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Certified Tutor
10+ years
Kunal
As a devotee of educational importance, I cannot be more determined and excited to see new faces and spread the knowledge that has been bestowed upon me. I am a Syosset High School graduate, a part of the Stony Brook University Class of 2020, and a future part of the Stony Brook Medicine Class of 20...
Stony Brook University
Current Undergrad Student, Chemistry

Certified Tutor
15+ years
Robert
I am a graduate of Stony Brook University. I received my Bachelor of Arts in History with a focus on Latin American History. I have also received a Master of Arts in TESOL education from New York University. I am certified in New York State to teach ESL K-12. I have spent more than 5 years teaching ...
New York University
Master of Arts, TESOL Education
Stony Brook University
Bachelor in Arts, History

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Brianna
I originally began my undergraduate career as a nursing major, because I wanted a job where I could learn science as well as help people. In my sophomore year, I took the chemistry nursing course and it was the beginning of a new chapter in my life. I decided to change my major to chemistry and purs...
Adelphi University
Bachelors, Chemistry
Stony Brook University
Current Grad Student, Chemistry

Certified Tutor
14+ years
Naomi
Hello prospective students!My name is Naomi and I am currently a rising 4th-year medical student. I have my B.S. in Biology with a concentration in Neuroscience, and an M.S. in Biomedical Sciences. I have experience tutoring at the undergraduate and graduate levels. I spent a year teaching math and ...
Drexel University
Master of Science, Health Sciences, General
Stony Brook University
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Tiffany
Hi!! My name is Tiffany and I am an RN at Stony Brook Hospital in Stony Brook, NY. My specialty is cardiovascular surgery. I passed my NCLEX on the first attempt in 2017 and hold a BSN from Stony Brook University. I am currently enrolled in a Masters program at Drexel University for nursing leadersh...
Drexel University
Master of Science, Clinical Nurse Leader
Stony Brook University
Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)

Certified Tutor
8+ years
Collin
I first became interested in tutoring while I was pursuing my Bachelor of Science degree in Integrated Biology at the University of Vermont. I had a wonderful supplemental instructor the first semester of my freshman year, and my experience working with her and having her help me excel made me want ...
University of Vermont
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Stony Brook University
Doctor of Medical Dentistry, Predentistry

Certified Tutor
4+ years
Abigail
I am a PhD student studying marine biology at Stony Brook University, where I study how plankton (very small animals in the ocean) move around and catch food. Before coming to graduate school, I did my undergraduate degree in Biology at Tufts University in Medford/Somerville, MA. My hobbies include ...
Tufts University
Bachelors, Biology, General
Stony Brook University
Current Grad Student, Biological Oceanography

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Zachary
I believe that one of the biggest flaws in education is the lack of intimacy between teachers and their pupils. Instead of teaching students en masse, a more optimal approach is to make each lesson fit for the particular student. I have carried out this philosophy while tutoring in the past and I in...
Stony Brook University
Current Undergrad, Biochemistry

Certified Tutor
8+ years
Kailey
As a current junior in college, I personally know what the journey through elementary, middle, and high school looks like. Often, as students go through these years of their lives, they are dealing with a host of school-related challenges not only limited to academics, but also to peer-related obsta...
Stony Brook University
Current Undergrad Student, English

Certified Tutor
2+ years
Hello! I've always believed that learning should feel supportive, inspiring, and even fun. When I was growing up, I didn't always have the guidance I needed at home, and I often wished for a teacher who could really understand me. That's why I'm so passionate about tutoringI want to be that relatabl...
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Stony Brook University alumni tutors excel across the university's strongest programs, including STEM fields like physics, chemistry, mathematics, and engineering, as well as life sciences and computer science. Many also specialize in business, economics, and humanities subjects. Because these tutors have completed advanced coursework in their areas of expertise, they can explain complex concepts clearly and help students master material at the depth required for Stony Brook's curriculum.
Your first session is designed to establish rapport and assess your current understanding. The tutor will discuss your academic goals, review any specific coursework or assignments you're working on, and identify areas where you need the most support. This foundation allows them to create a personalized learning plan that aligns with your needs and leverages their knowledge of Stony Brook's academic environment.
Alumni tutors understand the exam formats and question styles used in Stony Brook courses because they've taken similar tests themselves. They can help you review material strategically, practice with realistic problems, and develop test-taking strategies tailored to your professors' expectations. Their knowledge of what to focus on—and what professors typically emphasize—gives you a significant advantage in preparation.
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