAT
1570

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Justin

Doctor of Philosophy, Computational Mathematics
Justin's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
Multivariable Calculus

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...

Education

Washington University in St. Louis

Bachelor's in Physics and Mathematics

University of Chicago

Doctor of Philosophy, Computational Mathematics

Test Scores
SAT
1560
ACT
33

Certified Tutor

Elena

Masters, Biblical Studies
Elena's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
SSAT- Upper Level
SSAT- Middle Level

I am a graduate of McGill University (BA First Class Honors) and the University of Edinburgh (MSc First Class Honors with Distinction) with over eight years of tutoring experience. I am currently a curriculum developer for a company which creates relatable and culturally-literate courses for middle ...

Education

University of Edinburgh

Masters, Biblical Studies

Mcgill University

Bachelor in Arts, Religious Studies

Certified Tutor

James

Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry
James's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
Algebra 3/4
Geometry
Calculus

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...

Education

Harvard University

Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry

Test Scores
SAT
1570

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Henry

Bachelor in Arts, History
Henry's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
AP Environmental Science
PSAT Writing Skills

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.

Education

Harvard College

Bachelor in Arts, History

Test Scores
SAT
1530

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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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