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Corwyn

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Corwyn

Masters in Education, Special Education
Corwyn's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math
College Essays

I am passionate about helping students because I experienced many difficulties as a student. I enjoy helping students overcome learning difficulties. This led me to teaching. I have been in education for over 20 years. I have taught in K-12, college, in the U.S., and abroad.

Education

The Ohio State University

Masters in Education, Special Education

Rockford College

Bachelor in Arts, Visual and Performing Arts, General

Matthew

Certified Tutor

Matthew

Bachelor's
Matthew's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Public Speaking
College Essays

I am a lawyer, an English major, and former educational administrator who recently started a business. I live in Brooklyn and I'm originally from Jacksonville, Florida. I've lived all over the country in Los Angeles, Chicago, Florida, and NYC. Formerly I practiced bankruptcy law.

Education

University

Bachelor's

Jessica

Certified Tutor

Jessica

PHD, Medicine
Jessica's other Tutor Subjects
College Algebra
Calculus
Algebra
Honors Chemistry

I am a licensed physician from Florida who is currently changing careers. I graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 2009 and have extensive tutoring and editing experience. While a student, I became a certified writing tutor through the Critical Writing Department. Since I completed my writ...

Education

Nova Southeastern University

PHD, Medicine

University of Pennsylvania

Bachelors, History

University of Pennsylvania

undergraduate

Test Scores
SAT
1540
Jai

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Jai

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Jai's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Electrical Engineering
ACT Writing

I'm a recent Stanford graduate (Electrical Engineering and Computer Science), and have been working at a major Management Consulting firm for a few years now. I personally scored a 2360 (out of 2400) on the SAT and 35 on the ACT and was successful in gaining admission to several top universities. I'...

Education

Stanford University

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

Test Scores
SAT
1590
ACT
35
Kate

Certified Tutor

Kate

Masters, Environmental Engineering
Kate's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
College Algebra
Pre-Calculus

I'm available to tutor biology, chemistry, physics, math from Algebra up through AP Calculus, SAT test prep, and French. I've been tutoring students in science and math for 7 years. I also spent 8 months working and studying in France, and have tutored high school and adult students in French. When ...

Education

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Masters, Environmental Engineering

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Bachelors

Test Scores
SAT
1580
Jeffrey

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Jeffrey

Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering
Jeffrey's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Calculus
Geometry
Calculus
Algebra

I am enrolled in the Mechanical Engineering PhD program at Rice University which will begin Fall 2020, and I am hoping to return to academia as a professor after earning my PhD. In the meantime, I am looking to share my passion for gaining knowledge, specifically in STEM, by educating the up and com...

Education

University of Notre Dame

Bachelor of Science

Rice University

Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering

Test Scores
ACT
34
Erika

Certified Tutor

Erika

Master of Public Policy, Public Policy
Erika's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

I am available to tutor middle and high school math, history and test prep. I have tutored math and history in the past and I previously taught a test prep course at a school in Hanoi, Vietnam. I have a lot of experience teaching all the need-to-know tricks to doing great on the SATS/ACTS! When I am...

Education

Harvard University

Master of Public Policy, Public Policy

Test Scores
ACT
32
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
Earnest

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Earnest

Masters, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
Earnest's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Pre-Calculus
Calculus

I am comfortable with either setting. I'm confident that I can help you (or your student) achieve to the best of their ability, so please don't hesitate to get in touch!

Education

University of Pennsylvania

Masters, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering

University of Pennsylvania

Bachelors, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering

Test Scores
SAT
1530
Tiffany

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Tiffany

Juris Doctor, Legal Studies
Tiffany's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math

I am available to tutor a broad range of subjects, I am passionate about test preparation, Accountancy, and Algebra.

Education

University of Notre Dame

Bachelor in Business Administration, Accounting

University of Chicago

Juris Doctor, Legal Studies

Test Scores
SAT
1440
ACT
31

Frequently Asked Questions

Many Dallas residents and recent law school graduates pursue bar admission in Illinois due to job opportunities, relocation plans, or law school attendance in Illinois. The Illinois bar exam has unique essay components and state-specific substantive law that differs from Texas, making targeted preparation essential for success.

Your first session focuses on assessing your current knowledge of Illinois law, identifying your strongest and weakest subject areas, and understanding your specific bar exam goals. A tutor will review your study timeline, discuss your learning style, and create a personalized roadmap for the weeks ahead.

The Illinois exam emphasizes essay questions that require deep knowledge of state-specific rules, particularly in areas like civil procedure, evidence, and family law. Many test-takers struggle with time management during the exam, essay organization, and distinguishing between Illinois law and general common law principles they learned in law school.

Bar prep courses provide broad coverage of all tested subjects, but personalized tutoring targets your specific gaps and learning pace. A tutor can spend extra time on your weakest areas, provide detailed feedback on practice essays, and adjust explanations to match how you learn best—something large group courses simply can't offer.

Most bar candidates benefit from 8-12 weeks of focused preparation, though this varies based on your law school performance, how much time you can dedicate weekly, and which subjects need the most work. Starting tutoring earlier allows for deeper mastery of complex topics and multiple practice essay attempts.

Yes—essay writing is one of the strongest areas for personalized tutoring. Tutors can review your practice essays, provide detailed feedback on organization and legal analysis, help you identify which issues to spot, and teach you to write concisely under time pressure. This targeted practice leads to measurable score improvements.

Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who have passed the Illinois Bar Exam and have direct experience with its unique format and content. Many tutors have practiced law in Illinois or taught bar preparation courses, giving them insider knowledge of what examiners test and how to approach each question type effectively.

Pricing is flexible and based on your tutor's expertise, the frequency of sessions, and your preparation timeline. Many bar exam candidates benefit from 2-3 sessions weekly during their study period. Varsity Tutors can help match you with tutors at different price points and discuss package options that fit your budget.

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