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Lillith

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Lillith

Masters, Islamic Studies & Counter-terrorism
Lillith's other Tutor Subjects
College English
College Level American History
College World History
Conversational Spanish

My first experience teaching and tutoring was in May 2005 in Taipei City, Taiwan. It was a formative experience for me because I was teaching and tutoring students whose native language was not English. They truly helped me grow as an instructor because of the cultural and linguistic challenges that...

Education

Columbia University in the City of New York

Masters, Islamic Studies & Counter-terrorism

Cornell University

Bachelors, Government & Spanish & French Literature

Frankie

Certified Tutor

13+ years

Frankie

Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics & Physics
Frankie's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Arithmetic
Calculus

Hi, I'm Frankie! I have recently earned degrees in both Math and Physics from Cornell University. Prior to joining Varsity Tutors, I worked as both a Math Course Assistant and as an SAT Math Tutor. In addition to working with students, I'm also currently conducting Applied Math Research for the Nati...

Education

Cornell University

Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics & Physics

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Theresa

Current Undergrad, Government
Theresa's other Tutor Subjects
ACT English
ACT Math
Algebra
American Literature

I'm here to assist with any current or aspiring college students with making the grades for, getting into, and thriving at college.My tutoring experience has spanned a wide variety of students over several years: from serving as a teaching aide for high school students with special needs, to working...

Education

Cornell University

Current Undergrad, Government

Test Scores
SAT
1440

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Nicole

Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering
Nicole's other Tutor Subjects
1st-12th Grade Math
1st-12th Grade Reading
3rd-8th Grade Science
ACCUPLACER Arithmetic

I tutored while an undergraduate at Cornell University for Let's Get Ready, an organization which provides free SAT tutoring to economically disadvantaged high school students. What I believe makes me a great tutor are the following: I frequently engage the class, I find ways to make learning fun fo...

Education

Cornell University

Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Sharon

Bachelor of Science, Human Biology
Sharon's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
AP Biology
AP Chemistry

My name is Sharon and I'm a 2018 graduate of Cornell University, with a degree in Human Biology, Health, and Society and a minor in Health Policy. I am currently a 4th year medical student with plans to pursue Ob/Gyn after graduation in 2022! For me, tutoring is one of the most rewarding opportuniti...

Education

Cornell University

Bachelor of Science, Human Biology

Albert Einstein College of Medicine

Doctor of Medicine, Human Biology

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Andrew

Current Undergrad, Biological Sciences
Andrew's other Tutor Subjects
Advanced Placement Prep
Algebra
Algebra 2
AP Biology

I am currently an undergraduate student at Cornell University studying Biological sciences. At school, I am involved in research regarding Veterinary Oncology to uncover more about treating lymphoma in dogs. I have also worked with MedLife, a medical brigade organization, to bring medical care and e...

Education

Cornell University

Current Undergrad, Biological Sciences

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1600

Certified Tutor

14+ years

Jessie

Bachelors, Economics, Asian Studies
Jessie's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Biology
Business

My teaching experience began in high school, when my dad was a teacher at a weekend Chinese school in Westchester County, New York. I substituted for him while he went to China for a few weeks. The students loved me even though I wasn't that much older than them (they were middle school students). A...

Education

Cornell University

Bachelors, Economics, Asian Studies

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Emma

Bachelor of Science, Human Development and Family Studies
Emma's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
College English
Creative Writing
Elementary School English

I am currently a sophomore at Cornell University in Ithaca, New York, majoring in Human Development with a minor in Education. I tutor a variety of subjects, I am the most passionate about English. I have previously tutored high school English, focusing on thesis development, grammatical skills, and...

Education

Cornell University

Bachelor of Science, Human Development and Family Studies

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Anna

PHD, Policy Analysis
Anna's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Writing
Advanced Placement Prep
Algebra
AP United States History

I majored in Middle Eastern Studies and minored in math during undergrad at Cornell. Since graduating I've worked in a number of fields and countries, although the common theme is teaching English and researching in the Middle East. As an English Teaching Assistant at Weill Medical School in Qatar, ...

Education

Pardee RAND Graduate School

PHD, Policy Analysis

Cornell University

Bachelor in Arts, Near Eastern Studies

Test Scores
SAT
1520
GRE
335

Certified Tutor

Alexander

Bachelors, Economics
Alexander's other Tutor Subjects
AP Chinese Language and Culture
AP Economics
AP Macroeconomics
AP Microeconomics

After graduating from Cornell University with a BA in Economics, I pursued post graduate studies in the FALCON (Full-Year Asian Language Concentration) program, which consisted of a full year of intensive Mandarin studies, partly at the Cornell University campus and partly at the highly ranked Pekin...

Education

Cornell University

Bachelors, Economics

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Max

Masters, Teaching
Max's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Prep
AP Comparative Government and Politics
AP English Literature and Composition
AP European History

I'm a scholar of history, and educating the youth is my deep and abiding passion. I work as a high school teacher in Boston and I have extensive experience teaching social studies and English language arts, as well as prepping my students for college admissions exams. I look forward to working with ...

Education

Simmons College

Masters, Teaching

Cornell University

Bachelors, History

Certified Tutor

3+ years

Jacob

Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Jacob's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Prep
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT Reading

I graduated from Cornell University in May of 2017 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics and minors in English and Business. During my senior year, I wrote intersectional analyses of philosophical and modernist texts, attempting to reveal a more critically substantial relationship between the ...

Education

Cornell University

Bachelor in Arts, Economics

Test Scores
GRE
335

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Sarah

Doctor of Philosophy, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Sarah's other Tutor Subjects
AP Biology
AP Chemistry
Biochemistry
Biology

I recently graduated magna cum laude with honors from Messiah University (located near Harrisburg, PA) with a B.S. in biochemistry (ACS certified). This fall I will be starting a biochemistry Ph.D. at Cornell University. While a student at Messiah, I served as a supplemental instruction leader for g...

Education

Messiah College

Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry

Cornell University

Doctor of Philosophy, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

Certified Tutor

Ian

Bachelor of Science, Biometry, Statistics
Ian's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Math
Advanced Placement Prep
Algebra
Algebra 2

I am a Cornell University graduate, I majored in Biometry and Statistics. I am interested in helping students to succeed in their course work by sharing my passion for learning, and by helping students develop their critical thinking skills. I am particularly well suited to assist students with math...

Education

Cornell University

Bachelor of Science, Biometry, Statistics

Certified Tutor

7+ years

Stephanie

Current Grad Student, History
Stephanie's other Tutor Subjects
Advanced Placement Prep
African-American History
AP European History
AP United States History

I am a recent graduate of Cornell University with a bachelors degree in both English and History and am currently pursuing my Masters degree in History at the University of Pennsylvania. My long-term goals include enrolling in a Phd program in the History department and becoming a form of history or...

Education

Cornell University

Bachelors, History and English

University of Pennsylvania

Current Grad Student, History

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Cornell tutors excel across a wide range of subjects including STEM fields (engineering, physics, chemistry, biology, mathematics), humanities, social sciences, and business. Many Cornell graduates specialized in their respective fields during their undergraduate or graduate studies, giving them deep expertise. Whether you need help with AP Calculus, organic chemistry, college essays, or test prep for standardized exams, you can get matched with a tutor who has mastered these subjects.

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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.

Varsity Tutors makes the connection process straightforward. Simply share your learning goals, preferred subjects, and schedule availability. You'll be matched with a tutor from Cornell's alumni network who fits your needs. From there, you can discuss your specific challenges and work together on a customized learning plan tailored to help you succeed.

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