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Faven

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Faven

Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Faven's other Tutor Subjects
Admissions
College Application Essays
College Government
College Political Science

I am a graduate of Duke University with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with minors in Education and Documentary Studies. Before I went to college, I spent a lot of time in an elementary school classroom volunteering, especially in the summers, and that was when I realized I love tutoring. I...

Education

Duke University

Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government

Sarah

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Sarah

Bachelor of Science, Psychology
Sarah's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Prep
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT Reading

My name is Sarah and I'm a sophomore at Duke University. I'm pre-med studying psychology with a minor in biology and chemistry. I work in the admissions office as a tour guide and I love getting to know high schoolers interested in the college admissions process!

Education

Duke University

Bachelor of Science, Psychology

Test Scores
SAT
1500
ACT
34

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Shivesh

Doctorate (e.g., PhD, MD, JD, etc.)
Shivesh's other Tutor Subjects
SAT
ACT Math

There's nothing quite like that moment when a student's face lights up with understanding. Whether it's finally grasping a challenging calculus concept, conquering chemistry equations, or crafting the perfect college essay, I've had the privilege of witnessing countless "aha!" moments throughout my ...

Education

Duke University

Doctorate (e.g., PhD, MD, JD, etc.)

Yale University

Master's/Graduate

University of California, Los Angeles

Bachelor's

Test Scores
SAT
1460
ACT
34

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Davis

Bachelors, Biology, General
Davis's other Tutor Subjects
Biology
College Biology
Graduate Test Prep
High School Biology

I recently graduated from Duke University with a degree in Biology and a Minor in Chemistry. I excelled in my program with a Biology GPA of 3.77. I am extremely passionate about the material, and enjoy tutoring as a way of keeping Biology in my life. While in school I tutored for a student-run nonpr...

Education

Duke University

Bachelors, Biology, General

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Zoey

Master of Science, Marine Biology
Zoey's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Prep
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT Reading

As a graduate of Duke University with a B.S. in Biology, I knew I wanted to pursue academia. I continued my studies with a M.S. in Marine Biology at Nova Southeastern University, where I solidified my passion for research and teaching others. Now I'm hoping to help my students get as excited about l...

Education

Nova Southeastern University

Master of Science, Marine Biology

Duke University

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Certified Tutor

13+ years

Vyshak

Master of Arts Teaching, Secondary Science State Certified Teacher
Vyshak's other Tutor Subjects
Anatomy
Anatomy & Physiology
Biology
Chemistry

Hello! I have teaching experience in Biology, Chemistry, Anatomy and Physiology for high school. I taught these subjects at Frank W. Ballou Senior High School in Southeast, Washington, DC from 2010-2012. I will be applying to medical school and am looking to use my teaching experience to tutor high ...

Education

American University

Master of Arts Teaching, Secondary Science State Certified Teacher

Duke University

Bachelor of Science, Biomedical, Electrical Engineering

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Rene

AM
Rene's other Tutor Subjects
Differential Equations
Statistics

PhD Mathematics. Undergrads in Physics and Maths. Duke University and NYU alumni.

Education

Duke University

AM

George Mason University

AM

Test Scores
GRE
315

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Sydny

Bachelor of Science, Psychology
Sydny's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Writing
Anthropology
AP English Literature and Composition
AP Psychology

I am an incoming first-year medical student with a deep passion for the human body and mind. As a student who thrived with tutoring, I love teaching students how to think about problems and answer tough questions.

Education

Duke University

Bachelor of Science, Psychology

Medical University of South Carolina

Doctor of Medicine, Premedicine

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Emmanuel

Master of Science, Physician Assistance
Emmanuel's other Tutor Subjects
Biology
Cell Biology
Chemistry
Emergency Medicine

I am a current student at Duke University School of Medicine pursuing my MHS degree in Physician Assistant studies. I received my Bachelor of Science degree in Respiratory Care with which I practiced as a Respiratory Therapist with focus in Adult critical Care. I have several certifications and I am...

Education

Duke University

Master of Science, Physician Assistance

Boise State University

Bachelor of Science, Respiratory Therapy

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Mariana

Bachelors, Critical Development Studies
Mariana's other Tutor Subjects
College Application Essays
Elementary School Math
Elementary School Writing
English

A professional greatly passionate about learning, education, and teaching. Studied at Duke University and traveled the world! I enjoy helping others learn and achieve their academic goals. I love meeting new people and have a friendly, down-to-earth personality.

Education

Duke University

Bachelors, Critical Development Studies

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