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Sean
I recently graduated from Cornell University in May 2014. I received my Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering with a concentration in Business. Math and Science have always fascinated me because of their applications to the technology we use in everyday life. As a tutor, these are my favorite ...
Cornell University
Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Michael
I graduated from Cornell University with a B.S. in Human Development, and a minor in Educational Studies. As part of my coursework, I spent much time working in K-12 classrooms, helping students garner valuable skills to succeed! Since graduation, I have started working at an academically enriching,...
Cornell University
Bachelor of Science, Human Development
Certified Tutor
Stephen
I graduated from Cornell University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Biology, Health, and Society. I received a minor in Global Health. While at Cornell, I was a teaching assistant and also spent time tutoring young men for their GED exams and fellow students in Biology and Chemistry. I cu...
Cornell University
Bachelor of Science, Human Biology, Health, and Society
Certified Tutor
Elizabeth
I am a graduate of Cornell University with a BS in Biological Sciences, where I started tutoring students one-on-one in calculus. Since then, I have also served multiple times as a teaching assistant, both at the undergraduate and graduate level. Currently as a MS student at the University of Illino...
Cornell University
Bachelor
Certified Tutor
4+ years
Mackenzie
I am an Environmental Engineering graduate of Cornell University. I love math and have plenty of tutoring experience. I adapt very well to each students learning styles.
Cornell University
Bachelor of Science, Environmental Engineering
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Abby
I am currently a student at Cornell University. I plan to major in Software Engineering with a minor in Business. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about math, science, and college application help. Being the oldest in my family, the application process was very new and o...
Cornell University
Bachelor of Engineering, Engineering, General
Certified Tutor
5+ years
Aditi
I am a sophomore student at Cornell University, studying Computer Science. I also find Linguistics and Natural Language Processing extremely interesting, and I hope to pursue a minor in them. In my spare time, you might find me singing, reading, or cooking! My passion for teaching has been present f...
Cornell University
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Certified Tutor
8+ years
Pratik
Hello! I'm a premedical student at Cornell University with extensive experience tutoring students, especially in chemistry at the high school and undergraduate level, writing at the high school and undergraduate level, and SAT/ACT prep.
Cornell University
Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Sharan
I am a rising sophomore at Cornell University, studying Human Biology, Health and Society. I am on the premed track and am pursuing a minor in South Asian Studies. I was born in India and grew up in Singapore and Buffalo, NY, where I currently live. This past semester, I tutored middle and high scho...
Cornell University
Bachelor of Science, Human Biology
Certified Tutor
9+ years
I tutor based on the needs and wants of each of my clients. My thought process is that each person is different from the next, and needs to be treated as such. Every student has a unique learning style, and figuring out what works for an individual person is the key to success. I am a Cornell Univer...
Cornell University
Bachelors, Communications
Certified Tutor
Heather
My name is Heather. I graduated from Cornell University in 2022 with a major in psychology (minors in philosophy and law), and I am starting graduate school in September of 2024 (PhD in clinical psychology at UMass Boston). Throughout high school, I tutored all subjects at a nearby elementary school...
Cornell University
Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Certified Tutor
Hi! I'm Emily, a bioengineering graduate and former engineering teaching assistant. I specialize in ACT/PSAT prep and enjoy helping students improve both their scores and confidence. One of my favorite parts of tutoring is seeing the "aha" moment when a concept finally clicks. I focus on creating a ...
Cornell University
Bachelors
Certified Tutor
Ian
I am a chemical engineering student at Cornell University. I enjoy learning math and science and want to share my passion for these subjects. I have experience working as a sleep-away camp counselor and enjoyed those summers. I also have prior tutoring experience at the high school level.
Cornell University
Current Undergrad Student, Chemical Engineering
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Joshua
I graduated Magna Cum Laude from Cornell University in 2011 with a BS in Mechanical Engineering. For the past decade I've worked in renewable energy designing wind turbines for some of the top tier global wind power companies. In 2017, I co-founded a wind power business that has been funded by the N...
Cornell University
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
5+ years
Ryan
I am a rising sophomore studying civil engineering at Cornell University. I enjoy tutoring math (algebra-calculus 3), high school and college physics, Spanish, and writing. I have experience tutoring throughout high school, where I was the head of a peer-tutoring program. I have continued tutoring i...
Cornell University
Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering
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Absolutely. Many Cornell graduates have personal experience taking the SAT, ACT, and Advanced Placement exams—and scoring competitively for admission to a selective institution like Cornell. They understand what test makers are looking for and can teach you the strategies and content mastery needed to improve your score. Their experience with high-stakes testing and rigorous preparation methods translates well to helping you reach your test goals.
Definitely. If you're taking advanced high school courses or preparing to enter college, a Cornell alumnus tutor can provide valuable guidance on transitioning to college-level work. They've navigated this themselves and can help you develop strong study habits, time management skills, and the academic independence needed to thrive in higher education. This preparation can make a significant difference in your first-year success.
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