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Julie

Bachelor of Education, Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
1+ years of tutoring

I am a graduate of Buena Vista University with a degree in Bachelor of Arts in Education and Iowa State University receiving a Special Education Endorsement. While attending school, I tutored students...

Education & Certificates

Buena Vista University

Bachelor of Education, Physical Education Teaching and Coaching

Iowa State University

Certificate, Special Education

Summer

Bachelor
2+ years of tutoring

HI! My name is Summer, and I'm a senior in university majoring in accounting and finance. I have been with Varsity for 3 years now, am in my second year in my mentoring program, and have had other tut...

Education & Certificates

Buena Vista University

Bachelor

Kate

Masters, Environmental Engineering
1+ years of tutoring

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 mon...

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Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Masters, Environmental Engineering

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Bachelors

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Jai

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
9+ years of tutoring

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) ...

Education & Certificates

Stanford University

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

ACT Scores

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Jessica

PHD, Medicine
1+ years of tutoring

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...

Education & Certificates

Nova Southeastern University

PHD, Medicine

University of Pennsylvania

Bachelors, History

SAT Scores

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Erika

Master of Public Policy, Public Policy
1+ years of tutoring

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...

Education & Certificates

Harvard University

Master of Public Policy, Public Policy

ACT Scores

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Rhea

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
6+ years of tutoring

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...

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University of Chicago

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

ACT Scores

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Jeffrey

Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering
6+ years of tutoring

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 ...

Education & Certificates

University of Notre Dame

Bachelor of Science

Rice University

Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering

ACT Scores

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Sharon

Master of Science, Journalism
9+ years of tutoring

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 pla...

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Columbia University in the City of New York

Master of Science, Journalism

University of Chicago

Bachelor in Arts

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Zachary

Bachelors, Biochemistry and Biophysics
10+ years of tutoring

I am passionate about teaching and tutoring and I thoroughly enjoy helping students gain an understanding and a drive for their studies. I have a long history of working with students of all grade lev...

Education & Certificates

Yale University

Bachelors, Biochemistry and Biophysics

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Frequently Asked Questions

Tutors who attended or graduated from Buena Vista University bring firsthand experience with rigorous coursework and understand the academic standards you're working toward. They've successfully navigated the same challenges you're facing and can share practical strategies that actually work. Beyond their BVU education, these tutors are vetted professionals who specialize in their subjects and excel at explaining complex concepts in ways that stick.

An alumnus tutor understands BVU's academic culture, expectations, and learning environment from lived experience. They can speak to how to excel in your courses, what professors value, and how to succeed in your major. Beyond that, they provide mentorship informed by their own college journey—they know what it takes to thrive both academically and personally at your university.

Varsity Tutors connects students with alumni tutors across a wide range of subjects, from core courses like mathematics, sciences, and writing to specialized areas aligned with BVU's academic programs. Whether you need help with introductory courses, major-specific classes, or test preparation, you can find a tutor with expertise in your subject and firsthand knowledge of how it's taught at BVU. The key is that they've not only studied the material—they've mastered it.

When you reach out to Varsity Tutors, we learn about your specific academic needs and goals, then connect you with a qualified tutor who attended BVU and specializes in your subject. The matching process takes into account both the tutor's educational background at BVU and their expertise in helping students like you succeed. From there, you'll work together on personalized 1-on-1 instruction tailored to your learning style and academic challenges.

Yes. Tutors who work with Varsity Tutors go through a vetting process to ensure they have the expertise and teaching ability to support your learning. For BVU alumni specifically, their educational background at your university is an added credential that demonstrates they've succeeded in rigorous coursework. They're committed to personalized instruction and helping you achieve your academic goals, whether that's improving your GPA, mastering difficult material, or preparing for exams.

Absolutely. A tutor who graduated from BVU can mentor you on study habits, time management, and how to navigate college-level work effectively. They've been where you are and understand the transition to university-level expectations. Beyond academics, they can share insights about succeeding at BVU, connecting with your major, and developing the skills that matter for your future—all grounded in their own experience as a BVU student.

Personalized 1-on-1 instruction means your tutor adapts to how you learn, focuses on your specific gaps, and moves at your pace—not the pace of a class of 30 students. A tutor who attended BVU adds another layer: they understand your university's academic expectations and can mentor you based on their successful experience there. Research on learning consistently shows that individualized instruction is one of the most effective ways to improve understanding and performance, and having a tutor with BVU credentials makes that instruction even more relevant to your situation.

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