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Ilesh
I am a recent grad from Georgia Tech, majoring in Industrial and Systems Engineering (an intersection of math, computer science, and business) and minoring in Business and Technology. I am originally from Columbus, OH, but chose to come down to Atlanta after getting a full-ride scholarship from Geor...
Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus
Bachelor of Science, Industrial Engineering

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5+ years
Ishan
I am a current sophomore at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, where I am majoring in Biology as part of the 7 Year Accelerated Medical Program. I am also minoring in Healthcare Economics and Policy. My favorite subjects in school are Chemistry, Biology, and Math, but I also enjoy the process of writ...
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Albany Medical College
Doctor of Medicine, Premedicine

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5+ years
Arthur
I am available to tutor in a broad range of subjects, though I am most passionate about Economics, History, and Civics. Please feel free to contact me and I would be happy to arrange a session.
Middlebury College
Bachelor in Arts, Economics

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16+ years
John
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University of St Thomas
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American Academy of Dramatic Arts
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Rahul
I am a recent graduate of Cornell University, where I received a B.S. in Chemical Engineering and graduated Magna Cum Laude. Over the past several years, I have worked with students from diverse backgrounds and experiences tutoring thermodynamics (my personal favorite), chemistry, and math. I have a...
Cornell University
B.S. in Chemical Engineering

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5+ years
Benjamin
I am a 2023 graduate of the University of Notre Dame with a Finance/Economics major and a minor in Innovation and Entrepreneurship. I am a passionate student in the math and business realms, as I enjoy the intuitiveness of the former and the real-world potential of the latter. During classes in midd...
University of Notre Dame
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Rhea
I am a current student at the University of Chicago. I am working towards a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences, and I am on the pre-medical track. I am extremely passionate about tutoring, and I have several years of experience tutoring students in my high school's learning center in various...
University of Chicago
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

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8+ years
Emily
I am currently a fourth year medical student in Indianapolis. I completed my undergraduate education at Indiana University Bloomington, where I majored in Biology and Spanish. I also completed two minors in Mathematics and Chemistry. While at IU, I worked for the Department of Mathematics and Depart...
Indiana University-Bloomington
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
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Max
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Ball State University
Bachelors, Biology, General

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9+ years
Vansh
I am currently pursuing a Bachelors of Science in Aerospace Engineering at the Georgia Institute of Technology. I am also a graduate of the high school International Baccalaureate Program. I have informal experience tutoring high school physics, but am most passionate about tutoring students for the...
Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus
Bachelor of Science, Aerospace Engineering
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Satvik
AP Statistics Tutor • +68 Subjects
I am an incoming college sophomoore studying Aerospace Engineering at the Georgia Institute of Technology. I was one of the top scholars at Carmel High School in Indiana and have various experiences teaching and tutoring through leading the Carmel High School Science Olympiad team to Nationals for two years in a row. Many of my friends consistently come to me for help with various subjects because of my willingness to help and teach in a way that makes sense to everyone. My specialities are physics, chemistry, math, and economics but I am comfortable tutoring any STEM subject, the SAT, and the ACT. Some of my accomplishments include a perfect 36 ACT score, 800 on the Physics, Math Level 2, and Chemistry SAT subject tests, and a 5 on all the physics, Calculus BC, Chemistry, Macroeconomics, Computer Science, etc. AP exams. When teaching, I focus on making sure that not only do students understand different concepts, but also that students understand why and practical applications of the different concepts. As a recent high school graduate, I have a deep understanding of how high-schoolers think, what is covered in various courses now, and can connect with my students a lot more. Additionally, as an undergraduate teaching assistant at the College of Computing at Georgia Tech, I taught weekly recitation sections of 30 students and held weekly office hours. Therefore, I have lots of experience teaching and working with students.
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I'm a first-year medical student and recent graduate from Duke University, where I studied Global Health Determinants, Behaviors, and Interventions. From running a piano program at a nonprofit children's theatre to private tutoring in math, science, and standardized test prep, I enjoy helping my students become confident and self-sufficient learners! Hobbies: photography, travel, reading, music, writing, running, art, books, traveling
Anna
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I'm Anna! I'm currently a student in the MD/MBA program between Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine and the Kellogg School of Management, and graduated from Northwestern University as part of the Honors Program in Medical Education. I attended the Bergen County Academies in New Jersey, a selective, application-based magnet school, for high school.
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Calculus Tutor • +31 Subjects
I'm a recent graduate of Northwestern University, a native New Yorker, and a recent addition to Varsity Tutors. I grew up in Westchester County, where I volunteered as an assistant creative writing teacher in high school. After high school, I moved to Evanston, Illinois for school. I studied a wide variety of subjects in college: from Medieval Literature to Buddhist Psychology. I moved back to New York after graduating to pursue a career in the arts. I currently work as a reader for the literary director of an Off-Broadway theatre company.
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I am a Duke University graduate in Economics and Computer Science. I am currently pursuing an MBA degree at the Yale School of Management. I have worked in the financial field, both at a management consulting firm and a fortune 500 company. My hobbies include playing and coaching soccer. Hobbies: reading, writing, art, books, music
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AP Statistics Tutor • +116 Subjects
I am able to travel to most of Philadelphia and its surrounding suburbs, and my schedule is flexible. I look forward to finding times that both of us can work together. Best regards, and may you achieve your educational goals.
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Score improvement depends on your starting point and effort level, but 8 weeks is a solid timeline for meaningful gains. Students typically see 2-4 point increases (on the 36-point scale) when they combine focused tutoring with consistent practice, though some students improve more if they're addressing specific weak sections. The key is identifying which sections—English, Math, Reading, or Science—need the most work and prioritizing those areas during your prep window.
Pacing is one of the biggest challenges on the ACT, especially on the Reading and Science sections where students often run out of time. Tutors teach you section-specific timing strategies—like spending 8-9 minutes per passage on Reading or tackling Science questions in a strategic order rather than sequentially. You'll practice these techniques on full-length timed sections so that managing the clock becomes automatic on test day, rather than a source of stress.
Reading and Science are typically the hardest sections for ACT test-takers because they require both speed and comprehension. Reading demands you extract key information quickly from dense passages, while Science tests your ability to interpret data and graphs under time pressure. Tutors focus on teaching you how to skim strategically, identify question types, and use the passage structure to your advantage—skills that are very different from what you learn in regular English or science classes.
Full-length practice tests are essential—they're how you build stamina, identify patterns in your mistakes, and get comfortable with the exact format and timing you'll face on test day. Most 8-week prep programs include 3-4 full practice tests spaced throughout your study period. After each test, tutors review your results to pinpoint whether you're missing questions due to careless errors, conceptual gaps, or time pressure, then tailor instruction to address the root cause.
The ACT Math section tests algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and some precalculus—and many students have gaps from earlier grades. Rather than re-teaching entire topics, tutors focus on the specific ACT-relevant concepts and question types you'll actually see, then show you efficient problem-solving strategies. For example, you might learn a shortcut for solving systems of equations or a visual approach to geometry problems that saves time compared to traditional textbook methods.
Yes—test anxiety often stems from feeling unprepared or unfamiliar with question formats, both of which tutoring directly addresses. By practicing with real ACT questions and full-length tests under timed conditions, you build confidence through repeated success. Tutors also teach you mental strategies like how to manage difficult questions (skip and return later), recognize when you're overthinking, and maintain focus during the 3-hour test, all of which reduce anxiety on exam day.
The first step is usually a diagnostic full-length practice test or review of your previous ACT scores to see which sections and question types trip you up. From there, tutors prioritize—if you're losing 8 points on Math but only 2 on English, Math gets more focus. Throughout the 8 weeks, you'll take additional timed sections and practice tests to track whether your weak areas are improving and adjust the study plan accordingly, ensuring every session counts toward your goal.
The English section tests grammar, punctuation, and rhetorical skills—and the key is recognizing common error patterns rather than memorizing grammar rules. Tutors teach you to spot misplaced modifiers, pronoun-antecedent issues, and comma splices quickly. For the Writing section (if taking it), tutors focus on essay organization, thesis clarity, and supporting evidence, then have you practice writing timed essays and getting feedback on structure and argument strength.
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