Award-Winning Tutors from Amherst College

America's #1 Tutoring Platform

Who needs tutoring?

FOXNBCCBSUS NewsTIMEUSA Today

TUTORS FROM

  • YaleUniversity
  • PrincetonUniversity
  • StanfordUniversity
  • CornellUniversity

Award-Winning Tutors from Amherst College

Sarah

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Sarah

Masters, Geosciences (Climate Modeling)
Sarah's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Prep
Algebra
AP English Language and Composition
AP Environmental Science

I have 6 years of classroom teaching and 10 years of tutoring experience, including more than 2500 hours of private and small-group instruction. I have taught classes from 6th grade to university and tutored from age 11 to adult.I have an undergraduate degree in English from Amherst College, and a M...

Education

University of Arizona

Masters, Geosciences (Climate Modeling)

Amherst College

Bachelors, Geology, English

Test Scores
SAT
1570
GRE
169
Thais

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Thais

Bachelor in Arts, Spanish
Thais's other Tutor Subjects
Adult ESL/ELL
Adult Literacy
Algebra
AP Spanish Literature and Culture

My main tutoring goal is to help students feel comfortable with the material and to gain confidence when approaching a new problem. As a tutor for over 8 years, breaking the problem down is also the first battle but getting students there is the best part. I am more than willing to go over a problem...

Education

Amherst College

Bachelor in Arts, Spanish

University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry

Doctor of Medicine, Community Health and Preventive Medicine

RT

Certified Tutor

6+ years

RT

Master of Arts, Mathematics
RT's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Geometry
Math

I graduated from Amherst College with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics in 2009, and from Wesleyan University with a Masters of Arts Liberal Studies with a concentration in Mathematics in 2018. While at Amherst I spent a semester abroad at the University of Edinburgh. I also attended Columbia Teachers...

Education

Wesleyan University

Master of Arts, Mathematics

Amherst College

Bachelor in Arts, Economics

Kimika

Certified Tutor

15+ years

Kimika

Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
Kimika's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
College Algebra
Elementary Math

I have a bachelor's degree in Biology from Amherst College in Amherst, Massachusetts. Although I have a degree in science, my first love is math. I have tutored various math subjects from basic math to college trigonometry for friends, family, coworkers and their children, and struggling students.I ...

Education

Amherst College

Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General

Alvaro Rodrigo

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Alvaro Rodrigo

Bachelor in Arts, Political Science & Spanish
Alvaro's other Tutor Subjects
7th-12th Grade Reading
7th-12th Grade Writing
Adult Literacy
AP Spanish Language & Culture

I am a graduate of Amherst College where I received a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Spanish Literature. Since graduating I've worked as a paralegal in a corporate law firm and a freelance translator. Before that I worked as a teacher during my summers in college instructing adolescents f...

Education

Amherst College

Bachelor in Arts, Political Science & Spanish

Test Scores
SAT
1420
LSAT
164
Christien

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Christien

Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Christien's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Biostatistics
Business
Business Analytics

I've been fortunate to have been supported throughout my academic career. Now, I want to be a part of that support system for students. I'm a graduate of the Amherst College with a degree in statistics and a graduate of the University of Massachusetts with a Master's of Business Administration with ...

Education

University of Massachusetts Amherst

Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management

Amherst College

Bachelor in Arts, Statistics

Kevin

Certified Tutor

14+ years

Kevin

Bachelors, English and Neuroscience
Kevin's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Prep
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT Reading

I grew up in Flushing, Queens and attended Stuyvesant High School. I recently graduated Amherst College with an English and Neuroscience double degree. As the oldest in the family, I have been tutoring and mentoring my siblings and cousins my entire life. I worked as a volunteer tutor throughout hig...

Education

Amherst College

Bachelors, English and Neuroscience

Test Scores
SAT
1550
ACT
34
Justin

Certified Tutor

Justin

Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing
Justin's other Tutor Subjects
6th Grade AP Language Composition
Admissions
AP English Literature and Composition
College Application Essays

As career educator who is also a former procrastinator, I am well-equipped to assist students in a variety of academic subjects and study skills. I've taught middle and high school students, and spent the past 10 years teaching English Lit and Composition to college and post graduate students.

Education

CUNY New York City College of Technology

Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing

Amherst College

Bachelor in Arts, English

Lindsay

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Lindsay

Master of Arts Teaching, Science Teacher Education
Lindsay's other Tutor Subjects
College Physics
High School Physics
Math
Middle School Math

As a teacher, my mission has always been to make scientific knowledge accessible to ALL students, and help them see why it's worth the effort to pursue. I've been a high school physics teacher for the past 15 years, and also a strong advocate for equity in science education. I received my undergradu...

Education

University of California-Berkeley

Master of Arts Teaching, Science Teacher Education

Amherst College

Bachelor of Science, Physics

Victorya

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Victorya

Master's/Graduate

Before I was a tutor, I was a teacher, and before I was a teacher, I was a mentor. I have spent most of my adulthood working with students in some way, shape, or form. I've worked with a lot of students from various backgrounds and across ages. I've also tutored in almost every subject, but math is ...

Education

Northeastern University

Master's/Graduate

University of Massachusetts-Boston

Master's/Graduate

Amherst College

Bachelor

Frequently Asked Questions

Amherst College alumni bring firsthand experience navigating one of the nation's most rigorous liberal arts curricula. They've mastered the analytical thinking, writing, and problem-solving skills the college demands, and they understand exactly what admissions officers and professors expect. This deep familiarity with Amherst's academic culture means they can guide students more effectively through challenging coursework and help them develop the intellectual habits that lead to success.

Amherst College's open curriculum attracts intellectually curious students across all disciplines. Varsity Tutors connects you with alumni tutors who specialize in subjects ranging from mathematics, sciences, and economics to literature, history, philosophy, and foreign languages. Many Amherst graduates have pursued advanced degrees or careers in their fields, so they bring both academic depth and real-world perspective to tutoring sessions.

Yes. Varsity Tutors connects you with Amherst graduates who understand the college's admissions standards and can help you strengthen your essays, prepare for interviews, and develop the kind of intellectual curiosity and engagement Amherst values. They've been through the application process themselves and can offer genuine insights into what resonates with the admissions committee and how to present your best self.

Amherst College is known for its demanding academics and emphasis on critical thinking across all disciplines. Alumni tutors are skilled at breaking down complex concepts, encouraging deep analysis, and helping students develop the independence and intellectual resilience required in upper-level courses. They can guide you through challenging material while building the confidence needed to tackle difficult problems on your own.

Amherst alumni tutors offer personalized 1-on-1 instruction informed by their own experiences as high-achieving students in a rigorous academic environment. They know how to identify knowledge gaps, adapt to different learning styles, and push students to think more critically—the same skills that made them successful at Amherst. This personalized approach, combined with their insider perspective, creates a more effective and engaging tutoring experience.

Absolutely. Writing is central to an Amherst education, and alumni tutors excel at helping students strengthen their essays, research papers, and analytical writing. They can guide you through the writing process—from thesis development and argument structure to revision and refinement—using the same standards and expectations they mastered during their time at the college.

Varsity Tutors makes it easy to connect with qualified Amherst graduates. Tell us about your subject, goals, and learning style, and we'll match you with a tutor whose background and expertise align with your needs. You'll then work with your tutor on a flexible schedule for personalized instruction tailored to your specific challenges and academic goals.

Connect with Amherst College Tutors

Get matched with expert alumni tutors