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Yangbo

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Yangbo

Bachelor of Science, Economics
Yangbo's other Tutor Subjects
11th Grade AP Economics
K-12th Grade French
6th-12th Grade AP Biology
6th-12th Grade AP Chemistry

Ever since bringing refugee children up to and beyond grade-level mathematics while tutoring in the mid-2000s, I have always been motivated by a spirit of service to community, society, and humanity at large. Teaching and tutoring is one small but essential part of that ethos.

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Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Science, Economics

Laura

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Laura

PHD, Law
Laura's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
AP U.S. Government & Politics
College Algebra

I recently graduated from law school and attended college at Saint Mary's in Indiana. I am originally from the Austin, TX area but am happy to call Chicago "home". As a younger student English and Social Studies always came easily to be but I struggled with Math quite a bit and had to work hard to m...

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Loyola University-Chicago

PHD, Law

Saint Mary's College

Bachelors, Political Science & Economics

Edward

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Edward

Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Edward's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Math
Algebra
Algebra 2
AP Microeconomics

The courses I focus on as a tutor are high school math courses and college business/economics. I believe that learning should be fun and provide lifelong enjoyment. I graduated from Greenwich Country Day, Choate, Brown (economics major), and Harvard Business School (MBA). Currently, I teach undergra...

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Harvard University

Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management

Brown University

Bachelor in Arts, Economics

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SAT
1440
Christopher

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Christopher

Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
Christopher's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Basic Computer Literacy
C++
Calculus

Passionate about delivering software that solves business or social problems, in addition to I am dedicated to helping others succeed through education.

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Allegheny College

Bachelor of Science, Mathematics

Carrie

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Carrie

Bachelor in Arts, Speech-Language Pathology
Carrie's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary School English
Elementary School Reading
English
Learning Differences

I received my Associates degree in Business Management. I received my Bachelor's degree in Child and Family Development and my Post-Baccalaureate degree in Speech-Language Pathology. I love learning and making learning fun!I have tutored at two different Public Schools and have worked with students ...

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University of Akron Main Campus

Bachelor in Arts, Speech-Language Pathology

Maylorie

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Maylorie

Masters, Education Adult/Post Secondary
Maylorie's other Tutor Subjects
ACCUPLACER Language Use
ACCUPLACER WritePlacer
ACT Writing
Adult Literacy

My focus is student success and motivation. When it comes to language arts, composition, grammar, structure, research and essay writing I can help you improve.

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Portland State University

Masters, Education Adult/Post Secondary

Portland State University

Bachelors, Business Management

Ibukun

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Ibukun

Doctor of Philosophy, Chemical Engineering
Ibukun's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
College Physics
COMPASS Mathematics

Experienced Math and Science Tutor

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Mendeleev University of Chemical Technology

Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering

University of Houston

Doctor of Philosophy, Chemical Engineering

Georgia

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Georgia

Bachelor of Science, Accounting
Georgia's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
AP Macroeconomics
Arithmetic
Business

Growing up with a teacher for a mother, I have always been challenged to learn. A voracious reader, writer, and student, I always loved learning. These interests were compounded by the desire to share the knowledge I acquired from each new topic of study. As early as grade school, I assisted in teac...

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Old Dominion University

Bachelor of Science, Accounting

Ed

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Ed

PHD, Genes and Develoment
Ed's other Tutor Subjects
Anatomy
Anatomy & Physiology
Biochemistry
Biology

I attended Birmingham-Southern College for my undergraduate studies, and received a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. After working for two years, I attended the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, earning a Ph.D in Genes and Development. My studies there were focused on Immunology...

Education

UT Southwestern Medical Center

PHD, Genes and Develoment

Birmingham Southern College

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Shannon

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Shannon

Master of Arts, European History
Shannon's other Tutor Subjects
Adult Literacy
American Literature
College English
College Level American Literature

I am a graduate of the University of North Florida. I have a Master's Degree in History and I have worked as a graduate teaching assistant, during which time I graded exams, tests, and essays and assisted with tutoring. I believe that learning can be fun and rewarding and I hope to use my passion fo...

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University of North Florida

Master of Arts, European History

University of North Florida

Bachelor in Arts, History

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Frequently Asked Questions

Score improvement depends on your starting point and how consistently you engage with tutoring. Students who work with a tutor typically see gains of 1-2 points on the 5-point AP scale, though those starting from a 1 or 2 may see more dramatic improvement. The key is consistent practice with real AP exam questions and targeted review of weak areas—tutoring helps you identify exactly where you're losing points and develop strategies to address those gaps.

Most students benefit from starting tutoring at least 8-12 weeks before the exam, which gives enough time to work through the full curriculum, take multiple practice tests, and refine test-taking strategies before test day.

The most common struggles include understanding how to apply economic concepts to real-world scenarios on the free-response questions, managing the 2-hour 10-minute exam's pacing across 60 multiple-choice questions and 3 essays, and distinguishing between similar concepts (like different types of unemployment or price controls). Many students also struggle with graph interpretation and analysis, which appears frequently on both sections.

A tutor can help you move beyond memorizing definitions to truly understanding the "why" behind economic principles, practice timed exam conditions, and develop a systematic approach to tackling both multiple-choice and free-response questions efficiently.

A strong study plan typically spans 12-16 weeks and includes three phases: (1) building foundational understanding of microeconomics and macroeconomics concepts through targeted lessons, (2) practicing full-length and section-based practice tests to identify weak areas and get comfortable with question formats, and (3) focused review of problem areas with emphasis on test-taking strategies and timing.

Ideally, you'll take your first full-length practice test around week 6-8 to establish a baseline, then take at least 2-3 more over the final 6-8 weeks. This spacing allows time to learn from mistakes before your next attempt. A tutor can customize this timeline based on when you start and your current understanding level.

Free-response questions require you to apply economic concepts to scenarios, draw and label graphs correctly, and explain your reasoning clearly—this is different from just knowing definitions. The key is practicing with real AP prompts and getting feedback on your explanations. Students often lose points for incomplete graphs, unclear reasoning, or failing to fully address what the question asks.

A tutor can show you the exact components that earn full credit on these questions, help you develop a structured approach to planning your essay before you write (including which graphs or examples you'll use), and provide targeted feedback on practice responses so you understand what "excellent" looks like before test day.

Graphs appear constantly on AP Economics—supply and demand models, production possibilities frontiers, Phillips curves, and more. On multiple-choice questions, you need to interpret existing graphs quickly. On free-response, you need to draw and label them accurately while explaining what they show. Many students rush through graphs or mislabel axes, costing them easy points.

Dedicated practice with graphs makes a huge difference. A tutor can have you sketch each major graph model repeatedly until it becomes automatic, teach you to interpret shifts versus movements along curves, and show you common graph mistakes to avoid. Once graphing becomes muscle memory, you'll have more mental energy for the conceptual reasoning.

Test anxiety often stems from feeling unprepared or uncertain about question formats. The best antidote is genuine preparation: taking multiple full-length practice tests under timed conditions builds confidence and familiarity. When you've practiced the exam dozens of times, the actual test feels less intimidating.

A tutor can also help you develop specific strategies like starting with questions you find easier to build momentum, managing your pacing so you don't run out of time, and creating a pre-exam routine (good sleep, reviewing key formulas, positive self-talk). Practicing these strategies repeatedly during tutoring sessions means you'll execute them automatically on test day, even when you're nervous.

The best AP Economics tutors have strong mastery of both microeconomics and macroeconomics, deep familiarity with the AP exam format and College Board's scoring rubrics, and experience helping multiple students achieve strong scores. They should explain concepts clearly but also be able to challenge you with application questions, not just rehash textbook definitions.

Look for a tutor who uses actual AP practice materials, provides structured feedback on practice tests, and can pinpoint exactly where you're losing points rather than just telling you to "study harder." They should also adapt to your learning style and adjust pacing based on your progress, helping you focus time where it matters most.

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