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Julie
I am a graduate of Buena Vista University with a degree in Bachelor of Arts in Education and Iowa State University receiving a Special Education Endorsement. While attending school, I tutored students in grades 7-12 with an emphasis on study skills, organizational skills, and test-taking skills. Soo...
Buena Vista University
Bachelor of Education, Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Iowa State University
Certificate, Special Education

Certified Tutor
I am a licensed physician from Florida who is currently changing careers. I graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 2009 and have extensive tutoring and editing experience. While a student, I became a certified writing tutor through the Critical Writing Department. Since I completed my writ...
Nova Southeastern University
PHD, Medicine
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelors, History
University of Pennsylvania
undergraduate

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Kate
I'm available to tutor biology, chemistry, physics, math from Algebra up through AP Calculus, SAT test prep, and French. I've been tutoring students in science and math for 7 years. I also spent 8 months working and studying in France, and have tutored high school and adult students in French. When ...
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Masters, Environmental Engineering
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Bachelors

Certified Tutor
9+ years
Jai
I'm a recent Stanford graduate (Electrical Engineering and Computer Science), and have been working at a major Management Consulting firm for a few years now. I personally scored a 2360 (out of 2400) on the SAT and 35 on the ACT and was successful in gaining admission to several top universities. I'...
Stanford University
Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Jeffrey
I am enrolled in the Mechanical Engineering PhD program at Rice University which will begin Fall 2020, and I am hoping to return to academia as a professor after earning my PhD. In the meantime, I am looking to share my passion for gaining knowledge, specifically in STEM, by educating the up and com...
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor of Science
Rice University
Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering

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Erika
I am available to tutor middle and high school math, history and test prep. I have tutored math and history in the past and I previously taught a test prep course at a school in Hanoi, Vietnam. I have a lot of experience teaching all the need-to-know tricks to doing great on the SATS/ACTS! When I am...
Harvard University
Master of Public Policy, Public Policy

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Rhea
I am a current student at the University of Chicago. I am working towards a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences, and I am on the pre-medical track. I am extremely passionate about tutoring, and I have several years of experience tutoring students in my high school's learning center in various...
University of Chicago
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Certified Tutor
10+ years
Samantha
I'm a first-year medical student and recent graduate from Duke University, where I studied Global Health Determinants, Behaviors, and Interventions. From running a piano program at a nonprofit children's theatre to private tutoring in math, science, and standardized test prep, I enjoy helping my stu...
Duke University
Bachelors in Global Health Determinants, Behaviors, and Interventions
Harvard Medical School
Current Grad Student, MD

Certified Tutor
10+ years
Earnest
I am comfortable with either setting. I'm confident that I can help you (or your student) achieve to the best of their ability, so please don't hesitate to get in touch!
University of Pennsylvania
Masters, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelors, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering

Certified Tutor
6+ years
I am willing to address any issue with an open mind and I try to develop strategies that play to a student's strengths. I would like to think I am very approachable and personable, and I have had very positive experiences with many students in the past using this philosophy. Outside of academics, I ...
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor in Arts
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Tutors who attended or graduated from Buena Vista University bring firsthand experience with rigorous coursework and understand the academic standards you're working toward. They've successfully navigated the same challenges you're facing and can share practical strategies that actually work. Beyond their BVU education, these tutors are vetted professionals who specialize in their subjects and excel at explaining complex concepts in ways that stick.
An alumnus tutor understands BVU's academic culture, expectations, and learning environment from lived experience. They can speak to how to excel in your courses, what professors value, and how to succeed in your major. Beyond that, they provide mentorship informed by their own college journey—they know what it takes to thrive both academically and personally at your university.
Varsity Tutors connects students with alumni tutors across a wide range of subjects, from core courses like mathematics, sciences, and writing to specialized areas aligned with BVU's academic programs. Whether you need help with introductory courses, major-specific classes, or test preparation, you can find a tutor with expertise in your subject and firsthand knowledge of how it's taught at BVU. The key is that they've not only studied the material—they've mastered it.
When you reach out to Varsity Tutors, we learn about your specific academic needs and goals, then connect you with a qualified tutor who attended BVU and specializes in your subject. The matching process takes into account both the tutor's educational background at BVU and their expertise in helping students like you succeed. From there, you'll work together on personalized 1-on-1 instruction tailored to your learning style and academic challenges.
Yes. Tutors who work with Varsity Tutors go through a vetting process to ensure they have the expertise and teaching ability to support your learning. For BVU alumni specifically, their educational background at your university is an added credential that demonstrates they've succeeded in rigorous coursework. They're committed to personalized instruction and helping you achieve your academic goals, whether that's improving your GPA, mastering difficult material, or preparing for exams.
Absolutely. A tutor who graduated from BVU can mentor you on study habits, time management, and how to navigate college-level work effectively. They've been where you are and understand the transition to university-level expectations. Beyond academics, they can share insights about succeeding at BVU, connecting with your major, and developing the skills that matter for your future—all grounded in their own experience as a BVU student.
Personalized 1-on-1 instruction means your tutor adapts to how you learn, focuses on your specific gaps, and moves at your pace—not the pace of a class of 30 students. A tutor who attended BVU adds another layer: they understand your university's academic expectations and can mentor you based on their successful experience there. Research on learning consistently shows that individualized instruction is one of the most effective ways to improve understanding and performance, and having a tutor with BVU credentials makes that instruction even more relevant to your situation.
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