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5+ years
Corwyn
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.
The Ohio State University
Masters in Education, Special Education
Rockford College
Bachelor in Arts, Visual and Performing Arts, General
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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.
University
Bachelor's
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Jai
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'...
Stanford University
Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Certified Tutor
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...
Nova Southeastern University
PHD, Medicine
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelors, History
University of Pennsylvania
undergraduate
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Kate
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 ...
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Masters, Environmental Engineering
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Bachelors
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Jeffrey
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...
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor of Science
Rice University
Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Rhea
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...
University of Chicago
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Certified Tutor
Erika
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...
Harvard University
Master of Public Policy, Public Policy
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Tony
I am a recent graduate of Yale University and incoming first year medical student at Columbia University. Originally from the DC area, I have always had a passion for science and medicine and pursued a degree in Biology while at Yale. During the 2008-2009 academic year, I tutored science, math, Engl...
Yale University
Bachelor of Science in Biology
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Sharon
I am a graduate of the University of Chicago, and I will be starting a graduate program at Columbia in August. I am about to complete a year of service with City Year, an education non-profit that places young adults into under-served schools. As a City Year member, I worked full-time in the classro...
Columbia University in the City of New York
Master of Science, Journalism
University of Chicago
Bachelor in Arts
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Frequently Asked Questions
Illinois Bar Exam preparation covers the Multistate Bar Exam (MBE), the Illinois-specific essay portion (MEE), and the Multistate Performance Test (MPT). A comprehensive study plan typically includes mastering substantive law across 7 major subjects, practicing timed essays, and developing test-taking strategies specific to the Illinois bar's format and passing standards.
Personalized 1-on-1 instruction allows tutors to identify your specific weak areas—whether that's MBE performance, essay writing, or Illinois-specific rules—and focus study time there rather than covering material broadly. This targeted approach typically leads to faster improvement and more efficient use of your limited study time before the exam.
Many students struggle with time management on the MBE, balancing depth of substantive knowledge with breadth across all subjects, and adapting their essay-writing skills to the bar exam format. Others find the Illinois-specific rules and local procedure questions challenging, especially if they attended law school outside Illinois. Personalized tutoring can target whichever of these areas you find most difficult.
Your first session typically involves assessing your current knowledge level, understanding your strengths and weak areas, and learning about your study timeline and goals. The tutor will likely review your practice test scores, discuss which subjects need the most attention, and create a personalized study plan tailored to your learning style and schedule.
Most bar candidates spend 6-12 weeks in intensive preparation after law school graduation, though this varies based on your starting point and how many hours you can dedicate weekly. Personalized tutoring can accelerate progress by helping you focus on high-impact areas rather than spending equal time on subjects you've already mastered, potentially shortening your overall preparation timeline.
Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who have extensive bar exam experience, including those who have passed the Illinois bar themselves and understand both the MBE and Illinois-specific requirements. When you get matched with a tutor, you can review their background, experience with bar prep, and success helping other candidates prepare.
Progress is typically measured through practice test scores (especially MBE diagnostic exams and full-length practice tests), essay grading rubrics, and your performance on timed practice questions. Your tutor can help you set specific score targets, track improvement week-to-week, and adjust your study plan based on which topics still need work as your exam date approaches.
Bar exam tutoring costs vary based on the tutor's experience level and how many sessions you need, but most candidates benefit from 10-20 sessions spread across their preparation period. Varsity Tutors offers flexible options so you can get matched with experienced tutors at different price points and adjust your plan based on your budget and timeline.
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