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9+ years
Patrick
AP English Language is where Patrick's two degrees converge perfectly — English Literature gives him deep fluency with rhetorical analysis, while Linguistics gives him the technical vocabulary to explain how syntax, diction, and structure create persuasive effects. He has taught academic writing to ...
University of Chicago
Bachelor of Arts in English Literature and Linguistics

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Sophie
AP Lang isn't really about writing well — it's about arguing precisely, which means dissecting how authors use rhetorical strategies like appeals, tone shifts, and structural choices to persuade. Sophie tackles the synthesis and argument essays by teaching students to read sources like a debater: id...
Brown University
Bachelor in Arts, Applied Mathematics
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Jacob
AP Lang is ultimately an argument course — every rhetorical analysis, synthesis essay, and multiple-choice passage comes back to identifying how writers build and defend claims. Jacob teaches students to dissect rhetorical strategies like appeals, tone shifts, and structural choices so they can both...
Illinois State University
Master of Arts, Communication, General
Arizona State University
Bachelors, Communication
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Julia
Rhetorical analysis is essentially what historians do every day — evaluate who's speaking, why, and how they're building their argument. Julia's background in primary source analysis translates directly to AP Lang's emphasis on dissecting rhetoric, and she teaches students to identify strategies lik...
Bryn Mawr College
Bachelor in Arts, History
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Mikala
My name is Mika and I recently graduated from Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland where I studied Economics, Math, and Spanish. I want to help you get the best grades, knowledge, and love of learning possible!
Case Western Reserve University
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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
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
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)
Certified Tutor
Michelle
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Baylor College of Medicine
Current Grad Student, M.D.
Rice University
Bachelor's in Biochemistry and Cell Biology
Certified Tutor
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
Certified Tutor
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)
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
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The AP English Language and Composition exam tests your ability to analyze rhetoric, understand argument strategies, and write persuasive essays. The exam has three sections: a multiple-choice section on rhetorical analysis and argument (45 minutes), and three free-response essays—rhetorical analysis, argument, and synthesis (2 hours 15 minutes total). Success requires mastering how authors use language to persuade, analyzing evidence quality, and crafting clear, evidence-based arguments under time pressure.
Score improvement depends on your starting point and consistency. Students who work with tutors typically see gains of 1-2 points on the 1-5 scale, though improvement varies based on your baseline skills and how actively you apply feedback. The biggest improvements come from targeted practice on your weakest areas—whether that's identifying rhetorical devices, structuring arguments, or managing essay timing—combined with regular practice essays with detailed feedback.
Students typically struggle with three main areas: analyzing rhetoric under time pressure, distinguishing between argument and synthesis essay requirements, and managing the 2-hour 15-minute free-response section without running out of time. Many also find it difficult to move beyond surface-level observations about how authors use language and instead develop deeper, more sophisticated analysis. Working with a tutor helps you develop efficient reading strategies, master essay structures, and build confidence in your analytical voice.
The key is practicing with a consistent routine: spend 10-15 minutes reading and annotating the passage, 5 minutes planning your essay, and 25-30 minutes writing. This leaves buffer time for review. Many students lose points by spending too long on analysis and rushing their essays, or vice versa. A tutor can help you develop a personalized timing strategy based on your writing speed and then drill it with practice essays so it becomes automatic on test day.
Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors for AP English Language and Composition for students in Madison. You can specify your needs—whether you want help with essay writing, rhetorical analysis, test-taking strategies, or all three—and get matched with a tutor who has experience preparing students for this exam. The matching process considers your schedule, learning style, and specific goals so you work with someone who's a good fit.
Practice tests are essential—they're the best way to identify your weak spots, get comfortable with the exam format, and build stamina for the full 3-hour test. Taking full-length practice exams under timed conditions helps you refine your pacing, understand question patterns, and reduce test anxiety. Most students benefit from taking 4-6 full practice tests during their preparation, with a tutor reviewing your essays to pinpoint specific areas for improvement.
Your first session typically focuses on understanding where you stand and what you need. Your tutor will likely review your current skills, discuss your target score, and identify your biggest challenges—whether that's essay structure, rhetorical analysis, or time management. You'll also discuss a study plan tailored to your timeline and learning style. This foundation helps your tutor create a focused, efficient preparation strategy for the weeks ahead.
The synthesis essay requires you to integrate multiple sources into a cohesive argument while maintaining your own voice—a skill that feels different from the other two essays. Students often either over-summarize sources without analyzing them, or fail to use sources strategically to support their position. A tutor can teach you how to quickly evaluate sources for relevance, weave them smoothly into your argument, and practice this specific essay type until it feels natural.
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