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Kiersten

Certified Tutor

Kiersten

Bachelor's
Kiersten's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
SAT Mathematics
SAT Reading and Writing

I am a junior studying Writing for Screen and Television at the University of Southern California's School of Cinematic Arts. For the past two spring semesters I worked as a CollegeSpring Mentor, tutoring Green Dot Charter high school juniors for the SAT and teaching them predatory skills for colleg...

Education

University

Bachelor's

Test Scores
SAT
1550
Zhenrui

Certified Tutor

Zhenrui

Bachelors, Electrical Engineering
Zhenrui's other Tutor Subjects
Multivariable Calculus
Calculus 3
Calculus 2
Calculus

I am a BS/MS student at Columbia University studying Electrical engineering and also following the premed curriculum. After my undergraduate, I hope to pursue an MD-PhD and work in a teaching/research hospital as a physician-engineer.

Education

Columbia University in the City of New York

Bachelors, Electrical Engineering

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1570
ACT
36

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Brian

PHD, Technology & Information Mgmt (Indef. deferred)
Brian's other Tutor Subjects
AP Statistics
Statistics Graduate Level
Pre-Algebra
Finite Mathematics

I'm a recent graduate of the California Institute of Technology in Economics and Computer Science. I was also accepted at Harvard, Princeton, MIT, and Stanford. I have a broad range of interests spanning science, math, engineering, social science, the humanities, the arts, and athletics (I also play...

Education

University of California-Santa Cruz

PHD, Technology & Information Mgmt (Indef. deferred)

California Institute of Technology

Bachelors in Economics and Computer Science

Test Scores
SAT
1580

Certified Tutor

14+ years

Naama

Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Naama's other Tutor Subjects
College Algebra
Arithmetic
Competition Math
Middle School Math

I'm a New York transplant to LA, and a freelance composer and musician by nature. I am an artist and a teacher-- these are my two passions! I'm also a translator, linguistics nerd, avid reader, and fabulous teacher. I went to NYU and studied Linguistics, and am continuing my studies for an Applied L...

Education

New York University

Bachelor in Arts, Psychology

Test Scores
SAT
1570

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Gray

Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Gray's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
PSAT Writing Skills
SAT Subject Test in Literature

I am a recent graduate of the University of Virginia living in Los Angeles. While at UVA, I earned a 3.95 GPA and graduated my major program with Highest Distinction. I have eight years of tutoring experience (including starting my own tutoring program) and have worked with students of all ages. I'm...

Education

University of Virginia-Main Campus

Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government

Test Scores
SAT
1580

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Ari

Bachelors, English and Environmental Studies
Ari's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus

I'm Arian. I graduated from Wesleyan University with degrees in English and Environmental Studies, with a focus on creative writing. For my senior thesis, I wrote a 50-page epic poem that intertwined the geobiological evolution of the earth with my family history.

Education

Wesleyan University

Bachelors, English and Environmental Studies

Test Scores
SAT
1590

Certified Tutor

Michael

Bachelor of Fine Arts, Drama
Michael's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra

I am a recent graduate of New York University's Tisch School of the Arts where I received my B.F.A. in Drama with a minor in Applied Theatre. During my time at NYU, I studied at the Atlantic Acting School and the Experimental Theatre Wing, sang in a choir called Drama Cantorum, and co-founded a nati...

Education

New York University

Bachelor of Fine Arts, Drama

Test Scores
SAT
1500
ACT
35

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Sarah

Bachelor in Arts, Journalism
Sarah's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

I am currently a sophomore at NYU studying English and Journalism. However, I can help with almost any subject, including math and science, as I took advanced-level courses and 13 AP tests in high school. I have years of experience tutoring students of all ages, from elementary school through high s...

Education

New York University

Bachelor in Arts, Journalism

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1600
ACT
35

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Jack

Current Undergrad, Double in Integrative Biology and Anthropology
Jack's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Trigonometry
Pre-Calculus

I'm an undergraduate at UC Berkeley with two years currently under my belt and the intention to double major in anthropology and biology. My focus is on understanding human biological and social origins through analysis of human artifacts, biological remains, and environmental reconstruction, with a...

Education

University of California-Berkeley

Current Undergrad, Double in Integrative Biology and Anthropology

Test Scores
SAT
1590

Certified Tutor

Alexander

Masters, Viola
Alexander's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
Finite Mathematics
College Algebra

I am currently a doctoral student at the University of Southern California, and I completed earlier degrees at the Juilliard School in New York and at La Sierra University in Riverside, CA. At La Sierra as an undergrad, I received dual degrees with honors in violin and mathematics, both of which hav...

Education

The Juilliard School

Masters, Viola

La Sierra University

Bachelors, Mathematics

Test Scores
SAT
1570

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Jerome

Bachelor in Arts, Cellular and Molecular Biology
Jerome's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

I'm Jerome and I hope I can help in your academic journey. As someone who's received tutoring before, I hope I can help students, not only learn the subject matter, but the study and thinking skills to succeed academically. By learning the skills, you can gain the confidence to pursue other endeavor...

Education

University of California-Berkeley

Bachelor in Arts, Cellular and Molecular Biology

Test Scores
SAT
1530

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Ben

Current Grad Student, Philosophy
Ben's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
SAT Reading and Writing
ACT Writing

I am willing to invest the amount of time needed to polishing developing writers and students so that they come away with more than just a corrected essay or some more grammar knowledge; I am seeking to help them hear their own voice in their writing and bring that with them to the next step in thei...

Education

University of California-Santa Barbara

Bachelors, English

Biola University

Current Grad Student, Philosophy

Test Scores
SAT
1530
ACT
33

Certified Tutor

John

Bachelor of Fine Arts, Drama
John's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Middle School Math
Elementary Math

I am most passionate about English, History, Math, and the SAT. I am fascinated by the SAT. I love teaching struggling test takers how to view the SAT as an approachable, accessible set of riddles and games instead of as an intellectual brick wall. I firmly believe that the majority of people can fi...

Education

Carnegie Mellon University

Bachelor of Fine Arts, Drama

Test Scores
SAT
1580

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Kevin

Bachelor of Science, Biological and Physical Sciences
Kevin's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Calculus
Algebra
Engineering

I am a 2018 graduate of University of California Santa Barbara, with a B.S. degree in Biological Sciences through the Honors Program. I consider education to be tremendously important not just during development, but also throughout life. I believe it's critical to establish the right attitude towar...

Education

University of California-Santa Barbara

Bachelor of Science, Biological and Physical Sciences

Test Scores
SAT
1500
ACT
33

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Ema

Bachelor of Arts in English Literature
Ema's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Arithmetic
Middle School Math
Calculus

I am a recent graduate of Harvard University, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in English Literature with an emphasis on screenwriting. Although I love literature and writing, I am most passionate about tutoring math. I have five years of experience as a math tutor, during which time I helped st...

Education

Harvard University

Bachelor of Arts in English Literature

Test Scores
SAT
1540
ACT
33

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Frequently Asked Questions

Score improvement depends on your starting point and study commitment, but most students see meaningful gains with personalized instruction focused on their specific weak areas. Many students improve by 5-10 points or more when they work with a tutor to identify gaps in reasoning skills, reading comprehension strategies, and logic games techniques. The key is targeted practice on the sections where you struggle most, combined with test-taking strategies that fit your learning style.

Logic games require a systematic approach: first, you need to understand the game type and constraints, then develop a diagramming method that works for you, and finally practice under timed conditions. Many students struggle because they try to memorize solutions rather than learning the underlying logic patterns. A tutor can help you build a personalized diagramming system, teach you to recognize game types quickly, and develop the speed and accuracy needed for test day.

LSAT reading comprehension rewards active reading and question-type awareness—it's different from typical academic reading. Success comes from understanding the author's main point, recognizing argument structure, and knowing what each question type is really asking. Tutors can teach you strategic reading techniques, help you practice identifying common wrong answer patterns, and build the timing skills to complete all passages without rushing.

Most students benefit from 3-4 months of consistent preparation, though this varies based on your starting score and target score. A typical study plan includes 20-30 hours per week of focused work: learning concepts, drilling individual question types, and taking full practice tests. Tutors can help you create a personalized timeline, prioritize the areas where you'll see the biggest score gains, and adjust your schedule based on your progress.

Taking 15-20 full-length practice tests under realistic timed conditions is a solid benchmark, with the last few tests ideally taken close to your test date. Practice tests serve two purposes: they help you build stamina and timing skills, and they reveal which question types and sections need more work. A tutor can help you analyze your practice test results to identify patterns in your mistakes and adjust your study plan accordingly.

Test anxiety often stems from unfamiliarity with the format or uncertainty about your abilities—both things tutoring directly addresses. By taking many practice tests in realistic conditions, you build confidence and reduce the "surprise factor" on test day. Tutors also teach pacing strategies and mental techniques to stay calm under pressure, so you can focus on the questions rather than your nerves.

Uneven performance across sections is common, and personalized tutoring is ideal for addressing this imbalance. Rather than spending equal time on all three sections, a tutor helps you allocate study time strategically—drilling your weak areas intensively while maintaining your strengths. This targeted approach typically yields faster score improvement than generic study plans.

Look for tutors with strong LSAT scores (typically 170+), law school experience, and a track record of helping students improve. Beyond credentials, the best tutors understand different learning styles and can explain complex concepts clearly. Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who specialize in LSAT prep and can tailor their approach to your specific challenges and goals.

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