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Certified Tutor
2+ years
Mary Theresa
I am a 2014 graduate of Cornell University's College of Engineering where I earned a Bachelor's Degree in Biological Engineering. I have just begun my Master's Degree in Biomedical Engineering at Drexel University. My favorite subjects to tutor include Test Prep and elementary/middle school subjects...
Cornell University
Bachelor of Science, Biological Engineering

Certified Tutor
Amauri
I am a graduate of Cornell University. I received my Bachelor of Science in Human Biology, Health and Society. Since graduation, I have continued my education at Kean University. I plan to complete an informal postbach and apply directly to medical school. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I ...
Cornell University
Bachelor of Science, Human Biology Health and Society
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Hello! My name is Aleks and I am a MSEd student at Northwestern University in Evanston, IL. I am originally from the Northwest side of Chicago, and grew up attending public schools and Polish Catholic school on the weekends. I graduated from Cornell University with a Bachelor of Arts in Government a...
Cornell University
Bachelor's
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Sho
I graduated Cornell University College of Engineering cum laude with honors, majoring in biological engineering. Following graduation, I worked in a cancer drug discovery lab for a pharmaceutical company.I have tutored students of all ages in a variety of subjects. I am passionate about teaching and...
Cornell University
Bachelor of Science, Biological/Biosystems Engineering
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Avi
My name is Avi and I recently got my PhD in physics from Cornell. I care a lot about math and physics and love teaching these subjects. I have been tutoring for over ten years, primarily one-on-one with high school and middle school students. I focus on helping students understand concepts behind th...
Cornell University
Doctorate (e.g., PhD, MD, JD, etc.)
University of California, Santa Barbara
Bachelors (in progress)
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Debbie
Born and raised in New York, I went to Bronx Science for high school and graduated from Columbia University in 2012. I recently graduated with an MBA degree at Cornell University and will be working in brand management. I have over 6 years of tutoring experience in NYC for middle school math, Englis...
Cornell University
Current Grad Student, MBA
Columbia University in the City of New York
Bachelors, East Asian Studies (Concentration: Business Management)
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Joshua
I began pursuing my D.V.M. degree at the Cornell College of Veterinary Medicine after graduating from Eastern Michigan University in 2012 with a degree in Biology. Following my first year of vet school I decided to take some time off to study advanced Mandarin Chinese at Tsinghua University in Beiji...
Eastern Michigan University
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Cornell University
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Veterinary Medicine
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Elizabeth
My goal is not just to help students with a tough class or a standardized test, but also to teach them learning skills they can apply to the next challenge. When you work with me, we're not just practicing algebra (or whatever); we're practicing the kinds of behaviors that will help you succeed in f...
University of Chicago
Master of Arts, Humanities
Cornell University
Bachelor in Arts, Classical, Ancient Mediterranean, and Near Eastern Studies
Certified Tutor
5+ years
Geoffrey
I received my undergraduate degree from Cornell University in 2004. After graduating, I moved to Madrid, Spain, where I worked for a non-profit organization for three years, and then enrolled in a full time Masters Degree program in International Relations at the Universidad Pontificia Comillas. All...
Cornell University
Bachelor of Science, Industrial and Labor Relations
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Michael
I am currently a student at Cornell University. I am working towards a BS in Biometry and Statistics. I hope to someday go to Medical School. Previously, I tutored middle school and high school students with the "Boys and Girls Club" in many subject areas from Chemistry to Statistics. Also, I led pr...
Cornell University
Bachelor of Science, Statistics
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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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