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Kristen

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Kristen

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Kristen's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
AP Physics 2
Biology
College Application Essays

I'm a recent college graduate (and future medical student) who's excited to meet you and help you reach your learning goals.I first became interested in tutoring when I struggled my freshman year at Duke University. Previously unchallenged, I had to work hard to teach myself difficult topics and rel...

Education

Duke University

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Bernice

Certified Tutor

Bernice

Bachelor of Science, Physics
Bernice's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
College Physics
Math
Middle School Math

My mission as a Varsity Tutor is to provide my students confidence in their academic abilities and provide mentorship and advice on their academic careers.

Education

Duke University

Bachelor of Science, Physics

Thara

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Thara

Current Undergrad, Undecided Biological Sciences
Thara's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Prep
Algebra
Algebra 2
Algebra 3/4

I am a rising sophomore at Duke University. My dream is to become a doctor someday, so I am currently on the pre-med track and taking several chemistry and biology courses. Although my current focus is in science, I have a passion for history and culture. This past summer I participated in a study a...

Education

Duke University

Current Undergrad, Undecided Biological Sciences

Zhong

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Zhong

Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
Zhong's other Tutor Subjects
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT Science
ACT Writing

Hello! I am a rising junior at Duke University. I hail from Cleveland, Ohio (Go Cavs!), and I'm currently studying medical sociology, with the intent of going to medical school.With the stress of AP's and SAT/ACT still fresh in my mind and a younger brother currently going through it, I believe the ...

Education

Duke University

Bachelor in Arts, Sociology

Test Scores
SAT
1590
ACT
34
Caleb

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Caleb

Bachelor of Science, Statistics
Caleb's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
AP Calculus AB
Audition Prep
Calculus

I am currently an undergraduate student at Duke University. I plan on pursuing a B.S. in statistical science with a minor in music. During my time in high school, I taught saxophone to middle school students. I would be happy to tutor various math subjects such as SAT Math, calculus I (AP Calculus A...

Education

Duke University

Bachelor of Science, Statistics

Test Scores
SAT
1540
Beepul

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Beepul

Bachelor of Engineering, Biomedical Engineering
Beepul's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Math
Algebra
AP Physics 1
Biomedical Engineering

I am rising junior at Duke University studying biomedical engineering and mathematics. Since junior year of high school I have really enjoyed tutoring students. I have been fortunate to tutor students of many ages, ranging from freshman in high school to juniors in college. I am most passionate abou...

Education

Duke University

Bachelor of Engineering, Biomedical Engineering

Test Scores
SAT
1520
Jordan

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Jordan

Bachelor's
Jordan's other Tutor Subjects
GED Science

As a passionate educator with a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry from Duke University, I have over 5 years of tutoring experience across diverse age groups, from young children to adult learners. My specialties include AP English Language and Composition, Conversational Spanish, and GED preparation, w...

Education

Duke University

Bachelor's

Lenique

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Lenique

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Lenique's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Writing
Biology
Cell Biology
Chemistry

I am a 2021 graduate from Duke University where I graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Biology, with Distinction. At Duke, I also minored in Global Health and Chemistry and was a recipient of the Benjamin N. Duke full-ride scholarship based on leadership, service, and academics. I will be attendi...

Education

Duke University

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Yale University

Doctor of Medicine, Premedicine

Monica

Certified Tutor

Monica

Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering
Monica's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Korean
Languages

I have been a personal tutor and have also taught in group settings for over 5 years covering topics ranging from math and science to Korean and computer science. This emphasized the importance of being adaptable and using different teaching methods for different pupils.My philosophy is positive rei...

Education

Duke University

Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering

Anthony

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Anthony

PHD, Philosophy
Anthony's other Tutor Subjects
12th Grade Writing
College English
College Essays
English

I have taught ten different philosophy courses at the university level, plus independent studies and Honors College courses. I also have experience teaching and tutoring the LSAT. Finally, I have experience teaching philosophy to high school students through the North Carolina Governor’s School, Eas...

Education

Duke University

PHD, Philosophy

Albion College

Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy

Test Scores
LSAT
167

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