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Certified Tutor
9+ years
Dylan
I, Dylan Trott, am a hardworking Mechanical Engineering student at Stony Brook University that understands the importance of helping others. I believe in uplifting my fellow students and offering my knowledge to any and all students who need it which is why I believe varsity tutoring is a perfect fi...
Stony Brook University
Current Undergrad, Mechanical Engineering

Certified Tutor
9+ years
Brett
I am a graduate from SUNY Stony Brook with a Bachelor of Arts in History and a Master of Arts in Teaching. I have tutored and taught students of all ages, from kindergarten through 12th grade, and even some college students. I love to tutor many different subjects, but Social Studies, Math, Literatu...
Stony Brook University
Master of Arts Teaching, Teaching Social Studies
Stony Brook University
Bachelor in Arts, History

Certified Tutor
Katie
I am a graduate of Queens College and Stony Brook University. I received my Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts in history with a focus on American history after World War II. I wrote my Master of Arts thesis on equal rights which I am incredibly passionate about. While I have experiencing tutoring ...
Queens Colege
Master of Arts, History
Stony Brook University
Bachelor in Arts, History

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Zachary
I believe that one of the biggest flaws in education is the lack of intimacy between teachers and their pupils. Instead of teaching students en masse, a more optimal approach is to make each lesson fit for the particular student. I have carried out this philosophy while tutoring in the past and I in...
Stony Brook University
Current Undergrad, Biochemistry

Certified Tutor
9+ years
Kaytarzyna
I received my Master's Degree in Chemistry from University College London and Harvard University. I am currently pursuing studies towards a Ph.D. degree in Chemistry at Stony Brook University. I have experience teaching undergraduate and graduate level classes including General Chemistry, Organic Ch...
University College London
Bachelor of Chemistry, Chemistry
Stony Brook University
Current Grad Student, Chemistry

Certified Tutor
10+ years
Kody
I have worked hard in the subjects that I excel in to get where I currently am. I am an undergraduate student at Stony Brook University majoring in Mathematics, so you could say that Math and me really click. I have worked with others, trying to better help them obtain a better understanding of math...
Stony Brook University
Bachelor of Science, Mathematics

Certified Tutor
7+ years
Gerard
I am a special education teacher in Bronx, NY. I teach 10-12 graders in all core subjects. I know that every person has their own unique talents. It is up to me to learn what your strengths are so that we can maximize them while hiding any shortcomings.
Stony Brook University
Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
Fordham Law
Juris Doctor, Legal Studies State Certified Teacher

Certified Tutor
5+ years
Luciane
Dear Parents:I understand your concerns about your child's education! I am a full-time homeschool mom of our three children in elementary school. Teaching our own children is both rewarding and challenging! I will work hard to motivate your child to develop an appreciation for learning, and to under...
Saint Peters College
Bachelor of Science, Psychology
Stony Brook University
Doctor of Philosophy, Cognitive Psychology and Psycholinguistics

Certified Tutor
Adesh
I have always been a goal oriented and reaching-for-the-stars individual. As a New York native, I graduated as the salutatorian from high school with regents' honors. I have excelled with 95%+ in all of my high school regents examinations. As a high school student I fell in love with Math & Science ...
Stony Brook University
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Medical University of the Americas
Doctor of Medicine, Medicine

Certified Tutor
Thomas
I first started tutoring others while in high school. I casually tutored some of my friends and peers who needed help in mutual classes, such as AP Calculus, AP Stats, and AP Physics. I became more involved with formal tutoring as a member of National Honor Society. I was active in tutoring both pee...
Stony Brook University
Bachelor of Engineering, Biomedical Engineering
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Tutors who attended or graduated from Stony Brook University bring firsthand knowledge of the university's rigorous coursework, teaching style, and academic expectations. They understand the specific challenges students face in Stony Brook's programs and can provide targeted strategies based on their own experience succeeding in these courses. This insider perspective helps them anticipate where students commonly struggle and address gaps more effectively.
Stony Brook University alumni tutors excel across the university's strongest programs, including STEM fields like physics, chemistry, mathematics, and engineering, as well as life sciences and computer science. Many also specialize in business, economics, and humanities subjects. Because these tutors have completed advanced coursework in their areas of expertise, they can explain complex concepts clearly and help students master material at the depth required for Stony Brook's curriculum.
Your first session is designed to establish rapport and assess your current understanding. The tutor will discuss your academic goals, review any specific coursework or assignments you're working on, and identify areas where you need the most support. This foundation allows them to create a personalized learning plan that aligns with your needs and leverages their knowledge of Stony Brook's academic environment.
Alumni tutors understand the exam formats and question styles used in Stony Brook courses because they've taken similar tests themselves. They can help you review material strategically, practice with realistic problems, and develop test-taking strategies tailored to your professors' expectations. Their knowledge of what to focus on—and what professors typically emphasize—gives you a significant advantage in preparation.
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