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Waleed
I'm a graduate of the School of Engineering at Virginia Commonwealth University (2015). I have a Bachelor's of Science degree in Biomedical Engineering, and am pursuing a Masters Degree in Business Administration from the VCU School of Business. I've been a mentor for the past four years and am very...
Virginia Commonwealth University
Masters in Business Administration, Masters of Business Administration
Virginia Commonwealth University
Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Michael
I am today, so tutoring seems like a good way to give others the same support I received.
Virginia Commonwealth University
Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Mimi
I am an interdisciplinary educator with an Ed.M. from the Harvard Graduate School of Education and a B.A. from Dartmouth College. My background is primarily in integrated arts learning and museum education and I specialize in visual arts, history and art history, and object-based learning. In all su...
Harvard University
Masters in Education, Education
Dartmouth College
B.A.
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Aaron
I'm not tutoring or buried in my textbooks, you will either find me rock climbing at the Triangle Rock Club, playing Ultimate Frisbee, working on my car, or enjoying the great outdoors (beaches, mountains, forests--you name it, I love it). On rainy weekends I enjoy tinkering with computers and old e...
The University of Texas at Dallas
Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering
Duke University
Current Grad Student, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Nina
I am a recent graduate from a masters program in biostatistics at Columbia University. I received my Bachelor of Arts in biological sciences, with a focus in neurobiology at Northwestern University. In August, I will be starting a doctoral program in biostatistics at NYU. I was a teaching assistant ...
Columbia University
Masters in biostatistics
Northwestern University
Bachelor of Arts in biological sciences (focus in neurobiology)
Columbia University in the City of New York
Current Grad Student, Biostatistics
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I am a graduate of Wesleyan University, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with High Honors. With eight years of experience working in education, I've tutored students in math, science, history, and English, as well as helped students prepare for standardized tests. I've guided adults...
Harvard University
PHD, Education
Wesleyan University
Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
Certified Tutor
8+ years
Solange
I'm Solange - a recent graduate from Harvard where I studied Sociology & Women's Studies. I've been tutoring for eight years now, and have worked with a wide range of ages and in a wide range of subjects. Some of my specialties are college prep/test taking II worked in the admissions office on campu...
Harvard University
Bachelor in Arts (Sociology & Women's Studies)
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Liz
I am a graduate of Washington University in St Louis, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in History with minors in Humanities and Anthropology. Since graduation, I have worked as a tutor, teacher, and director of tutors at a charter public middle school in Boston. During this time I also received ...
Simmons College
Masters, Special Education: Mild to Moderate Disabilities 5-12
Washington University in St. Louis
Bachelor of Arts in History (minors in Humanities and Anthropology)
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Charles
I am a junior Mechanical Engineering major at Yale, and I hope to become a Naval Aviator after college. I am also a varsity sailor, and enjoy playing music with friends when I can get some free time. I have been tutoring my fellow students throughout my entire academic career, and I would best descr...
Yale University
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
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Christopher
I am a rising sophomore at Harvard College and am about to declare as a Mechanical Engineering concentrator, working towards a Bachelor of Science degree. I've always enjoyed sharing my knowledge with my peers and those around me and have done so in both formal and informal settings. I've been a tut...
Harvard College
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
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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
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Justin
I am an aspiring applied mathematician, with particular interest in image processing and climate science. I graduated in May 2017 from Washington University in St. Louis with a bachelor's in physics and mathematics, and am beginning a PhD program in September 2017 at the University of Chicago in Com...
Washington University in St. Louis
Bachelor's in Physics and Mathematics
University of Chicago
Doctor of Philosophy, Computational Mathematics
Certified Tutor
10+ years
I am excited to be home and help fellow straphangers on their educational paths! My largest wealth of tutoring experience is in foreign languages--particularly French--but I also feel very comfortable editing essays of any kind and working through standardized test concepts. My availability is extre...
Brown University
Bachelors
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Justin
I am a graduate of the University of Chicago where I received my Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy. Currently, I am in the master's program at the University of New Mexico where I am continuing my education in philosophy. Ultimately, I hope to go on to earn a PhD in Philosophy so that I can continue en...
University of Chicago
Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy
University of New Mexico-Main Campus
Current Grad Student, Philosophy
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Isabella
I am a graduate of MIT. I received my Bachelor of Science in Mathematics with minors in Management Science and Ancient and Medieval Studies. Since graduation, I have started my PhD at Georgia Tech in Operations Research. Throughout my career I have TA'd several math and computer science courses at t...
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics (minors in Management Science and Ancient and Medieval Studies)
Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus
Current Grad Student, Operations Research
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Frequently Asked Questions
AP Physics covers two main courses: AP Physics 1 (algebra-based) and AP Physics 2 (algebra-based continuation), or AP Physics C (calculus-based). Both cover mechanics, thermodynamics, waves, electricity, magnetism, and modern physics. The specific topics and depth depend on which AP Physics course you're taking, so it's helpful to clarify your course with a tutor who can tailor instruction to your curriculum and exam focus.
Score improvement depends on your starting point, consistency, and how much time you invest. Students who work with tutors typically see gains by identifying weak concept areas, mastering problem-solving strategies, and practicing under timed conditions. Many students improve by 1-2 score points (on the 1-5 scale) over several months of focused preparation, though individual results vary based on your baseline and effort.
Most students struggle with conceptual understanding of forces, energy, and circuits—topics that require both mathematical skill and intuitive physics reasoning. Free-response questions are another challenge since they require you to explain your thinking and show multiple solution steps. A tutor can break down these difficult concepts, walk through problem-solving approaches, and build confidence with the types of questions you'll see on the exam.
Successful AP Physics test-takers use strategies like reading multiple-choice questions carefully to avoid trick answers, sketching diagrams for free-response problems, and managing time by tackling easier questions first. Understanding the exact format—45 multiple-choice questions in 90 minutes, then 5 free-response questions in 90 minutes—helps you practice pacing. Tutors can help you develop these strategies and practice them on real AP exams under timed conditions.
Practice tests are essential because they help you identify weak concept areas, get comfortable with question formats, and build test-day stamina. Taking full-length, timed practice tests several times before the exam gives you realistic feedback on pacing and reveals patterns in what you're missing. Working with a tutor, you can review practice test results together to focus your remaining study time on the topics where you need the most help.
Look for tutors with strong physics backgrounds—ideally a degree in physics, engineering, or a related field, plus experience teaching AP Physics specifically. Tutors should understand the AP exam format, know which topics trip up most students, and be able to explain complex concepts clearly. Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors in Richmond who have proven success helping students master AP Physics and improve their exam scores.
Most students benefit from starting tutoring 3-4 months before the exam, though this depends on your current understanding and target score. Consistent weekly sessions (1-2 hours) work better than cramming, and spacing out your practice helps concepts stick through retrieval practice and spaced repetition. A tutor can create a personalized study plan based on your timeline, current level, and specific weak areas.
Your first session is about assessment and planning. A tutor will discuss your current understanding of AP Physics, review your course syllabus, identify your strongest and weakest topics, and learn your exam date and score goals. From there, you'll develop a personalized tutoring plan focused on concept mastery, problem-solving skills, and exam strategy—all tailored to help you succeed on test day.
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