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Jett
An electrical engineering curriculum at UT Austin means Jett solves algebra and data-interpretation problems daily — the same quantitative skills the PSAT's no-calculator section tests when students can't fall back on a graphing calculator. His 1580 SAT confirms he's mastered the full test architect...
The University of Texas at Austin
Bachelor of Science, Electrical (Computer) Engineering

Certified Tutor
7+ years
Jasmine
I am a recent graduate from The University of Texas at Austin, where I triple majored in Plan II Honors, Psychology, and Music. I have always valued education and effective testing taking strategies, especially as an incoming medical student. I am very meticulous, patient, and motivating! I have tut...
The University of Texas at Austin
Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
University of North Texas Health Science Center
Doctor of Medicine, Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
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Neil
I am a graduate of University of Delaware, where I studied Anthropology and Theatre Performance. I have tutored extensively in math subjects (including SAT/ACT prep) which I have always enjoyed, being the son of a math professor. I have worked in various capacities as a math tutor/teacher, including...
University of Delaware
Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
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I know firsthand how much effort it takes to succeed. I earned a 1520 SAT, 33 ACT, and a 4.0 GPA before graduating with a Bachelor's in Finance and a minor in Political Science from BYU. With over two years of tutoring experience, I've helped students of all ages, from elementary kids learning to re...
Brigham Young University
Bachelor's
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16+ years
John
John's English and Drama training sharpened the close-reading and rhetorical analysis skills that the PSAT's Evidence-Based Reading section rewards — identifying how authors structure arguments, use tone shifts, and deploy evidence across paired passages. His 36 ACT and experience teaching both SAT ...
University of St Thomas
Bachelor of Fine Arts, English/Drama
American Academy of Dramatic Arts
Associates, Acting
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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
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Maggie
I am working toward an MD at Stanford University. I am happy to help with MCAT, SAT, SAT subject, AP test prep, and general academic subjects. Throughout my 8 years of experiencing tutoring middle school and high school students, I aim to help students raise their test scores through targeting point...
Yale University
Bachelor in Arts, Economics/ Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology
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Chloe
Comparative Literature trained Chloe to do one thing relentlessly — read closely and argue precisely about what a text is actually doing — which is the entire game on the PSAT's Evidence-Based Reading and Writing sections. Her 1540 SAT means she's already navigated the test the PSAT is modeled on, a...
The University of Texas at Austin
Masters, Master of Global Policy Studies
New York University
Bachelor in Arts, Comparative Literature
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Jonathan
I am currently a Master's student at Cornell University. I graduated with my Bachelor's of Science from Cornell in 2016 and I plan to attend medical school in the fall of 2017. I am really excited to be tutoring for Varsity tutors because I really enjoy helping students with subjects that gave me tr...
Cornell University
Bachelor of Science
Cornell University
Current Grad Student, Human Development
Certified Tutor
8+ years
Eisha
I'm Eisha, a Public Health major at the University of Texas at Austin with an interest in medicine and teaching.
The University of Texas at Austin
Bachelor of Science, Public Health
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Daniel
I am continuing my education with a Master's in the same field. For years, I've helped my friends and siblings with homework for school, and they've always told me that I had a talent for teaching; I understand concepts very easily, and explanations come easy as well. The goal that I work towards fo...
The University of Texas at Austin
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
3+ years
Karen
The University of Texas at Dallas
Bachelor of Science, Health Sciences, General
Certified Tutor
8+ years
Mackenzie
I'm starting my junior year at Northwestern University in Evanston, IL. I'm currently getting my degree in biology with a concentration in health and human disease, global health, and a minor in French. I love reading, traveling, learning and helping others learn! I have experience tutoring high sch...
Northwestern University
Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Patricia
I am experienced in tutoring math, science, English, and the environmental sciences, but my favorite subjects to tutor are beginner's Chinese, reading and writing skills, and essay writing and revision. Over the years, I've seen that every student has an individual, personalized learning style, and ...
Washington University in St. Louis
Bachelor in Arts
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Rakhi
Rakhi's applied math degree means the PSAT's quantitative sections — Heart of Algebra, Passport to Advanced Math, and the data-analysis questions that require interpreting tables without a calculator — play directly to her training. But she also covers the Writing and Language section, where her 155...
Columbia University in the City of New York
Bachelor in Arts, Applied Math
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Frequently Asked Questions
Score improvement depends on your starting point and effort, but students typically see gains of 50-150 points when working with a tutor on targeted weak areas. The PSAT is scored from 320-1520, so focusing on specific sections—whether that's reading comprehension, math problem-solving, or writing—allows tutors to identify exactly where you're losing points and build strategies to recover them. Consistent practice combined with personalized instruction tends to yield the strongest results.
Your first session focuses on understanding your current strengths and challenges. A tutor will likely review your recent practice test scores, discuss which sections feel most difficult, and ask about your timeline and goals. This diagnostic conversation helps the tutor create a personalized study plan—whether you need help with reading speed, math strategies, or test anxiety—so your sessions target what matters most for your score.
Pacing is one of the biggest challenges students face, especially on the reading section where time pressure can derail accuracy. Tutors teach specific strategies like skimming techniques, question prioritization, and time-boxing (allocating set minutes per question type). Working through timed practice tests with a tutor helps you develop a rhythm that works for your brain, so you're not rushing through easy questions or getting stuck on hard ones.
This is incredibly common, and tutors are skilled at addressing uneven performance. If reading is your weak spot, a tutor will help you understand whether it's a comprehension issue, vocabulary gap, or time management problem—then build targeted strategies. For San Antonio students juggling multiple classes, focused tutoring on just your challenging section is often more efficient than trying to improve everything at once.
Practice tests are essential—they're how you identify patterns in your mistakes and build test stamina. Tutors use full-length practice tests to diagnose weak areas, then use shorter drills to build skills in those specific areas. Taking practice tests under timed conditions also helps reduce test anxiety since you're practicing the exact conditions you'll face on test day.
Test anxiety often stems from feeling unprepared or uncertain about what to expect. Tutors build confidence by familiarizing you with every question format, teaching you strategies that feel automatic, and working through timed practice tests so the actual test feels like something you've done before. Knowing you have a solid game plan for each section significantly reduces the stress and panic that can hurt your performance.
Look for tutors with strong test-taking experience—ideally people who've scored well on the PSAT, SAT, or similar standardized tests and understand the nuances of each section. They should be able to explain not just the right answer, but why wrong answers are traps, and adapt their teaching style to how you learn best. Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who have proven track records helping students improve their scores.
Most students benefit from 4-12 weeks of tutoring, meeting 1-2 times per week, depending on their starting score and goals. If you're aiming for a significant improvement or tackling multiple weak areas, longer preparation gives you time to practice, get feedback, and refine strategies. Your tutor can help you create a realistic timeline based on your current level and how much you can commit to practice between sessions.
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