
Nicolas: New York City tutor
Certified Tutor in New York, NY
...in Philosophy and a minor in Political Science. I'm currently working towards a J.D. at Columbia Law School. Before joining Varsity Tutors, I tutored the LSAT for a private company, both as a classroom teacher and in one-on-one tutorials. Building off that experience, I will be working for Varsity Tutors, helping people prepare for the LSAT as well as the SAT and the ACT. I have really enjoyed my experience assisting students in test preparation....
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Duke University - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy

Shin: New York City tutor
Certified Tutor in New York, NY
...City of New York. I am pursuing a degree in Earth and Environmental Engineering with a concentration in Sustainability and Energy, and I am minoring in East Asian Studies (specifically, Japanese). After graduation, I plan on working in the renewable energy sector in either the United States or Japan. From September 2014 through July 2015, I worked as a tutoring specialist for a company. I tutored students ranging in age from 13 to 50, in...
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Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor of Science, Earth and Environmental Engineering

Nathan: New York City tutor
Certified Tutor in New York, NY
Hi! My name is Nathan and I'm currently a junior at New York University's Stern School of Business. I graduated from Staten Island Technical High School in 2016 and I am always looking to help and share my specialization in SHSAT, SAT, and Math!
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New York University - Bachelor in Business Administration, Finance

Anmol: New York City tutor
Certified Tutor in New York, NY
...I always want to be somewhere or do something that I have not yet achieved. I believe it is this drive that allows me to pursue my passions, both academically and socially, and to be successful in both. I find that my greatest happiness comes in the form of little victories such as a good grade on an exam, or making a friend laugh! Its because of this that I really slow down and try...
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick - Current Undergrad, Cellular Biology and Neuroscience

Muktasid: New York City tutor
Certified Tutor in New York, NY
...University working on my Doctorate in Pharmacy. I specialize in test prep such as SAT, ACT, SHSAT, etc. but am more than capable of teaching a variety of subjects. I have been tutoring students since middle school and have found that "practice makes perfect" is the most effective philosophy when it comes to learning. I love being able to help people, and the satisfaction of helping students excel in their studies provides me the incentive...
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St. John's University - PHD, Pharmacy

Catherine: New York City tutor
Certified Tutor in New York, NY
...Asking questions and finding the answers allow me to tell great stories and (hopefully) increase the level of knowledge among the public. As a recent student myself, I understand how the pressures of school can sometimes work against your innate curiosity. As a tutor, my goal is of course to help you maximize your success in school and standardized tests. But it's also (again, hopefully) to make room for curiosity, and to remind students, at...
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University of Tulsa - Bachelors, Economic, English, Math minor
CUNY Graduate School of Journalism - Masters, Health and science journalism

Kenneth: New York City tutor
Certified Tutor in New York, NY
My bachelor's degree in math comes from Fairmont State University. I have over four years of experience in NYC public schools, and I'm embarrassed by the lack of effort put forth to instill the importance of a Mathematical mind. I feel like my love and enthusiasm for Math makes me an excellent tutor.
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Fairmont State University - Bachelors, Mathematics

Tina: New York City tutor
Certified Tutor in New York, NY
...who's passionate about bringing the exciting classroom experience to the online learning format. I love economics and all the math behind it as well as the visual language of film and the humanistic touch of it. I believe in expanding the students' world by teaching not only facts and theories but the implication behind them in addition to sufficient application practice. I want the students to foster intellectual curiosity as they delve into a particular...
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Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, Economics

Isabel: New York City tutor
Certified Tutor in New York, NY
...English with a focus on creative writing. I attended Stuyvesant High School and am currently studying at the City College of New York. I am also fluent in Spanish! I love working with students of all ages, and am very competent at editing, helping to revise, and reviewing papers, essays, and other forms of writing. I have worked with children and students in some capacity, as either a nanny or a tutor or both, for...
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CUNY City College - Bachelor in Arts, English

Kiran: New York City tutor
Certified Tutor in New York, NY
...and Data Science. I consider myself a test guru, with a 770 GMAT and perfect scores my first tries on the SAT and PSAT. I enjoy tutoring because I love working with students and seeing other people reach their goals. I don't believe in memorizing facts and figures, but rather helping students learn that they can develop their problem-solving skills to approach anything with a strong mindset. Besides spending time tutoring, I love to play...
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Yale University - Bachelors, Computer Science and Political Science

Anna: New York City tutor
Certified Tutor in New York, NY
I am a recent graduate of Columbia University with a degree in English literature. I have tutored a variety of subjects for the past six years, including English, French, Writing, college applications, and test prep. I think that with the right attitude, any subject can be interesting and enjoyable, and I hope to instill the same sense of passion for these subjects in my students.
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Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, English

Alex: New York City tutor
Certified Tutor in New York, NY
...and political science. I am passionate about sharing my knowledge and experience with younger students. I have helped students of different ages and from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds, and so I am very conscious of the needs and prior knowledge my students and tailor my tutoring method and style individually. I tutor students in a wide range of subjects. In subjects related to reading and writing, I focus first on the students comprehension of the material...
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Stanford University - Bachelor in Arts, Applied Mathematics

Rishik: New York City tutor
Certified Tutor in New York, NY
...AP Scholar. I have scored in 99 percentile in all SAT tests and high on AP tests. I enjoy Math and Science subjects. I am always excited to help others and would like to teach students to improve with their academic skills, help with home work, instant assistance and ace the college board tests, SAT I and SAT subject and AP Tests. I spent much time examining during my high school and would like to...
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New Jersey Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

Robert: New York City tutor
Certified Tutor in New York, NY
...MD/PhD program in Neuroscience at SUNY Downstate Medical Center. I am a graduate of the Brooklyn College BA-MD program, a program that guides students directly into medical school at SUNY Downstate. I have taught Biology, Chemistry, and Physics at various levels ranging from high school to college and graduate levels, and currently teach numerous classes in my medical school. I have succeeded academically due to my personal philosophy on education: I value complete understanding of...
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CUNY Brooklyn College - Bachelors, Biology B.S. / Chemistry B.S.
SUNY Downstate Medical Center - Current Grad Student, M.D. / PhD (Neuroscience)

Philipp: New York City tutor
Certified Tutor in New York, NY
...in math, German, SHSAT, and SAT. I believe that I have good communication and pedagogical skills, and a firm understanding of the subject matter. Having come from Germany at the age of eleven, I know the frustration that can come with feeling overwhelmed by coursework. I performed well on standardized exams like the SHSAT and the SAT and can teach test-taking skills that will ultimately lead students to institutions like Stuyvesant H.S. and Columbia.... Patience is...
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Columbia College - Current Undergrad, East Asian Studies

Sarah: New York City tutor
Certified Tutor in New York, NY
...Classics (Greek and Latin Language and Literature) with a Secondary Field in Dramatic Arts. After my senior year, I was awarded the Classics Department's Segal Fellowship for Travel and Research. I received my MA in Advanced Theatre Practice from the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama (University of London) in 2013 and previously completed the One Year Professional Acting course at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School in England. I founded an international theater...
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Harvard University - Bachelors, Classics
Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, University of London - Masters, Advanced Theatre Practice

Lucy: New York City tutor
Certified Tutor in New York, NY
...straightforward approach to teaching. I currently teach part-time with the Chemistry Department at Hunter College and have extensive experience tutoring high school and undergraduate students in the sciences and test prep. My specialities are General Chemistry, Biology, and SAT test prep. To share a little more of my background: I graduated with honors from Wesleyan University in 2008 with my BA in Film Studies and then went on to complete a Post-Baccalaureate Pre-Medical program at...
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Wesleyan University - Bachelor in Arts, Film Studies
CUNY Hunter College - Certificate, Post-Bacc Pre-med

Natalie: New York City tutor
Certified Tutor in New York, NY
...moved to New York City this fall! I love tutoring and teaching students, and I have worked with a number of educational programs, from boarding schools to Americorps. I specialize in languages (English, French, German, Latin, and Ancient Greek) and test prep. I seek to help my students make connections between new material and things that are familiar to them, breaking down higher concepts with accessible examples that can help foster creativity. I care deeply...
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Princeton University - Bachelors, Philosophy
Columbia University in the City of New York - Current Grad Student, Philosophy

Kopal: New York City tutor
Certified Tutor in New York, NY
...research and clinical practice. I started tutoring statistics at my university as a freshman. I have developed a unique approach for test-taking that has enabled me to achieve 99th+ percentile scores on the MCAT and SAT. I am well-positioned to tutor all sections of the MCAT and believe success on the exam has a lot to do with one's test-taking psychology. As a result, my teaching philosophy is guided less by content knowledge acquisition and...
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Cornell University - Bachelor of Science, Premedicine

Michael: New York City tutor
Certified Tutor in New York, NY
...competed in national math tournaments on my high school math team. I had a drive to constantly learn new ways of solving math problems and to get faster and more efficient at getting to the solution of complex equations. This experience allowed me to build a strong base of knowledge in math as well as taught me the idea that a strong foundation leads to success in whatever one???s learning. I initially began tutoring at...
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Pacific University - Bachelors, Chemistry
Jefferson Medical College - Current Grad Student, MD
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The New York City School System
Did you know that New York City is home to more than 1,600 public schools, as well as a number of private schools? As in any city and school district, certain schools offer stronger academic programs, and admission to these schools can be competitive. With almost 900,000 students in public schools alone, navigating the New York City educational system can be stressful.
Online or in-home tutoring can help you or your student stand out from the crowd. Private tutors in New York City can assist with challenging college coursework, difficult elementary school homework assignments, or test prep for exams like the ACT, ISEE, SAT, and SHSAT.
Here's a breakdown of SAT test scores in the city. How does your student measure up?
New York City Test Scores
If your child could use some help preparing for test day, consider the assistance of a New York SAT tutor.
The SHSAT, or Specialized High Schools Admissions Test, is unique to New York City’s specialized high schools. A great score can mean a spot at one of New York City’s top high schools, like the High School for Math, Science, and Engineering at City College or Staten Island Technical High School.
An expert New York City tutor can help students master exam content, learn new test-taking strategies, and build confidence. Eighth and ninth grade students typically take the SHSAT in the fall—generally in October or November.
Note, however, that not all of New York City’s elite high schools require the SHSAT. Curious about which high schools come out on top? Consider this table:
New York City High School Rankings
High School | Phoenix Ranking | State Ranking | AP Pass Rate |
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Stuyvesant High School* | 1 | 1 | 98% |
Staten Island Technical High School* | 2 | 2 | 87% |
Bronx High School of Science* | 3 | 3 | 94% |
Townsend Harris High School | 4 | 5 | 82% |
High School Math Science & Engineering at The City College of New York (CCNY)* | 5 | 9 | 78% |
High School of American Studies at Lehman College* | 6 | 12 | 90% |
Brooklyn Technical High School* | 7 | 13 | 83% |
Bard High School Early College Queens | 8 | 14 | Unavailable |
Queens High School for the Sciences at York College* | 9 | 22 | 79% |
Baccalaureate School for Global Education* | 10 | 30 | Unavailable |
*Requires the SHSAT. |
Private, one-on-one tutoring with Varsity Tutors can also assist learners in a variety of other subjects and ways. From pre-kindergarten to college and beyond, personalized tutoring can help you meet your or your family’s goals. Perhaps your high school student would like to attend one of these New York City colleges:
New York City University Rankings
College | National Rank | Acceptance Rate |
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Columbia University | 5 | 6% |
New York University | 30 | 32% |
Fordham University | 61 | 45% |
Yeshiva University | 94 | 51% |
The New School | 133 | 60% |
St. John's University | 165 | 63% |
Pace University | 187 | 84% |
Another advantage individual New York tutoring provides is the ability of a tutor to focus on the biggest challenges a student has. Teachers have an entire classroom to tend to, and if a student gets stuck on a concept along the way, he or she might have difficulty catching up. Consider the student-teacher ratios in these New York school districts:
New York City Student-to-Teacher Ratios
Brooklyn Technical High School has a 23 1 student-teacher ratio.
Fort Hamilton High School has a 21 1 student-teacher ratio.
Francis Lewis High School has a 22 1 student-teacher ratio.
Tottenville High School has a 20 1 student-teacher ratio.
Edward R. Murrow High School has a 21 1 student-teacher ratio.
New York State Average has a 15 1 student-teacher ratio.
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Many people go to New York City to achieve. New York City, NY tutors can help students pursue admittance to the school of their dreams.
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