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Elizabeth

Certified Tutor

11+ years

Elizabeth

AM
Elizabeth's other Tutor Subjects
GRE

Elizabeth scored 730 Verbal and 770 Quantitative on the GRE and teaches exclusively from ETS materials, since those mirror test-day question styles more closely than third-party prep books. She built her approach over years of classroom instruction at American University and Princeton Review, creati...

Education

Vanderbilt University

AM

Test Scores
Perfect Score
GRE
1500
Thomas

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Thomas

AM
Thomas's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Linear Algebra
College Algebra

Thomas covers both the quantitative and verbal sides of the GRE, drawing on a math-heavy science background that spans calculus through statistics and a graduate education built on reading and writing analytically. For the Quantitative Reasoning section, he digs into probability, number properties, ...

Education

Columbia University in the City of New York

AM

Dartmouth College

AM

Test Scores
Perfect Score
GRE
1410

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Ruth

PhD
Ruth's other Tutor Subjects
LSAT

Ruth has taken the GRE from both sides — as a test-taker entering her PhD program in Criminology and as someone who now teaches all three sections. Her doctoral training sharpens the Analytical Writing component, while her math teaching background means she can break down Quantitative Reasoning prob...

Education

University of Pennsylvania

PhD

Moravian College and Moravian Theological Seminary

PhD

Test Scores
GRE
326

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Irina

Undergraduate Degree
Irina's other Tutor Subjects
GRE Quantitative
GRE Verbal
GRE

Preparing for the GRE as a whole means juggling Verbal, Quantitative, and Analytical Writing — three sections that reward very different skills but share a common thread of logical reasoning. Irina's science background covers the quantitative side, while her years of teaching English abroad and earn...

Education

New York University

Undergraduate Degree

Test Scores
SAT
1530
ACT
33
GRE
337

Certified Tutor

12+ years

Stephen

AB
Stephen's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary School Math
GRE Quantitative
GRE Verbal
GRE

I am a graduate of Grinnell College, a private liberal arts college located in Grinnell, Iowa. I have a Bachelor of the Arts in Computer Science from Grinnell's Department of Math and Computer Science. Since graduation I have tutored students of a wide variety of ages and background in a number of...

Education

Grinnell College

AB

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1440
ACT
33
GRE
1460

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Destiny

BS
Destiny's other Tutor Subjects
SAT Math
SAT
SAT Reading and Writing

Scoring 5s on both AP English exams and the AP Psychology exam, Destiny knows how to dissect reading passages under pressure and construct tight analytical arguments — two skills that drive GRE Verbal and Analytical Writing scores. Her psychology background at Howard University also built the quanti...

Education

Howard University

BS

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1400
ACT
33
GRE
710

Certified Tutor

15+ years

Elle

Bachelor's
Elle's other Tutor Subjects
SAT

Reviews from students: "I loved how you explained math. You were able to explain formulas so they made sense and it was engaging. Thank you for making math interesting." - Ferol Conklin "I have published over 20 articles, and no one has ever edited my articles as thoroughly or as helpfully as you...

Education

University

Bachelor's

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1410
GRE
1460

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Aaron

Current Grad Student, Mechanical Engineering
Aaron's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Calculus 2
Calculus
Algebra

I'm not tutoring or buried in my textbooks, you will either find me rock climbing at the Triangle Rock Club, playing Ultimate Frisbee, working on my car, or enjoying the great outdoors (beaches, mountains, forests--you name it, I love it). On rainy weekends I enjoy tinkering with computers and old e...

Education

The University of Texas at Dallas

Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering

Duke University

Current Grad Student, Mechanical Engineering

Test Scores
SAT
1530

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Mimi

Masters in Education, Education
Mimi's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math

I am an interdisciplinary educator with an Ed.M. from the Harvard Graduate School of Education and a B.A. from Dartmouth College. My background is primarily in integrated arts learning and museum education and I specialize in visual arts, history and art history, and object-based learning. In all su...

Education

Harvard University

Masters in Education, Education

Dartmouth College

B.A.

Test Scores
SAT
1560

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Nina

Masters in biostatistics
Nina's other Tutor Subjects
Statistics Graduate Level
Statistics
Calculus
Algebra

I am a recent graduate from a masters program in biostatistics at Columbia University. I received my Bachelor of Arts in biological sciences, with a focus in neurobiology at Northwestern University. In August, I will be starting a doctoral program in biostatistics at NYU. I was a teaching assistant ...

Education

Columbia University

Masters in biostatistics

Northwestern University

Bachelor of Arts in biological sciences (focus in neurobiology)

Columbia University in the City of New York

Current Grad Student, Biostatistics

Test Scores
SAT
1550

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Frequently Asked Questions

Score improvement depends on your starting point and study commitment, but most students see meaningful gains within 8-12 weeks of focused preparation. A tutor can help you identify which sections (Verbal, Quantitative, or Analytical Writing) need the most work and create a targeted study plan. Research on personalized instruction shows that 1-on-1 tutoring significantly accelerates learning compared to self-study alone, especially when addressing specific question types or timing challenges.

Your first session typically includes a diagnostic assessment to identify your current strengths and weaknesses across all three GRE sections. A tutor will review your target score, graduate program requirements, and timeline to create a personalized study roadmap. This session also covers test format, question types, and pacing strategies so you understand what to expect on test day.

Pacing is one of the most common GRE challenges—the test gives you roughly 1.5 minutes per Verbal question and 2 minutes per Quantitative question, which feels rushed without practice. A tutor teaches you to recognize question patterns quickly, skip strategically, and manage your time across all three sections. Through timed practice tests and section-by-section drills, you'll build the confidence and speed needed to complete the exam without sacrificing accuracy.

That depends on your target score and which section challenges you most. Many test-takers find Verbal reading comprehension and vocabulary more difficult, while others struggle with Quantitative problem-solving under time pressure. A tutor will analyze your practice test results to determine where you're losing the most points, then prioritize those areas while maintaining your strengths. Most students benefit from balanced prep, but the ratio shifts based on your individual needs and program requirements.

Most test-prep experts recommend taking 4-6 full-length practice tests spaced throughout your study period—this gives you realistic score benchmarks and helps you identify patterns in your mistakes. The first test establishes your baseline, while subsequent tests track improvement and build test-day stamina. A tutor can review your practice test results in detail, explaining why you missed questions and teaching strategies to avoid similar mistakes on the actual GRE.

Test anxiety often stems from unfamiliarity with the format, uncertainty about timing, or previous negative test experiences. Working with a tutor builds confidence through repeated exposure to authentic GRE questions, timed practice, and proven test-taking strategies. As you see your scores improve and develop a clear understanding of what to expect, anxiety naturally decreases. Your tutor can also teach breathing and mental focus techniques to manage stress on test day.

Most students benefit from 8-16 weeks of preparation, depending on their starting score and target score. If you're aiming for a top-tier program, plan for longer and more intensive study. A tutor helps you create a realistic timeline based on your schedule and goals, breaking the curriculum into manageable weekly milestones. Consistent, focused study—even 5-7 hours per week with tutoring support—typically yields better results than sporadic cramming.

The Analytical Writing section requires you to analyze arguments and develop coherent essays under strict time limits—skills that improve dramatically with feedback and practice. A tutor can teach you the structure of strong GRE essays, help you identify logical fallacies in arguments, and provide detailed feedback on your writing. Writing 8-10 practice essays with tutoring review typically builds the confidence and speed needed to score well on this often-overlooked section.

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