Economics is typically taught as a semester course in Utah high schools, covering microeconomics and macroeconomics fundamentals. Tutors work with students on Utah's core standards, including understanding economic systems, consumer and producer behavior, and fiscal policy. Whether your student is in a standard Economics course or AP Economics, personalized instruction ensures they master both the conceptual foundations and the analytical skills needed for assessments.

The first session is focused on understanding your student's current level, learning goals, and specific challenges—whether that's graphing skills, understanding macroeconomic concepts, or preparing for the AP exam. The tutor will assess which topics need the most attention and develop a personalized plan. This foundation ensures every subsequent session builds efficiently toward measurable improvement.

In a classroom of 20+ students, teachers must move at an average pace—leaving some students behind and others unchallenged. Personalized 1-on-1 instruction allows tutors to slow down on difficult concepts like elasticity or inflation, use real examples relevant to your student's interests, and adjust explanations until the concept truly clicks. This targeted approach typically accelerates understanding and confidence in ways group instruction cannot match.

Yes. AP Economics (both Micro and Macro) requires strong conceptual understanding and the ability to apply economic principles to complex scenarios. Tutors help students master the core units, practice free-response questions, analyze graphs and data, and develop test-taking strategies. With personalized instruction, students can focus on their weaker units rather than reviewing material they already know.

Understanding economics is much more meaningful when students see it in action. Tutors can use examples from Salt Lake City's economy—like how tech companies compete for talent, how housing prices reflect supply and demand, or how local businesses respond to inflation—to make abstract concepts concrete. This approach not only deepens understanding but also helps students see why Economics matters beyond the classroom.

Pricing varies based on the tutor's experience and your student's needs, and we can provide specific options after understanding your situation. Most students see meaningful improvement—better grades, stronger conceptual understanding, increased confidence—within 4-6 weeks of consistent tutoring, though the timeline depends on starting level and frequency of sessions. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who work within your budget and schedule.

Tutors working with Varsity Tutors have strong backgrounds in Economics—often with degrees in Economics, Business, Finance, or related fields, plus proven teaching experience. Many have taught Economics in schools or worked in economics-related professions. All tutors are vetted for expertise and teaching ability, ensuring your student learns from someone who truly understands both the subject and how to explain it clearly.