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9+ years
Between a biochemistry degree and a master's in biology, Thomas has run enough statistical analyses and quantitative problem sets to recognize the GRE Quant section for what it is — recycled algebra, ratios, geometry, and data interpretation dressed up in deliberately tricky phrasing. He teaches acr...
Columbia University in the City of New York
AM
Dartmouth College
AM
Certified Tutor
11+ years
Scoring 770 on her own Quantitative section, Elizabeth knows the GRE math isn't about advanced concepts — it's about recognizing which arithmetic, algebra, geometry, or data analysis principle a question is really testing beneath its wording. She taught GRE prep as an adjunct professor at American U...
Vanderbilt University
AM
Certified Tutor
6+ years
My teaching philosophy is focused on a single objective - that students learn. I have a Ph.D. in Criminology from the University of Pennsylvania and a J.D. from Temple Law School. My GRE score was a 326, and my LSAT score was a 173. I've tutored over 60 students through Varsity Tutors. I'm co...
University of Pennsylvania
PhD
Moravian College and Moravian Theological Seminary
PhD
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Having taught high school math abroad through the Peace Corps and later completed quantitative coursework in her MPH at Emory, Irina has cycled through the exact algebra, ratios, and data analysis concepts the GRE Quant section recycles — multiple times, in multiple contexts. She's especially sharp ...
New York University
Undergraduate Degree
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Hello, my name is Destiny and I graduated from Howard University. I majored in Psychology with a minor in Biology and Administration of Justice. One of the most important lessons I've learned from school is the value of asking for help. This can be the difference between simply memorizing some facts...
Howard University
BS
Certified Tutor
12+ years
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...
Grinnell College
AB
Certified Tutor
15+ years
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...
University
Bachelor's
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Mimi
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...
Harvard University
Masters in Education, Education
Dartmouth College
B.A.
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Aaron
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...
The University of Texas at Dallas
Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering
Duke University
Current Grad Student, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Nina
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 ...
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
Certified Tutor
I am a graduate of Wesleyan University, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with High Honors. With eight years of experience working in education, I've tutored students in math, science, history, and English, as well as helped students prepare for standardized tests. I've guided adults...
Harvard University
PHD, Education
Wesleyan University
Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
Certified Tutor
Christopher
I am a rising sophomore at Harvard College and am about to declare as a Mechanical Engineering concentrator, working towards a Bachelor of Science degree. I've always enjoyed sharing my knowledge with my peers and those around me and have done so in both formal and informal settings. I've been a tut...
Harvard College
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
Liz
I am a graduate of Washington University in St Louis, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in History with minors in Humanities and Anthropology. Since graduation, I have worked as a tutor, teacher, and director of tutors at a charter public middle school in Boston. During this time I also received ...
Simmons College
Masters, Special Education: Mild to Moderate Disabilities 5-12
Washington University in St. Louis
Bachelor of Arts in History (minors in Humanities and Anthropology)
Certified Tutor
Michelle
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Baylor College of Medicine
Current Grad Student, M.D.
Rice University
Bachelor's in Biochemistry and Cell Biology
Certified Tutor
Charles
I am a junior Mechanical Engineering major at Yale, and I hope to become a Naval Aviator after college. I am also a varsity sailor, and enjoy playing music with friends when I can get some free time. I have been tutoring my fellow students throughout my entire academic career, and I would best descr...
Yale University
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
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Frequently Asked Questions
The GRE Quantitative section tests your ability to solve mathematical problems and interpret data across four main areas: arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and data analysis. You'll encounter multiple-choice questions, numeric entry questions, and quantitative comparison questions, all designed to measure your problem-solving skills and mathematical reasoning rather than advanced calculus or formulas you need to memorize.
Score improvement depends on your starting point and study effort, but most students see meaningful gains with focused preparation. Many students improve by 5-10 points on the 130-170 scale with consistent practice over 2-3 months, though those starting lower often see larger percentage improvements. Personalized 1-on-1 instruction helps you identify specific weak areas—whether that's geometry, data interpretation, or pacing—so you can target your study time effectively.
The most common struggles are time management, understanding unconventional question formats (especially quantitative comparisons), and gaps in foundational math concepts that resurface under test pressure. Many students also struggle with data interpretation questions that require careful reading alongside calculation. A tutor can help you develop test-taking strategies, build speed through targeted practice, and shore up any conceptual gaps before test day.
Most students benefit from 2-4 months of consistent preparation, dedicating 5-10 hours per week depending on their baseline math skills and target score. If you're targeting a competitive score for graduate programs, you may want to extend that timeline. Working with a tutor helps you use your study time more efficiently by focusing on your specific weak areas rather than reviewing content you already know well.
Practice tests are essential—they help you get comfortable with the test format, identify timing issues, and reveal specific question types that give you trouble. Taking full-length practice tests under timed conditions is more valuable than drilling individual problems, since pacing is a major challenge for many test-takers. A tutor can review your practice test results with you to pinpoint patterns in your mistakes and adjust your study strategy accordingly.
Your first session typically starts with a diagnostic assessment to understand your current strengths, weak areas, and target score. The tutor will review your math background, discuss your study timeline, and work through a few practice problems to see how you approach different question types. From there, you'll develop a personalized study plan focused on the specific skills and strategies that will have the biggest impact on your score.
Test anxiety often stems from uncertainty about concepts or strategies, which personalized instruction directly addresses. As you build confidence through targeted practice and master specific problem-solving techniques, anxiety naturally decreases. Tutors also teach test-taking strategies like pacing techniques, how to skip and return to difficult questions strategically, and how to manage your mental approach under pressure.
Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who understand GRE Quantitative and can work with your schedule and learning style. Simply share your target score, timeline, and any specific areas where you need help, and we'll match you with a tutor experienced in test prep. You can start with a single session to see if it's a good fit, then build out a study plan that works for your goals.
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