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If you're getting ready to take the SAT in the Albany area, then Varsity Tutors can help you prepare with an in-depth Albany SAT prep course. The SAT is an important college admissions exam that is usually taken by high school students who are getting ready to apply to college. For example, you may have decided to take the SAT if you attend Bethlehem Central Senior High School or Niskayuna High School. If you do well on the SAT, then you may have a better chance of getting accepted into your top choice universities. A good score could even help you earn more scholarship offers.
Of course, getting a good score on the SAT is something that's easier said than done. The SAT is a comprehensive standardized test that can be challenging to prepare for on your own. So why not consider taking an Albany SAT course provided by Varsity Tutors? In the paragraphs that follow, you'll get a closer look at what's actually tested on the SAT as well as how a course can help you prepare for it. You can also reach out to us directly if you're ready to get started with a class.
What do you need to know before taking the SAT?
The SAT was designed for the purpose of helping college admissions committees evaluate which of their applicants are most suited for success at the collegiate level of study. To accomplish that goal, the exam is split into three required sections that focus on topics in Reading, Writing and Language, and Math. The SAT also has an optional SAT section that you may or may not decide to complete. The test has a total time limit of 3 hours or 3 hours and 50 minutes depending on whether or not you decide to do the Essay section.
The first section of the exam we'll cover is Math. This test section is actually divided into two parts based on the questions that you're allowed to use a calculator to solve and the ones you're not. The exam features a series of multiple-choice questions that cover the most important math topics that you would've studied in your classes. You'll be asked to answer questions on things like algebra, data analysis, and more. You'll have a total of 80 minutes to complete 58 multiple-choice questions on this part of the SAT.
The Writing and Language section asks you to read a series of written passages that focus on a variety of different academic disciplines. The score that you earn on this part of the exam will be combined with your score from the Reading section to create one 200 to 800 point score. Some of the passages that you read in this section will include tables, graphs, and charts. That means you may want to practice analyzing these things to prepare for this section of the SAT.
The last required SAT section focuses on Reading. This part of the exam has a 65-minute time limit and a total of 52 multiple-choice questions. The section asks test-takers to read passages on things like classical literature, historical documents, science, and social science, among other things. You'll then need to respond to a number of questions that assess your understanding of each passage.
You may also decide to complete the SAT Essay section. Students are given 50 minutes to read a passage and then write an essay that addresses that passage. This section requires that you work quickly to develop a thesis and craft a compelling piece of writing. You'll be graded based on the strength of the claims you make and the quality of your essay. You can get help preparing for this challenging process by signing up for an Albany SAT course. The next section will focus on the many ways that a test prep course can supplement your study plan.
What are the benefits of taking an Albany SAT class?
If you'd like help preparing for your upcoming SAT test date, then taking an Albany SAT class is a great way to find what you're looking for. Your course will take place online through a live virtual learning platform that replicates the traditional classroom learning experience. You'll learn from an experienced educator who will take you through a series of live lectures that collectively cover everything that you need to know before taking the SAT. Classes are a group learning option so you'll also get the chance to interact with a group of your peers throughout your lessons. This can help you get even more out of your study sessions.
If you're having a tough time understanding a challenging topic, then you can even sign up to work with your instructor in a one-on-one setting to get additional guidance. You can sign up for this assistance to ensure that you don't fall behind the rest of the group if you're struggling. For example, if you're not understanding one of your instructor's lessons on math, then you can easily meet with them for a one-on-one learning session where they can go over your problem areas. This creates an environment where academic growth is primed to occur.
Additionally, there are numerous course options to choose from and new courses start weekly. This means that you can sign up for a class even if you already have a schedule. This flexibility is key to what makes taking a course such a unique academic opportunity. You can reach out to us today for help finding a course plan that fits within the confines of your existing obligations.
How can I get started?
The SAT is a difficult exam that plays a large role in the college admissions process. If you plan on taking the SAT soon, you owe it to yourself to have a strong test preparation process. Do you think that you would benefit from taking an Albany SAT course? If so, then you can quickly find the right course for your needs by contacting Varsity Tutors today. We'd love to work with you as you pursue your SAT goals. We hope to hear from you soon.
Jesica: Albany SAT course instructor
...working as a tutor since I was thirteen for mathematics and I love every minute of it. I like tackling new mathematics and helping students view their work at different angles that might help them come to an understanding of the subject. Being able to do math, not just arithmetic, is an ability that every student has and I believe that together we can figure out how to let that ability shine.... I believe that all students can be good at math; they just need a push in the right direction. I believe students learn better when they find the approach that works best for them, even if it might not be exactly how the curriculum wants them to approach it. By gaining a basic understanding, I believe that students can more easily adapt and learn the patterns that the curriculum wants them to adapt to and understand.
Education & Certification
- Carroll College - Bachelors, Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- Calculus
- Algebra
- Summer
- +34 subjects
Rob: Albany SAT course instructor
...taught for over seven years, including at such prestigious institutions as Choate Rosemary Hall, and graduated Phi Beta Kappa and Magna Cum Laude from Fordham University with a triple major in English, Philosophy, and American studies. I have two masters' degrees, and am a certified teacher in the State of Massachusetts. As a tutor, I am both flexible and patient. No two students are the same, and therefore there is no "right approach" to tutoring....
Education & Certification
- Fordham University - Bachelor in Arts, English / History / Philosophy
- Fordham University - Master of Arts, Philosophy
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- Advanced Placement
- SSAT
- +94 subjects
Elisabeth: Albany SAT course instructor
...younger children struggling in math and science. I enjoy connecting with students to help find a way for them to not only understand the material, but to be able to use that material and apply it to their learning for years to come. It is important to me that each student makes academic goals and that I help achieve those goals so that every student feels successful and well equipped to handle material on their...
Education & Certification
- The University of Vermont - Bachelors, Psychology
- SUNY at Albany - PHD, Clinical Psychology
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- Advanced Placement
- ACT
- 11th Grade Reading
- +74 subjects
Katie: Albany SAT course instructor
...to not only have students successfully learn information, but additionally, I want them to feel confident about their work. I have been a tutor for four years now. I began tutoring middle school math my freshman year of high school, and later I tutored Regents Earth Science through National Honors Society in my senior year. I am now a freshman at Ithaca College, majoring in Biology, minoring in Anthropology, and pursuing a career in medicine....
Education & Certification
- Ithaca College - Bachelors, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- ACT
- SAT Subject Tests
- Algebra
- +23 subjects
Shachi: Albany SAT course instructor
I am a current undergraduate student who has always had a passion for tutoring. I have garnered over 250 hours of tutoring experience of all kinds over a period of many years. From helping elementary aged children gain confidence in their academic abilities to rigorous test preparation, I...... My teaching philosophy is just to use learning as a tool for finding passions. This allows students to truly enjoy the learning process and helps them achieve both academic and non-academic goals.
Education & Certification
- Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute - Current Undergrad, Biology- Accelerated Physician Scientist Program
- Albany Medical College - Masters, MD
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- Advanced Placement
- PSAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- +52 subjects
Skye: Albany SAT course instructor
...everything. They made a point of acknowledging the natural learning curve of their students, regardless of experience or subject matter. Aspiring to this, I am as transparent with my students as possible. I guide them to "question everything," even me. I highlight as much my own questions as answers, encouraging them to do the same, in hopes to demonstrate that the latter cannot exist without the former, and that each holds equal value. I select...
Education & Certification
- University of New Hanpshire - Bachelors, English Language and Literature
- New Mexico State University-Main Campus - Masters, Creative Writing
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- ASPIRE
- PSAT
- ACT
- +41 subjects
Samantha: Albany SAT course instructor
...and I've had the unique experience of serving as a US Navy submarine veteran for six years. Currently, I teach physics and create math video tutorials on my YouTube channel, which you can find by searching @APHTutoring. Feel free to check out my videos to get a feel for my teaching style! I'm based near Albany, NY, and I specialize in delivering personalized one-on-one tutoring sessions online, using Google Meet and Microsoft OneNote to provide...
Education & Certification
- University of North Florida - Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- ASVAB
- FCAT 2.0
- REGENTS
- +30 subjects
Nelson: Albany SAT course instructor
...life teaching. I completed my undergraduate studies at Franklin and Marshall College. Upon obtaining my graduate degree (M.A.) in mathematics from Wesleyan University, I spent three years teaching math at a private high school in Stamford, CT before going to work in the private sector for IBM. Eventually I left IBM and started my own company in the computer leasing industry. Even though throughout my career I have been in mostly sales positions, I found...
Education & Certification
- Franklin and Marshall College - Bachelors, Math
- Wesleyan University - Masters, math
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- ACT
- Algebra 2
- +12 subjects
Alexander: Albany SAT course instructor
...I am currently a first-year sociology PhD student. I am passionate about using my research, interests, and hobbies to help others. While I am most comfortable tutoring basic math, English, Spanish (high school and college), and core sociology courses, I am also a strong writer and have experience with academic-style writing. I love helping others learn, and I believe that education is the first step in imparting social change. In my spare time, I enjoy...
Education & Certification
- Ithaca College - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- PSAT
- STAAR EOC
- SAT Subject Tests
- +105 subjects
Charles: Albany SAT course instructor
...Tewksbury Public School system; I covered classes from the sixth grade through the twelfth grade. I have also attended an alumni tutoring session for Tewksbury High School in order to prepare students for their finals. In my experience at MCLA, I have had one field placement so far in which I worked with an eleventh grade AP World History class as well as honors and intensive freshman World History classes. I had a great mentor...
Education & Certification
- Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts - Bachelors, History and Education
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- PSAT
- PSAT Writing Skills
- Summer
- +21 subjects
Kevin: Albany SAT course instructor
I'm a Sophomore at Dartmouth College planning on majoring in Computer Science and Economics. I've always had a love for teaching and I strongly believe in passing on lessons to future generations. In the past, I've worked as a math tutor in multiple subjects to support our local Chinese community and also mentored in other areas such as physics, tennis, college applications, and computer science.
Education & Certification
- Dartmouth College - Bachelor in Arts, Computer Science
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- PSAT
- SAT Subject Test in Chemistry
- +26 subjects
Quentin: Albany SAT course instructor
...2.5 years teaching reading and math groups in a public school. I am very successful at engaging students and reframing any subject to help meet a student's personal learning needs and goals. In addition to my strong advocacy of literacy, I also have a strong love for the power of math and numbers. I know math can be very intimidating to many students and math trauma is very real. Part of the work in tutoring...
Education & Certification
- SUNY Empire State College - Bachelor in Arts, English
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- REGENTS
- PSAT
- ACT
- +48 subjects
Amber: Albany SAT course instructor
Hello, my Name is Amber and I am a student at Roanoke college. I grew up speaking Portuguese and English and have tested out of my college placement exam in Spanish. I love teaching and hope to create some more students who speak multiple languages.
Education & Certification
- Roanoke College - Bachelor of Science, Environmental Studies
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- Languages
- Middle School
- Geometry
- +9 subjects
Brooke: Albany SAT course instructor
...Judge in New York, and have been for 8 years. I have been an attorney for over 10 years. I love to see when a student gets it! I am always willing to help in whatever way possible and I want to make sure you not only get the right answers, but you know why they are right. Students: Remain focused on your goals, but know that your goals can change. The key is to...
Education & Certification
- University of Maryland-College Park - Master of Laws, Law Enforcement Intelligence Analysis
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- PSAT
- GED
- WISC IV
- +96 subjects
Colm: Albany SAT course instructor
...ski, play soccer and do a variety of other activities in order to have a good time. I have a fairly laid back approach to tutoring, with first establishing a baseline with each student and then working to improve the student overall, with focusing on the critical points first. I am most interested in tutoring technical subjects (math or sciences) or preparing for exams. I have taken the SAT, GRE, AP exams and a variety...
Education & Certification
- Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute - Bachelors, Materials Engineering
- Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute - Masters, Materials Engineering
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- PSAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- Algebra 2
- +28 subjects
Saffron: Albany SAT course instructor
As an applied mathematics major at Stony Brook University, I took courses on probability, statistics, and calculus. After college, I took a year and a half to gain professional experience as a Financial Engineer with First Derivatives. Currently, I will be going back to school for a Masters of Environmental Studies at UPenn.
Education & Certification
- Stony Brook University - Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- SAT Writing and Language
- AP Statistics
- Algebra 2
- +20 subjects
Sheri: Albany SAT course instructor
...that will make me stand out from other tutors. But the truth is I'm a pretty down to earth person who happens to have advanced my career with degrees, licenses and certificates that required standardized tests. I lost count how many times I thought I was done with tests forever only to be faced with another one I had to pass. As a matter of fact, I have goals I'd like to achieve in the...
Education & Certification
- Bentley University - Bachelor in Arts, Finance
- University of Massachusetts Amherst - Bachelor of Science, Human Nutrition
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- Personal Finance
- Cooking
- Life Sciences
- +17 subjects
Education & Certification
- Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, Engineering and Industrial Management
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- PSAT
- Algebra
- Admissions
- +15 subjects
Merit: Albany SAT course instructor
I'm a recent graduate of Case Western Reserve University, having studied Spanish and Theater! Other interests of mine include sewing, writing, directing, and reading, in addition to working on theater productions and practicing my Spanish language skills.
Education & Certification
- Case Western Reserve University - Bachelor in Arts, Spanish
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- CLEP
- UK A Level
- UK GCSE
- +73 subjects
Carrie: Albany SAT course instructor
...tutoring, and parenting. My passion for English language and literature is evident to every student who meets with me. I have great approaches for tackling the intricacies of grammar, composition, and criticalreading that will benefit a lifetime of reading and writing. Having closely examined the challenges of the SAT and ACT, I am excited to share strategies that will certainly lead to more confident test takers. Most importantly, I believe the tutoring experience should provide...
Education & Certification
- University of Delaware - Bachelors, English Education
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- ACT
- PSAT
- Other
- +22 subjects