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Max
I'm a senior at Yale College where I study Economics. I'm originally from Millburn, NJ.
Yale University
Current Undergrad, Economics
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10+ years
Edris
I am a dedicated teacher because I am a dedicated learner and I strive to instill in my students that same passion for knowledge and mental exercise, all while improving the student's grades. My tutoring experience stretches back to when I was a high school student tutoring students younger than me ...
Boston College
Bachelors, Economics, Mathematics and Biology Minor
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10+ years
Hans
I am a recent graduate of Northwestern University in Chicago. While there, I majored in Economics and minored in International Studies with a focus in International Political Economy and Development. Beyond these classes, I also had a healthy, eclectic interest in a wide range of subject areas inclu...
Northwestern University
Bachelors (Economics; minor: International Studies)
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10+ years
Patrick
I am a West Chester East High School class of 2015 alumni. I currently attend Boston College, majoring in Economics and Mathematics. I am very excited for the opportunity to tutor and help students with their academics. I have a history of tutoring in my high school and look forward to furthering my...
Boston College
Bachelors, Economics and Mathematics
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Dana
I'm a hardworking, compassionate, and patient individual who has been tutoring since high school and helping my little sister with her homework long before. I'll work with every new student individually to recognize his or her strengths and weaknesses to make sure that material is actually being lea...
Brown University
Bachelor in Arts, Public Policy and American Institutions
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Marvin
I am currently an upper elementary teacher through Teach For America, and I've passed all of my elementary certification exams, while working on finishing my teacher license this academic year from calumet college, St. Joseph. My undergraduate degree is in Economics from the University of Chicago, a...
The University of Chicago
Bachelor in Arts, Economics
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10+ years
Damian
I'm a great math tutor because I understand the material thoroughly, am patient, and know how to explain things.
University of Chicago
Current Undergrad, None
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10+ years
Nima
I am a rising college sophomore who will be attending Duke University on a full merit scholarship in the fall. I love to run cross country and play the viola, as well as tutoring students in a whole variety of subjects! Feel free to message me!
Duke University
Bachelors, Physics
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10+ years
Daniel
I'm naturally smart. I'm not that guy that can just look at a problem on the board and just figure it out in seconds. I hate asking that guy for help because he doesn't know how to explain somethinghe just gets it right away. He's never sat down and broken it down. I never was that guy and I will ne...
Yale University
Current Undergrad, Applied Mathematics
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Vanderbilt University
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Students typically find supply and demand curves, elasticity calculations, and the distinction between microeconomics and macroeconomics concepts challenging in the early units. Later, many struggle with understanding monetary policy mechanisms, international trade models, and the nuances of different economic systems. Graph interpretation is consistently difficult—students often can identify a curve shift but struggle to explain the economic reasoning behind it or predict secondary effects. A tutor experienced in AP Economics can identify which specific concept is causing confusion and break it down with targeted examples and practice problems.
The AP Economics multiple-choice section (60 questions in 70 minutes) requires careful time management—roughly 1 minute per question. The key strategy is to read the question stem first before looking at answer choices, so you know exactly what's being asked before considering options. Many students fall into traps by misreading whether a question asks about price increases or quantity changes, or confusing short-run versus long-run effects. Tutors can help you practice identifying question types (definition-based, graph-based, scenario analysis) and develop a consistent elimination strategy for distractors that seem plausible but miss the economic principle being tested.
Graph questions require not just drawing curves correctly, but clearly labeling axes, showing shifts with arrows, and—most critically—explaining the economic logic in words. Many students draw a correct supply curve shift but lose points because they didn't explain why supply changed (e.g., 'input costs increased'). Graders also penalize incomplete labeling or graphs that don't match the scenario described. Tutors can teach you the AP rubric's specific requirements: which elements are essential (correct curve direction, accurate labels) versus nice-to-have, and how to write explanations that demonstrate economic reasoning rather than just restating the question.
Elasticity calculations trip up many students—they forget to use the midpoint method, confuse percentage changes with absolute changes, or misinterpret what their answer means (elastic vs. inelastic demand). Marginal revenue and marginal cost problems also generate errors when students miscalculate totals or confuse average and marginal values. In macroeconomics, multiplier calculations and understanding how to work backward from GDP to find consumption or investment are frequent problem areas. A tutor can help you build a checklist for each calculation type and practice problems until the steps become automatic, reducing careless errors under timed conditions.
The AP splits into Micro (first semester, ~60% of exam) and Macro (second semester, ~40%), and students often blur concepts like how individual firm behavior differs from economy-wide effects. For example, a price ceiling affects a single market differently than inflation affects the entire economy. A useful framework is thinking 'micro = individual actors (consumers, firms) and their markets' while 'macro = aggregates (total output, price level, employment).' Tutors can help you build mental models and practice problems that reinforce this distinction, so when you see a question about unemployment or a specific industry's pricing, you automatically know which lens to apply.
With 70 minutes for 60 multiple-choice questions and then 50 minutes for three free-response questions, pacing is crucial. Many students panic when they encounter an unfamiliar question type and waste time, then rush through free-response sections where they can earn more points. A tutor can help you practice full-length exams under timed conditions to build confidence and develop a strategy—for example, skipping a difficult multiple-choice question initially and returning to it later, or spending your first 5 minutes of free-response planning your graph and explanation before writing. Practicing this way reduces test-day anxiety because you've already solved problems under pressure.
Score gains depend on your starting point and effort level. Students who begin tutoring in the 2-3 range (with fundamental concept gaps) often improve 1-2 points with consistent work, since they need to rebuild understanding of core topics like supply-demand and market structures. Students scoring 3-4 typically improve 1 point by targeting specific weak areas and refining test-taking strategy. The national average is around 2.5-2.7, so reaching a 4 or 5 requires both concept mastery and the ability to apply knowledge quickly under pressure. Tutors can help you identify which improvement strategy works best—deeper concept review, more practice problems, or test-taking refinement—based on diagnostic assessments.
An effective AP Economics tutor should have deep knowledge of both micro and macro content, understand the AP rubric and scoring guidelines, and have experience with the specific question formats (multiple-choice scenarios, graph analysis, calculation problems). They should be able to explain concepts clearly and catch common misconceptions—for example, why students confuse 'shortage' with 'low price,' or why a tax creates deadweight loss. Ideally, they've helped multiple students prepare for the exam and can recognize which topics typically cause problems for different learners. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who have proven expertise in AP Economics and can tailor their approach to your specific challenges, whether that's graph interpretation, calculation accuracy, or understanding complex policy scenarios.
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