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10+ years
Elliot
Rhetorical analysis clicks faster when a student can name exactly what an author is doing — whether it's a concession-and-rebuttal structure, an appeal to shared values, or a strategic shift in tone between paragraphs. Elliot's background as an avid reader and writer gives him a sharp eye for these ...
Vanderbilt University
Current Undergrad, Neuroscience

Certified Tutor
10+ years
Aaron
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...
The University of Texas at Dallas
Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering
Duke University
Current Grad Student, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
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.
Certified Tutor
10+ years
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
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...
Harvard University
PHD, Education
Wesleyan University
Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
Certified Tutor
Christopher
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...
Harvard College
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
8+ years
Solange
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...
Harvard University
Bachelor in Arts (Sociology & Women's Studies)
Certified Tutor
Charles
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...
Yale University
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
Michelle
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...
Baylor College of Medicine
Current Grad Student, M.D.
Rice University
Bachelor's in Biochemistry and Cell Biology
Certified Tutor
Liz
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 ...
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)
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Justin
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...
Washington University in St. Louis
Bachelor's in Physics and Mathematics
University of Chicago
Doctor of Philosophy, Computational Mathematics
Certified Tutor
Asta
I am a graduate of the University of Chicago where I received my undergraduate degree in political science. Right after graduation, I worked as an academic and test prep tutor as well as admissions consultant in Hong Kong. For the past two years, I worked with a number of students to help prepare th...
University of Chicago
Bachelor in Arts in Political Science
Certified Tutor
Justin
I am a graduate of the University of Chicago where I received my Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy. Currently, I am in the master's program at the University of New Mexico where I am continuing my education in philosophy. Ultimately, I hope to go on to earn a PhD in Philosophy so that I can continue en...
University of Chicago
Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy
University of New Mexico-Main Campus
Current Grad Student, Philosophy
Certified Tutor
10+ years
I am excited to be home and help fellow straphangers on their educational paths! My largest wealth of tutoring experience is in foreign languages--particularly French--but I also feel very comfortable editing essays of any kind and working through standardized test concepts. My availability is extre...
Brown University
Bachelors
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Andrew
I am comfortable tutoring math subjects up to multivariable calculus and differential equations, as well as college physics.
University of North Texas
Bachelor of Science, Physics
Vanderbilt University
Doctor of Philosophy, Biomedical Engineering
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AP English Language and Composition is a college-level course that focuses on analyzing and writing persuasive and rhetorical texts. Students learn to identify rhetorical strategies, analyze arguments, and develop their own compelling writing across multiple formats including essays, speeches, and advertisements. The AP exam tests these skills through multiple-choice questions and three free-response writing prompts (synthesis, rhetorical analysis, and argument essays).
The exam is 3 hours long and consists of two sections: a 1-hour multiple-choice section (52 questions based on reading passages) and a 2-hour free-response section (three essays). Time management is critical—many students struggle with pacing on the multiple-choice section and leave insufficient time for thorough essay planning. Understanding the specific rubrics for each essay type and practicing under timed conditions helps students develop the rhythm needed to perform well.
Students often struggle with identifying rhetorical devices and understanding how they function within arguments, distinguishing between summary and analysis in rhetorical analysis essays, and managing time across all three free-response prompts. Many also find the multiple-choice section challenging because it requires careful reading of dense passages and understanding nuanced answer choices. Personalized 1-on-1 instruction helps students target their specific weak areas, whether that's argument construction, evidence integration, or recognizing rhetorical strategies in unfamiliar texts.
Score improvement depends on your starting point, consistency with practice, and the specific skills you need to develop. Students who work with tutors typically see meaningful gains by focusing on their weakest areas—whether that's essay organization, multiple-choice strategy, or rhetorical analysis skills. Research on 1-on-1 instruction shows that personalized feedback and targeted practice significantly accelerate learning, especially when combined with regular practice tests and revision cycles over several months.
Your first session is diagnostic and collaborative. A tutor will assess your current strengths and weaknesses by reviewing your writing samples, discussing your familiarity with rhetorical concepts, and understanding your specific goals (score target, timeline, areas of concern). From there, you'll develop a personalized study plan that might focus on essay writing, multiple-choice strategy, rhetorical analysis, or a combination of these based on your needs.
Most students benefit from starting preparation 2-3 months before the exam, though this varies based on your starting point and goals. A typical study schedule includes weekly tutoring sessions combined with independent practice—working through practice essays, completing timed multiple-choice sections, and revising based on feedback. Consistent, focused practice over time is more effective than cramming, and tutors help you maintain momentum and adjust your strategy as you progress.
Look for tutors with strong AP exam experience, ideally those who have taught or scored AP exams and understand the specific rubrics and expectations. They should be skilled at analyzing rhetoric and argumentation, experienced in teaching essay writing and revision, and able to explain complex concepts clearly. Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who have demonstrated mastery of AP English Language and Composition content and proven success helping students improve their scores.
Each essay type requires different skills: the synthesis essay asks you to combine multiple sources into a coherent argument, the rhetorical analysis essay requires you to examine how an author persuades their audience, and the argument essay asks you to develop and support your own position. Personalized tutoring helps you understand the distinct demands of each format, practice writing under time constraints, and receive targeted feedback on your thesis development, evidence selection, and analysis depth. Most students improve significantly by completing multiple practice essays in each category with revision cycles.
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