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Anthony
BA University
5+ Years Tutoring

I made it through the actuarial exams, and you can to! You cannot study for the actuarial exams like any other math test - they require special preparation for the unique types of questions asked. I have been on all sides of the actuarial exam process - I passed the exams myself, I have written questions for exams, helped the SOA make curriculum decisions, and graded exams. I'd love to help you pass your next actuarial exam! My work as a healthcare consulting actuary has also led me to attain the Certified Professional Coder (CPC) credential, a subject which I have a real passion for. Medical coding is the backbone of our country's healthcare systems financing, and the cost of healthcare has never been more important. That means we need good coders like never before - passing the CPC is an important step for you filling that role!

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Aaron
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Aaron
BA The University of Texas at Dallas • Current Grad Student, Mechanical Engineering Duke University
10+ Years Tutoring

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 electronics, playing Pokemon, or picking at my guitar.

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Mimi
MS Harvard University • BA Dartmouth College
6+ Years Tutoring

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 subjects, I take a creative, inquiry-based and learner-centered approach, designing opportunities for each unique individual to meet their learning goals.

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Nina
MS Columbia University • BA Northwestern University
10+ Years Tutoring

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 at Columbia University in my department and also have tutored graduate students and undergraduates privately as well. My primary areas of tutoring are math and statistics coursework in addition to math sections on standardized tests such as the GRE and GMAT. I am very passionate about helping students feel more confident and excited about math. In my spare time, I enjoy running, playing piano, and spending time with friends and family.

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Reid
PhD Harvard University • BA Wesleyan University
1+ Years Tutoring

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 towards passing the US Citizenship Exam and taught English in India, where I lived for six months. Whenever I work with a student I personalize the lessons to fit their particular learning style, since I know every student is unique and having the right fit can make all the difference in making learning fun and effective. My strengths are tutoring the social sciences and humanities, as well as making math and standardized tests approachable to students that normally don't like those subjects. In my spare time I like traveling, spending time in the outdoors (climbing & backpacking), meditation, and playing soccer. Next fall I will be beginning my PhD in Education at Harvard University.

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Christopher
BA Harvard College
1+ Years Tutoring

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 tutor for both Math and Spanish programs in high school and enjoyed the strides I made with students. I am willing to tutor any subject I have a background in, but am strong in mathematics, the sciences, Spanish, history, writing, and ACT prep. I enjoy teaching mathematics most due to the joy I can see in children once they master a topic and can answer even pointed questions meant to stump them, and maybe even put their knowledge to real world use. As a tutor, I like to give a strong foundation to orient my student, and then gradually grant them more freedom and independence until they can feel themselves grasp the concept, pointing out pitfalls or common errors along the way; teachers who used these methods on me always left the most lasting impressions. Outside of my studies, I really enjoy listening to music, both old favorites and new interests, reading classics, and gaming/playing basketball with my friends.

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Solange
BA Harvard University
8+ Years Tutoring

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 campus); social sciences; and literature/writing.

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Liz
MS Simmons College • BA Washington University in St. Louis
1+ Years Tutoring

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 my Masters in Mild to Moderate Disabilities from Simmons College. I have worked extensively with students with a range of abilities, including students with specific learning disabilities, emotional impairments, dyslexia, and ADHD. My teaching experience has given me a deep understanding of the knowledge and habits essential to academic success and has given me the opportunity to hone a variety of strategies that ensure students at each level can achieve their academic goals. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, my favorite ones are Reading, Elementary/Middle School Math, History, and Test Prep. In my experience, tutoring is the most rewarding when a student has that "aha!" moment and achieves a new level of understanding and confidence in his/her abilities. I am a firm believer in the transformative power of education, and I see my role to be that of a facilitator and coach who is there to help the student reach his/her goals through individualized support and rigorous practice. In my free time, I enjoy reading, running, practicing my Spanish, and discovering new music. I am also an avid traveler and just got back from a 3 month trip to South America. I look forward to the opportunity to work with you!

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Michelle
MD Baylor College of Medicine • BA Rice University
1+ Years Tutoring

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 Medicine.

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Charles
BA Yale University
1+ Years Tutoring

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 describe my tutoring style as one that adapts to each students' needs. For example, I have always tried to frame questions in a different way so that the student can better understand the question. Some students need visual representations of numbers and systems to understand them, and others benefit more by understanding the concepts behind each formula. I prefer to tutor in math and physics, and especially with real world application problems. I hope to help students improve their standardized test scores and their understanding of the math and sciences so that they can achieve their academic goals!

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Justin
BA Washington University in St. Louis • Doctor of Philosophy, Computational Mathematics University of Chicago
9+ Years Tutoring

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 Computational and Applied Mathematics. I've tutored introductory physics students for three years and enjoyed it thoroughly, as a chance to help other students while revisiting fundamental concepts to enhance my own knowledge. I'm eager to continue reaching out and helping students of math and physics to succeed and, furthermore, to appreciate the beauty and power of these subjects.

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Isabella
BA Massachusetts Institute of Technology • Current Grad Student, Operations Research Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus
9+ Years Tutoring

I am a graduate of MIT. I received my Bachelor of Science in Mathematics with minors in Management Science and Ancient and Medieval Studies. Since graduation, I have started my PhD at Georgia Tech in Operations Research. Throughout my career I have TA'd several math and computer science courses at the college level. I have also taught at summer programs for gifted middle school and high school students. I am passionate about tutoring kids in math and science because I think that a strong foundation in STEM at an early age can set the tone for their future. In my spare time I like to engage in athletics, and was a Division 1 rower in college.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Students preparing for Exam FM often struggle most with interest rate derivatives, immunization strategies, and the complexities of bond pricing under different yield curve scenarios. Additionally, the practical application of duration and convexity—particularly when answering questions that require both conceptual understanding and precise calculation—trips up many candidates. A tutor experienced with Exam FM can break down these interconnected concepts and help you build intuition for why certain formulas apply in specific contexts, rather than just memorizing calculations.

Exam FM requires solving 35 questions in 3 hours, which means you'll need to average about 5 minutes per question—but some questions demand far more time than others. A tutor can help you identify which question types you can solve quickly (like simple present value calculations) versus which ones require deeper work (like forward rate analysis or bond convexity problems). They can also teach you strategic shortcuts, such as recognizing when approximation formulas are sufficient versus when you need exact calculations, and help you practice triage so you don't get stuck on a single difficult problem.

This is one of the most common challenges on Exam FM—questions often present scenarios without labeling them as "immunization" or "forward rate" problems, requiring you to recognize the underlying concept first. A tutor can help you develop a diagnostic framework: learning to identify key phrases (like "minimize risk," "match cash flows," or "expected return"), understand what each major formula family solves for, and practice working backward from answer choices to confirm your approach. Regular practice with past exams and targeted problem sets builds this pattern recognition so you can confidently select the right tools under time pressure.

Yield curve questions on Exam FM require understanding the relationship between spot rates, forward rates, and bond pricing—concepts that are abstract until you see them applied. A tutor can use visual tools and real-world examples to show how forward rates are derived from the spot curve, then walk you through problems that build from simple two-period scenarios to complex multi-period analysis. They can also help you avoid common mistakes like confusing forward rates with future spot rates, or miscalculating the discount factors needed for bond valuation in non-standard scenarios.

Effective Exam FM preparation requires moving beyond isolated topic drills to full-length practice exams under timed conditions, ideally in the 2-3 weeks before your test date. A tutor can help you create a study schedule that builds depth in weak areas while maintaining your strengths, recommend high-quality practice materials aligned with the current exam syllabus, and conduct timed mock exams to identify patterns in your mistakes—whether they're calculation errors, conceptual misunderstandings, or pacing problems. Between tutoring sessions, they can assign targeted problem sets that focus on your specific gaps rather than generic review.

Test anxiety on Exam FM is often rooted in fear of calculation errors or getting stuck on a difficult problem, which can snowball during the exam. A tutor can help you build confidence by repeatedly practicing under realistic timed conditions, so the exam format feels familiar rather than threatening. They can also teach you concrete strategies: checking your work on calculations using alternative methods, recognizing when to skip a problem and return to it later, and developing a pre-exam routine that centers you. As you solve more problems correctly and see your practice scores improve, your confidence naturally builds.

A strong Exam FM tutor should have passed the exam themselves and ideally hold or be working toward an actuarial credential (ASA, FSA, or equivalent), demonstrating deep mastery of the material. Beyond credentials, they should have experience teaching the specific topics that challenge students most—like immunization, forward rates, and duration convexity—and be able to explain not just how to solve problems but why certain approaches work. They should also be familiar with the current exam format, question styles, and common pitfalls that trip up candidates, and be skilled at diagnosing whether your errors stem from calculation mistakes, conceptual gaps, or time management issues.

Score improvement depends heavily on where you're starting and how much time you invest, but students who work with a tutor often see meaningful gains—particularly in their ability to tackle complex multi-step problems and manage time effectively. If you're struggling with foundational concepts, tutoring can help you build solid understanding that translates to 10-20 point improvements or more. If you're already scoring well but hitting a plateau, a tutor can help you refine your approach to the trickiest questions and eliminate careless errors, often resulting in smaller but important improvements. Most students benefit from starting tutoring 8-12 weeks before their target exam date.

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