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Wesley

Certified Tutor

Wesley

Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Wesley's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
IB Mathematics SL
IB Mathematics HL
IB Mathematical Studies SL

I am currently a graduate student at Institute of Optics at the University of Rochester conducting research in Biophysical Chemistry. I recently graduated in June 2017 from the University of California - Irvine with two Bachelor degrees. One was in Biomedical Engineering and the other was in Materia...

Education

University of California-Irvine

Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering

Test Scores
SAT
1570
Ben

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Ben

Bachelor's
Ben's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
AP Physics 1
AP Biology

I am a sophomore at the University of Rochester with a 3.92 GPA and I am planning on going to dental school after college.

Education

University

Bachelor's

Test Scores
SAT
1510
ACT
32

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Nina

Masters in biostatistics
Nina's other Tutor Subjects
Statistics Graduate Level
Statistics
Calculus
Algebra

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 ...

Education

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

Test Scores
SAT
1550

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Mimi

Masters in Education, Education
Mimi's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math

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...

Education

Harvard University

Masters in Education, Education

Dartmouth College

B.A.

Test Scores
SAT
1560

Certified Tutor

Violet

Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
Violet's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
College Algebra
Algebra 3/4
Multivariable Calculus

I am a member of the Brown Class of 2018, pursuing a bachelors degree in mathematics. I graduated from Phillips Exeter Academy in 2014. (I am able to help anyone with the boarding school admissions process.) Outside of academia, I pursue my passions in dance, travel, volunteering, reading and art. M...

Education

Brown University (transferring from the University of St Andrews)

Bachelor of Science, Mathematics

Test Scores
SAT
1550

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Joey

Bachelor in Arts, Theater Arts
Joey's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Trigonometry
Geometry
Calculus

I am a graduate of Columbia University with a degree in Drama and Theatre Arts. I taught math and essay writing to my peers in high school and college, and have tutored a close friend in her mathematics courses since junior year of high school. I am most comfortable and passionate about tutoring SAT...

Education

Columbia University in the City of New York

Bachelor in Arts, Theater Arts

Test Scores
SAT
1570

Certified Tutor

Dennis

Bachelor of Science, Finance and Statistics
Dennis's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Algebra 3/4
Statistics

I am currently attending New York University where I am pursuing a degree in Finance and Statistics. I have previous experience tutoring individuals in math, a subject I have always excelled at academically. My knowledge and interest in mathematics, makes it easy for me to frame and deconstruct seem...

Education

New York University

Bachelor of Science, Finance and Statistics

Test Scores
SAT
1550

Certified Tutor

Miranda

Bachelor in Arts, Religious Studies
Miranda's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
PSAT Writing Skills
SSAT- Upper Level

I am a new graduate of Pomona College, in Claremont, CA, where I studied Religion and Philosophy. While there, I wrote many papers of a wide variety, working on strong arguments, organization, and phrasing. I peer edited as well as volunteering with groups that mentored high school students, focusin...

Education

Pomona College

Bachelor in Arts, Religious Studies

Test Scores
SAT
1560

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Sherry

Bachelor's degree in psychology and linguistics
Sherry's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math

I am a graduate of the University of Chicago, with a bachelor's degree in psychology and linguistics. Currently, I am pursuing a master's degree in speech-language pathology at Teachers College, Columbia University. In the past, I have worked as a teacher's aide in a public school classroom, a mento...

Education

University of Chicago

Bachelor's degree in psychology and linguistics

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1600

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Christopher

Bachelors, History
Christopher's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
SAT Subject Test in World History
SAT Subject Test in United States History

I'm a graduate of Columbia University with a B.A. in History. I'm passionate about history and English, but I'm a competent math tutor as well. I have received outstanding scores on my SAT and AP tests, and am confident in my ability to pass on these skills to the next generation.

Education

Columbia University in the City of New York

Bachelors, History

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1600

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Justin

Doctor of Philosophy, Computational Mathematics
Justin's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
Multivariable Calculus

I am an aspiring applied mathematician, with particular interest in image processing and climate science. I graduated in May 2017 from Washington University in St. Louis with a bachelor's in physics and mathematics, and am beginning a PhD program in September 2017 at the University of Chicago in Com...

Education

Washington University in St. Louis

Bachelor's in Physics and Mathematics

University of Chicago

Doctor of Philosophy, Computational Mathematics

Test Scores
SAT
1560
ACT
33

Certified Tutor

James

Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry
James's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
Algebra 3/4
Geometry
Calculus

I am currently a senior at Harvard College where I study chemistry, and I'll be attending Columbia Medical School next year. I have years of experience tutoring college students in math (mostly calculus) and chemistry including both general and organic chemistry. In addition, I am very familiar with...

Education

Harvard University

Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry

Test Scores
SAT
1570

Certified Tutor

Dana

Bachelor in Arts, Public Policy and American Institutions
Dana's other Tutor Subjects
College Algebra
Algebra 3/4
Middle School Math
Geometry

I'm a hardworking, compassionate, and patient individual who has been tutoring since high school and helping my little sister with her homework long before. I'll work with every new student individually to recognize his or her strengths and weaknesses to make sure that material is actually being lea...

Education

Brown University

Bachelor in Arts, Public Policy and American Institutions

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1450
ACT
36

Certified Tutor

Richard

Bachelor in Arts, Government
Richard's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
Linear Algebra

I am a rising senior at Harvard College pursuing an AB in Government. Academically, I have diverse interests, including history, language, math, physics, philosophy, music, and politics. In high school, I tutored elementary, middle, and high school students in music, math, ACT and SAT prep, and Span...

Education

Harvard University

Bachelor in Arts, Government

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1600
ACT
36

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Delon

Bachelors, Business Adminstration
Delon's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Geometry
Calculus

I am in the process of selecting a masters program in education that will begin this summer. I have 2 years experience doing 1 on 1 tutoring and it is very effective compared to classroom teaching because there is only one student to focus on. I look forward to working with you and helping you or yo...

Education

CUNY Bernard M Baruch College

Bachelors, Business Adminstration

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1600

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Score improvement varies based on your starting point, study consistency, and the areas where you need the most help. Many students see meaningful gains of 5-10 points or more when working with an expert tutor who identifies their specific weak areas—whether that's logical reasoning, reading comprehension, or logic games. The key is targeted practice combined with strategic feedback on your approach to each question type.

Your first session focuses on understanding your baseline skills and goals. A tutor will likely review a diagnostic practice test or discuss your previous LSAT attempts, identify which sections challenge you most, and create a personalized study plan tailored to your timeline and target score. This foundation helps ensure every session afterward builds directly toward your law school goals.

Logic games intimidate many test-takers, but they're highly learnable with the right approach. A tutor can teach you the diagramming systems and strategies that work best for your thinking style, help you recognize game patterns quickly, and build your speed through targeted practice. Most students find that consistent work on games—even 20-30 minutes daily—leads to significant confidence and accuracy improvements.

Reading comprehension requires both understanding complex passages and answering questions strategically. A tutor can help you develop an efficient reading approach, teach you how to identify main ideas versus details, and show you how to eliminate wrong answers systematically. Many students benefit from learning to annotate passages strategically and practicing with timed conditions to build both accuracy and speed.

Test anxiety often stems from unfamiliarity with the test format or uncertainty about your abilities. Working with a tutor helps build genuine confidence through repeated practice under timed conditions, so the actual test feels familiar rather than overwhelming. Your tutor can also teach you pacing strategies and mental techniques to stay calm, plus help you identify which sections drain your mental energy so you can manage them strategically on test day.

Most students benefit from 3-6 months of consistent preparation, though your timeline depends on your starting score and target score. A tutor can help you build a realistic study schedule that balances depth with sustainability—typically 20-30 hours per week works well for most test-takers. They'll also help you track progress through practice tests and adjust your plan if needed to stay on pace for your law school application deadline.

Practice tests serve two critical purposes: they help you identify exactly where you're losing points, and they build familiarity with the test's timing and format so you're not surprised on test day. A tutor can help you use practice tests strategically—reviewing every question you miss to understand the mistake pattern, timing yourself accurately, and simulating real test conditions. This data-driven approach is far more effective than studying in isolation.

Look for a tutor with a strong LSAT score themselves (typically 170+), experience helping multiple students improve, and knowledge of different teaching approaches since every student learns differently. They should be able to explain the reasoning behind right and wrong answers clearly, adapt their teaching style to your needs, and stay current with any LSAT format changes. Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who meet these standards and can provide personalized instruction tailored to your goals.

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