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Noah

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Noah

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
Noah's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Trigonometry
Middle School Math
Calculus

I am a Duke University graduate with a degree in Computer Science, where I also played football and am currently working on a Master's Degree in Cybersecurity. I have always loved math and science and problem solving and these subjects have always been easy for me. I know this is not the case with m...

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Duke University

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

Test Scores
ACT
34
Adam

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Adam

Doctor of Philosophy, Materials Science
Adam's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Organic Chemistry
Chemistry

I am a graduate of Canisius College with a degree in Chemistry and Northwestern University with a PhD in Materials Science and Engineering. I am passionate about helping mentor the next generation STEM students, with my favorite subject being chemistry. I first developed my interest in education dur...

Education

Canisius College

Bachelor of Science, Chemistry

Northwestern University

Doctor of Philosophy, Materials Science

Katie

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Katie

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry
Katie's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
AP Chemistry
Inorganic Chemistry

I am a PhD student in Inorganic Chemistry at Yale University. I've been spreading my love of chemistry for the past several years as a TA for general chemistry, and I'm excited to share my passion with you! Prior to Yale, I got my B.S. in chemistry from Caltech, where I also served as a TA for both ...

Education

California Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry

Yale University

Doctor of Science, Inorganic Chemistry

Andrew

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Andrew

PHD, Inorganic Chemistry
Andrew's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Competition Math
Middle School Math
Calculus

I am confident that I can help any student take their performance to the next level in any of several academic subject areas, especially math and chemistry, and on standardized tests.

Education

Washington University in St. Louis

PHD, Inorganic Chemistry

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

Bachelors, Chemistry

Christin

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Christin

Doctor of Philosophy, Biochemistry
Christin's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Chemistry
High School Chemistry

I am an educational counselor and math/ science specialist for the Upward Bound Programs and am an adjunct in the Chemistry department. I have a passion for helping make STEM fields more approachable and relatable for students.

Education

Misericordia University

Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry

Princeton University

Doctor of Philosophy, Biochemistry

Xhesika

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Xhesika

Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Xhesika's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
AP Chemistry
Nutrition

I am an alumna of The Williams School in New London, CT. I attended undergrad at Middlebury College in Middlebury, VT as a Molecular Biology & Biochemistry major. I am currently completing a dual Ph.D/Pharm.D. program at the University of Connecticut. My graduate work focuses on medicinal chemistry ...

Education

Middlebury College

Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

Snipta

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Snipta

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Snipta's other Tutor Subjects
Statistics Graduate Level
Pre-Algebra
Statistics
Pre-Calculus

I'm a graduate from the University of Texas at Dallas with double Bachelors Degrees in Computer Science and Cognitive Science. I have explored the intersection of technology, medicine, and public policy throughout my academic career. I'm an industry-trained computer scientist with experience at Micr...

Education

The University of Texas at Dallas

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

Test Scores
SAT
1560
ACT
34
Zachary

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Zachary

Bachelor of Science, Pharmacy
Zachary's other Tutor Subjects
AP Statistics
Pre-Algebra
Linear Algebra
Statistics

I am dedicated tutor specializing in math and sciences. I have my doctorate in pharmacy and have an eclectic repertoire of subjects I am ready to help you pass!

Education

Saint John's University

Bachelor of Science, Pharmacy

Saint John's University

Pharmaceutical Chemist, Pharmacy

Jane

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Jane

Current Undergrad Student, English
Jane's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Prep
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT Reading

I am a current student at Princeton University, obtaining a major in English with minors in Environmental Studies and Musical Theater. I graduated from Sewickley Academy in 2016 as a member of the Cum Laude Society with highest honors for all semesters. I am an AP Scholar with Honors, an Academic Al...

Education

Princeton University

Current Undergrad Student, English

Test Scores
SAT
1540
ACT
34
Anna

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Anna

Current Grad Student, Communication Sciences and Disorders
Anna's other Tutor Subjects
ACCUPLACER ESL - Listening
ACCUPLACER ESL - Reading Skills
ACCUPLACER ESL - Sentence Meaning
ACCUPLACER Language Use

With each of my experiences working with children my passion for education has grown. I first came to Austin to work with a Spanish literacy intervention program through Americorps called A Community for Education (ACE). After my service with ACE I taught at a dual language (Spanish-English) school ...

Education

Oberlin College

Bachelors, Comparative American Studies

The University of Texas at Austin

Current Grad Student, Communication Sciences and Disorders

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ACT Science Tutor • +32 Subjects

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College English Tutor • +13 Subjects

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Frequently Asked Questions

Graduate chemistry students typically struggle most with quantum mechanics applications, advanced thermodynamics, and translating between macroscopic observations and molecular-level explanations. Many also find it challenging to synthesize concepts across physical, organic, and analytical chemistry when tackling research problems. Additionally, students often underestimate the rigor required for literature reviews and experimental design—skills that go well beyond undergraduate problem-solving. A tutor experienced in graduate work can help you build these integrative thinking skills and develop the conceptual depth needed for research and comprehensive exams.

Graduate lab work demands understanding not just the procedure, but the underlying chemistry driving each step. A tutor can help you work backward from experimental observations to explain what's happening at the molecular level—for example, why a reaction rate changes with temperature or how spectroscopic data reveals molecular structure. This bridges the gap between following a protocol and truly understanding your research, which is essential for writing strong lab reports, troubleshooting failed experiments, and designing new experiments. Strong conceptual grounding makes you a more independent and creative researcher.

Quantum mechanics is notoriously abstract, and many students memorize equations without grasping the physical intuition behind them. A tutor can help you build mental models—visualizing orbitals, understanding what wavefunctions actually represent, and connecting quantum principles to real spectroscopy and bonding problems you encounter in research. The goal is moving beyond plug-and-chug calculations to understanding why certain transitions are forbidden or why a molecule has the properties it does. This deeper understanding makes advanced topics like computational chemistry and photochemistry much more accessible.

Graduate-level synthesis requires not just knowing reactions, but predicting outcomes under varied conditions and understanding competing pathways. A tutor can work with you on retrosynthetic analysis, helping you think strategically about multi-step syntheses and recognize when protecting groups, regioselectivity, or stereochemistry will be critical. They can also help you interpret mechanistic details in literature—understanding why an author chose a particular solvent, temperature, or catalyst. This kind of guided problem-solving builds the chemical intuition you need to design your own syntheses and troubleshoot experimental setbacks.

Comprehensive exams test not just individual topics, but your ability to synthesize knowledge across the discipline under time pressure. A tutor can help you identify knowledge gaps that span multiple areas—for instance, how kinetics, thermodynamics, and quantum mechanics all inform reaction mechanisms. They can guide you through practice problems that require integrative thinking, help you develop efficient problem-solving strategies, and build your confidence tackling unfamiliar questions. Regular tutoring sessions in the months leading up to comps provide structured review and targeted support on your weakest areas.

Yes—tutors can help with skills that extend beyond coursework, such as interpreting advanced analytical data (NMR, mass spec, X-ray crystallography), understanding literature methods, and troubleshooting experimental design. They can also help you think through how to communicate your chemistry clearly in writing and presentations. If you're working in a specialized area like materials chemistry, biochemistry, or catalysis, a tutor with relevant expertise can accelerate your learning of domain-specific concepts and help you ask better questions in lab meetings. This kind of support strengthens both your research and your development as an independent chemist.

Look for tutors with graduate-level chemistry training—ideally a master's degree or PhD in chemistry or a related field—and active or recent experience with graduate coursework or research. The best tutors can explain advanced concepts clearly, have worked through comprehensive exams themselves, and understand the specific demands of graduate programs. It's also valuable if they have experience in your subfield (organic, analytical, physical, inorganic, biochemistry, etc.) or are familiar with the types of research problems you're tackling. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who meet these standards and can provide personalized support tailored to your program's expectations.

Bring your course syllabus, recent exams or problem sets you've struggled with, and any lecture notes or textbook sections that confuse you. If you're working on research, bring relevant lab notebooks, experimental data, or literature papers you're trying to understand. It's also helpful to come with specific questions or topics you want to focus on—this helps the tutor quickly understand your level and tailor the session. The first meeting is about establishing what you need most, so being specific about your challenges and goals will make tutoring much more effective.

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