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Shua-Kym

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Shua-Kym

Bachelors, Economics
Shua-Kym's other Tutor Subjects
10th-12th Grade Math
10th-12th Grade Reading
10th-12th Grade Writing
Adult Literacy

To be a great tutor, like any skill that I've tried to teach a student in these past four years, gets better with practice. I'm thankful to have attended a high school that allowed me the opportunity to offer academic support to my peers. There were no material incentives - the rewards were intrinsi...

Education

Swarthmore College

Bachelors, Economics

Test Scores
SAT
1440
Allan

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Allan

Bachelor
Allan's other Tutor Subjects
Statistics
Math
Calculus
Pre-Calculus

Hello! My name is Allan Di, and I am a first-year student at Swarthmore College pursuing a Bachelor in biochemistry with aspirations of attending medical school to become a surgeon. With over 2 years of tutoring experience, I specialize in mathematics subjects, including Algebra, Precalculus, AP C...

Education

Swarthmore College

Bachelor

Test Scores
ACT
35
Gregory

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Gregory

Bachelors, English Literature, Film & Media concentration
Gregory's other Tutor Subjects
College English
College Essays
Comparative Literature
Creative Writing

My name is Greg, and I am delighted to be your tutor! I have experience in essay writing and literary analysis, and I am here to help you develop your paper-writing skills! I have experience teaching both grade school and high school students, and have taught college-level seminars. I live in Louisv...

Education

Swarthmore College

Bachelors, English Literature, Film & Media concentration

Alyssa

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Alyssa

Bachelor in Arts, Latin American Studies
Alyssa's other Tutor Subjects
ACT English
AP English Language and Composition
AP English Literature and Composition
AP History

I grew up in South Florida where I went to an IB high school and gained my IB Diploma. I flourished under the personal attention that I was able to get with the small class sizes for the IB program, as well as the familiarity with the teachers. It was a driving factor in the my college choice. I wen...

Education

Swarthmore College

Bachelor in Arts, Latin American Studies

Joe

Certified Tutor

Joe

Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry
Joe's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
AP Calculus AB
Calculus

Hello! My name is Joe, and I am a rising college sophomore looking to tutor middle or high school students in math, chemistry, english, or to people who want to learn to play the piano. Not only am I proficient in those subjects, but I have extensive experience with SAT and AP standardized tests, an...

Education

Swarthmore College

Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry

Test Scores
SAT
1550
Jasmine

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Jasmine

Bachelor in Arts, Biochemistry
Jasmine's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Calculus
Calculus 2

I am a senior with a Neuroscience major at Swarthmore College. My favorite subjects include Biology and Psychology. I am interested in teaching students how to develop a better grasp of their academic material, improve their learning skills, and succeed in whatever course they take. Outside of the c...

Education

Swarthmore College

Bachelor in Arts, Biochemistry

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1600
Katherine

Certified Tutor

Katherine

Current Undergrad Student, Computer Science
Katherine's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Science
ACT Writing
Adult Literacy
AP Computer Science Principles

Hi, my name is Katherine and I've been tutoring in various capacities since 2012. Although I'm currently studying Computer Science at Swarthmore College, I have expertise in a number of subject areas and I'd love to help you out.

Education

Swarthmore College

Current Undergrad Student, Computer Science

Test Scores
SAT
1530
Zain

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Zain

Bachelor in Arts, Physical Chemistry
Zain's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Calculus
College Physics

I am currently a senior studying at Swarthmore College with a double major in chemistry and mathematics. I have tutored college and high school students in many topics including organic chemistry, calculus, trigonometry, algebra and general chemistry. I have also tutored students in the SAT verbal a...

Education

Swarthmore College

Bachelor in Arts, Physical Chemistry

Test Scores
SAT
1530
Anne

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Anne

MED
Anne's other Tutor Subjects
Executive Functioning

I hold a Master's degree from the University of Pennsylvania in developmental psychology (with a focus on cognition) and a B.A. from Swarthmore College in theatre and English. I enjoy working with students who are looking to improve their executive function skills as a part of their overall goals fo...

Education

University of Pennsylvania

MED

Swarthmore College

MED

Miles

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Miles

Bachelors, History
Miles's other Tutor Subjects
African History
AP United States History
AP US History
College English

I graduated from Swarthmore College in May with degrees in History and Spanish. I have since returned home to New York City and work primarily as an actor, although I am planning to enroll in the Latin American Studies program at the University of Oxford in September. During my junior year of colleg...

Education

Swarthmore College

Bachelors, History

Test Scores
SAT
1520

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Tutors who graduated from or attended Swarthmore bring firsthand experience with the college's rigorous academic environment and distinctive educational philosophy. They understand the intellectual demands of a Swarthmore education and can guide students through challenging coursework with insight into how top colleges approach problem-solving, critical thinking, and interdisciplinary learning.

Swarthmore alumni tutors excel across the full range of liberal arts disciplines, including sciences, mathematics, humanities, social sciences, and languages. Given Swarthmore's reputation for rigorous STEM and writing-intensive courses, many tutors have particularly strong backgrounds in physics, chemistry, biology, mathematics, and essay composition—areas where they can share proven strategies for success.

Yes. Tutors who attended Swarthmore understand what colleges look for in terms of intellectual curiosity, analytical depth, and academic rigor. They can help you develop the advanced study skills, research abilities, and writing techniques that prepare you not just for exams, but for thriving in a demanding college environment.

Swarthmore alumni have navigated advanced coursework at one of the nation's most selective colleges, giving them practical experience with honors-level material and rigorous academic standards. They can help you master complex concepts, develop strong analytical writing, and build the study habits needed to excel in AP and honors classes.

Learning from a Swarthmore graduate means working with someone who has succeeded in an intellectually demanding environment and can model how to approach difficult material with curiosity and depth. They understand the value of asking better questions, connecting ideas across disciplines, and developing genuine mastery—principles that benefit students at any level.

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Absolutely. Swarthmore is known for its emphasis on clear thinking and strong writing across all disciplines. Tutors from Swarthmore can guide you through essay structure, argumentation, research methods, and revision techniques—skills that strengthen both academic writing and analytical thinking.

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