A CLEP College Algebra course from Varsity Tutors is an opportunity for you to study in a focused, individualized manner for this important exam. Because many colleges allow students who pass a CLEP test to receive course credit and bypass introductory-level courses, a CLEP College Algebra class can have a significant impact on your academic career.
CLEP College Algebra courses can help you to refine and solidify your understanding of key algebraic ideas. The CLEP test assumes that those taking it are already familiar with the vocabulary, notation, and symbols used throughout algebra. The exam aims to test not just basic understanding but a more thorough and holistic understanding of the topic. A CLEP College Algebra prep course can help you with each of the sections of the test which are as follows:
| Topics | % of Test | # Questions |
Time |
| Algebraic operations | 25% | 60 | 90 Minutes |
| Equations and inequalities | 25% | ||
| Functions and their properties | 30% | ||
| Number systems and operations | 20% |
Students preparing for the CLEP College Algebra test will be asked to display their understanding of the following concepts:
Topics
- Operations with exponents
- Factoring and expanding polynomials
- Operations with algebraic expressions
- Absolute value
- Properties of logarithms
- Linear equations and inequalities
- Quadratic equations and inequalities
- Absolute value equations and inequalities
- Systems of equations and inequalities
- Exponential and logarithmic equations
- Definition, interpretation, and representation/modeling (graphical, numerical, symbolic, and verbal)
- Domain and range
- Evaluation of functions
- Algebra of functions
- Graphs and their properties (including intercepts, symmetry, and transformations)
- Inverse functions
- Real numbers
- Complex numbers
- Sequences and series
- Factorials and binomial theorem
CLEP College Algebra prep courses are an opportunity to focus on the areas of the exam that are most difficult for you. Because you work alone with a skilled tutor, your sessions are devoted to your needs. Everyone learns differently, and in CLEP College Algebra prep classes you and your tutor can plan your time based on your learning style. Whether you are a visual learner, whether you learn by doing, or whether you learn best through hearing information, your tutor can help you increase your understanding of the material and develop your skills.
Each CLEP College Algebra course takes place online. This makes it easier for you to attend, as you can attend from anywhere with an internet connection. CLEP College Algebra tutors are available at a variety of times. When you register for a CLEP College Algebra class, we will place you with an instructor who is able to meet at times you are available. You don't have to make your life fit around your CLEP College Algebra preparation, but rather your preparation fits your life.
A CLEP College Algebra prep class is a great opportunity to develop your study skills. The feedback, attention, and instruction you receive can not only improve your preparation for this particular exam but can also teach you what it looks like to prepare well for future exams. This makes a CLEP College Algebra course an investment not just for this particular exam, but for your academic career.
In order to help you make the most of your time preparing for the CLEP College Algebra exam, you and your instructor can devote time to test-taking strategies. These strategies can help you manage your time well on the exam and make the most of the opportunities on it. In addition to maximizing your time on the exam, these strategies can help you feel more comfortable and prepared to take the exam.
CLEP College Algebra courses from Varsity Tutoring are devoted to your test prep needs. These courses are an excellent opportunity to improve your knowledge of content areas, test-taking abilities, and confidence. If you are interested in registering, Educational Directors are available online or over the phone.
John: CLEP College Algebra course instructor
I graduated from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in NYC in 2008, the oldest English speaking acting conservatory in the world. I graduated Summa from University of St Thomas with a BA in English, and just wrapped up a MS in Data Science from Northwestern. I'm a huge Red Sox fan and love watching detective shows when I have free time.... Positivity. Always. I believe that if a student is given positive tools and is allowed to understand the material rather than be lectured at, they're more likely to do well in the future.
Education & Certification
- American Academy of Dramatic Arts - Associates, Acting
- University of St. Thomas - Bachelor of Fine Arts, English/Drama
Subject Expertise
- CLEP College Algebra
- CLEP Introductory Psychology
- CLEP Calculus
- Chemistry
- +110 subjects
Nathan: CLEP College Algebra course instructor
Hi! My name is Nathan and I'm currently a junior at New York University's Stern School of Business. I graduated from Staten Island Technical High School in 2016 and I am always looking to help and share my specialization in SHSAT, SAT, and Math!
Education & Certification
- New York University - Bachelor in Business Administration, Finance
Subject Expertise
- CLEP College Algebra
- ACT Science
- SAT Subject Tests
- College Application Essays
- +36 subjects
Corey: CLEP College Algebra course instructor
...the fine arts. I am currently working toward obtaining my BS/MS in Nuclear and Radiological Engineering at the Georgia Institute of Technology. As a tutor, I will give my all to help each and every student not only do well in their current class or on the standardized exam they preparing for, but to give them the skills necessary to perform at high levels at every facet of their own academic careers.... My teaching philosophy is to help others with their fields of study by learning what works best for them. For example, if they are a visual learner, then a tutor or instructor should focus on providing the student with more graphs and images that help fully understand the topic. It is very hard for students to learn, but it facilitates the process when the session accommodates their struggles.
Education & Certification
- Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus - Current Undergrad, Nuclear and Radiological Engineering
Subject Expertise
- CLEP College Algebra
- CLEP Calculus
- CLEP College Mathematics
- CLEP Precalculus
- +122 subjects
Robert: CLEP College Algebra course instructor
...Varsity Tutors, I strive to provide this same level of support to every one of my students. Math has always been my strongest subject, and I enjoy learning and teaching it. As a Business Economics major at UCLA, I used Calculus to create Economic models in the majority of my courses. As an Investment Banker, I strengthened my understanding of fundamental mathematical concepts by creating and applying complex financial models to a wide variety of...
Education & Certification
- University of California - Los Angeles - Bachelors, Business Economics
Subject Expertise
- CLEP College Algebra
- Test Prep
- Pre-Algebra
- Pre-Calculus
- +34 subjects
Shahnawaz: CLEP College Algebra course instructor
...passionate about and I have had many opportunities as a teacher. I was a teaching assistant for two undergraduate courses: Number Theory and Discrete Mathematics. My duties involved giving weekly tutorials and designing and evaluating homework and quizzes. I have also taught underprivileged high school students as part of an NGO. I taught math, computer science and english speaking skills. This is why Mathematics is my favourite subject to tutor. I am also comfortable tutoring...
Education & Certification
- Lahore University of Management Science - Bachelors, Mathematics
- Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zurich - Masters, Applied Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- CLEP College Algebra
- College Physics
- AP Calculus AB
- Other
- +80 subjects
Brian: CLEP College Algebra course instructor
...and at a college campus. I love tutoring Algebra and Trigonometry because of their real world applications and although you may not see it in your everyday life, these two subjects are used in anything ranging from the computer or mobile devices you are currently using to powering your home with electricity. I strive to help students understand the material presented in a way that makes sense to the student because I know from my...
Education & Certification
- St Petersburg College - Associates, Pre-engineering
Subject Expertise
- CLEP College Algebra
- CLEP Precalculus
- Elementary Math
- Calculus
- +35 subjects
Cody: CLEP College Algebra course instructor
...number one university in the country. At MIT I am pursuing a degree in mathematics. During this time I have acquired great experience in tutoring and teaching. I have a total of 8 years of experience tutoring mathematics, particularly calculus. I also have 5 years of experience tutoring in the sciences, such as biology, chemistry, and physics. My experience has come in the form of private, one-on-one tutoring with students ranging in ages from 7th...
Education & Certification
- Massachusettes Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
Subject Expertise
- CLEP College Algebra
- CLEP Precalculus
- CLEP Chemistry
- CLEP Calculus
- +127 subjects
Michael: CLEP College Algebra course instructor
...are my favorite subjects to tutor because they are very stressful for students and I can provide confidence. I love teaching/tutoring because of the lightbulbs. I love it when a student goes from lost to a lit light bulb of understanding. I studied at Mechanical Texas A&M University and received my Bachelor of Science from Charter Oak State College. When I tutor, I ask the student questions to guide them through to understanding the subject....
Education & Certification
- Charter Oak State College - Bachelor of Science, General Studies
Subject Expertise
- CLEP College Algebra
- ACT Reading
- SAT Reading
- Finance
- +50 subjects
Jacob: CLEP College Algebra course instructor
...support students and provide "tricks of the trade" to help them crack the toughest test questions. I believe every student has the potential to learn and that the teaching/learning relationship requires 100% effort from the teacher and student. Because each student learns differently, it's important for educators to quickly learn their students' learning styles so they can adapt the material and the approach to best meet the students' needs. I teach with care and patience....
Education & Certification
- Trinity University - Bachelors, Spanish
- University of the Incarnate Word - Masters, Adult Education
Subject Expertise
- CLEP College Algebra
- SAT Subject Tests
- Algebra
- 6th Grade Math
- +68 subjects
Mubashir: CLEP College Algebra course instructor
...them and to give them tools on how to approach the problems. I have a B.S degree in Electrical Power Engineering Technology and a M.S degree in Engineering Technology from University of Houston. Math has always been my strong area. In my Calculus 1 course at University of Houston, I had the 3rd highest final average in a class of almost 200 students. I have also tutored many college students at University of Houston. I...
Education & Certification
- University of Houston - Bachelors, Electrical Power Engineering Technology
- University of Houston - Masters, Engineering Technology
Subject Expertise
- CLEP College Algebra
- CLEP Precalculus
- CLEP Calculus
- Developmental Algebra
- +37 subjects
Don: CLEP College Algebra course instructor
Don has all the usual academic degrees (BA, BS, MS, PhD). He currently specializes in tutoring differential and integral calculus, multivariable and vector calculus, differential equations and dynamical systems, as well as linear and matrix algebra. He also has lots of experience tutoring students in both high school and college-level algebra, precalculus, and trigonometry courses.
Education & Certification
- Fort Lewis College - Bachelors, Mathematics, Geology
- Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University - PHD, Geosciences
Subject Expertise
- CLEP College Algebra
- CLEP Precalculus
- Business Calculus
- Geology
- +43 subjects
Anuj: CLEP College Algebra course instructor
...without the presence of a teacher, and I began tutoring them. I tutored students from many different backgrounds in all subjects of high school for over 6 months, and greatly enjoyed it and would like to tutor again. Now, having just graduated with my undergraduate degree, I am looking to begin tutoring as a true mentor, and not as a classmate. I have always excelled in and enjoyed the classroom setting. I scored a 34 composite...
Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Subject Expertise
- CLEP College Algebra
- CLEP History of the United States II: 1865 to the Present
- CLEP College Mathematics
- CLEP Biology
- +85 subjects
Jeffry: CLEP College Algebra course instructor
"Any fool can know. The point is to understand." -Albert Einstein... To date, I have found that it is best to view tutoring as a team endeavor. I am a player on a student's team with the goal of academic success and increased intellectual understanding. This outcome is impossible without getting down to the student's level, utilizing age appropriate vocabulary, providing constructive criticism, and establishing their baseline. I have found that reviewing a student's past work can provide me a quick glimpse into their tendencies and trends and may help to expedite their tutoring experience. I have also found that students who seek to succeed, more often do so than those who are forced to partake in tutoring sessions by their parents or guardians. Towards this end, I seek to converse with a student honestly about their motivation to pursue tutoring services and act accordingly. An unmotivated student may require some help to see how their goals in life actually do require successful completion and understanding of a particular subject. A motivated student may require support to overcome the obstacle that is holding them back, or the guidance necessary to achieve their desired aims.
Education & Certification
- St Johns University - Bachelors, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- CLEP College Algebra
- Biostatistics
- Middle School Science
- Reading
- +44 subjects
Rory: CLEP College Algebra course instructor
...with your son or daughter! A little bit about myself, I hold a B.A. in History and International Relations from Saint Josephs University. I am a member of the Phi Beta Kappa honor society, the Phi Alpha Theta history honors society, and the Sigma Iota Rho International Studies honors society. I am from upstate New York (Albany area). I am an avid Yankees, Football Giants, Knicks, Saint Joseph's University, and Siena College basketball fan.
Education & Certification
- Saint Joseph's University - Bachelors, History & International Relations
- Villanova University - Masters, Church Management
Subject Expertise
- CLEP College Algebra
- CLEP Humanities
- CLEP College Mathematics
- CLEP Precalculus
- +158 subjects
Shannon: CLEP College Algebra course instructor
...and activities in English. While I love Physics and Math, I am tutoring several Math topics, such as, Algebra, Calculus, Pre-Algebra, Pre-Calculus and also Spanish and English. I must say my favorite topic to tutor is Calculus because it helps you understand and analyze different problems in a very different way. I like helping students because I don't think they should feel like they can't accomplish something because they don't understand a topic very well,...
Education & Certification
- Saint Cloud State University - Bachelors, Physics
Subject Expertise
- CLEP College Algebra
- CLEP Chemistry
- CLEP Precalculus
- CLEP Spanish
- +136 subjects
Alafia: CLEP College Algebra course instructor
...subjects from general chemistry to physical chemistry, and I have a really strong background in math. I want to pass on my love for chemistry, biology, math, and engineering to students! I have been tutoring these subjects for the past three years. My tutoring style is friendly, and encouraging! I am a visual learner, and I like to teach my students concepts by pictures. Furthermore, my tutoring style is fun and hands on.
Education & Certification
- Michigan State University - Bachelors, Chemical Engineering
- University of Michigan-Dearborn - Current Grad Student, Industrial Engineering
Subject Expertise
- CLEP College Algebra
- CLEP Chemistry
- CLEP Calculus
- CLEP Biology
- +74 subjects
Shawn: CLEP College Algebra course instructor
...sessions. As an educator I do not support last minute cramming as the primary learning method of content for students as it does not lead to retention of material, mastery of larger themes, or the ability to differentiate between subtle differences when problem-solving on tests and exams. I will help my clients when they need extra sessions before Final Exams and AP Exams, but those who have been working the hardest throughout the school year...
Education & Certification
- University of Richmond - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
- University of California-Los Angeles - Master of Science, Chemistry
Subject Expertise
- CLEP College Algebra
- CLEP Chemistry
- CLEP College Mathematics
- CLEP Precalculus
- +131 subjects
Marcella: CLEP College Algebra course instructor
My goal is to help you succeed! I am passionate about finding the keys to unlock your learning potential. I have a J.D. and an undergraduate degree in Chemistry. Earlier in my career I was a certified secondary education teacher in math and physical sciences. I have tutored many students all the way from elementary school through college. I use examples from the everyday to bring schoolwork to life.
Education & Certification
- University of Akron - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
- University of Akron Main Campus - Juris Doctor, Law
Subject Expertise
- CLEP College Algebra
- CLEP College Mathematics
- CLEP Precalculus
- CLEP Chemistry
- +38 subjects
Thomas: CLEP College Algebra course instructor
I have been tutoring since 2008. I've helped 1000+ students to improve their understanding in general chemistry, biology (especially in genetics, anatomy, and microbiology), most physics courses, organic chemistry, math (algebra, geometry, and pre-calc), ACT, GRE, DAT, MCAT, and other test prep. I have a level 1 & 2 tutor certification from the College Learning and Reading Association. I offer one-on-one, small group, and online tutoring.
Education & Certification
- University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee - Bachelor of Science, Microbiology
- Liberty University - Master in Public Health, Public Health
Subject Expertise
- CLEP College Algebra
- CLEP Chemistry
- CLEP Precalculus
- CLEP Biology
- +93 subjects
Alexis: CLEP College Algebra course instructor
I graduated Eastern Connecticut State University with my Bachelors in Mathematics and Dance & Global Performance. I currently teach 10th and 11th grade Algebra 2. I aspire to open my own dance studio. I have been tutoring in mathematics for about 7 years, and have worked in math classrooms in both middle and high schools. I love to help people and watch my students grow. I can't wait to help with your tutoring needs.... I have a very constructivist philosophy of teaching. I think that students should be able to find the answers from what they know and build on that. When in clinical placements I tend to teach using stations, where the students have something different at each one, but can learn on their own and ask questions for clarification. They are able to take control of their own learning while advancing.
Education & Certification
- Eastern Connecticut State University - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- CLEP College Algebra
- CLEP College Mathematics
- CLEP Calculus
- Algebra 2
- +79 subjects