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Rachel

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4+ years

Rachel

Doctorate in Nursing Practice, Executive Leadership
Rachel's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Nutrition
Microbiology

I am a graduate of Duke University. I received my Doctorate in Nursing Practice, Executive Leadership. I am also a graduate of George Washington University where I received my Masters of Science in Nursing with a focus on Health Care Quality. I completed my Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Bachelo...

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Duke University

Doctorate in Nursing Practice, Executive Leadership

DeSales University

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Duke University

Doctor of Medicine, Clinical Nurse Leader

Tracy

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5+ years

Tracy

Master of Science, Adult Health Nursing
Tracy's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
College Essays
Literature

I am a graduate of both Duke University and University of Delaware. I received my Bachelor of Science at Duke in Computer Science and Biology. After graduating from Duke, I had several jobs involving teaching, including training adults on Microsoft Excel and Word and as a Science, Math and English t...

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Southern New Hampshire University

Master of Science, Adult Health Nursing

Duke University

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Biology

University of Delaware

Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)

Katherine

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6+ years

Katherine

Master of Science, Nursing (RN)
Katherine's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Nutrition
Anatomy & Physiology

I am a graduate from Boston College studying Psychology, Pre-medicine and German. During my undergraduate education I tutored in health sciences, English and did extensive general and research paper editing for grammar, content and format.

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Vanderbilt University

Master of Science, Nursing (RN)

Boston College

Bachelor of Science, Psychology

Jacquelyn

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Jacquelyn

Master of Arts, Germanic Languages, General
Jacquelyn's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math
AP Biology

I am an experienced multi-subject teacher, who has had the great fortune to have been educated in several countries, and to teach in several countries. I received my education at Manhattan School of Music, Columbia University, the Universitaet Mozarteum, in Salzburg, Austria, University of Virginia,...

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Stony Brook University

Master of Arts, Germanic Languages, General

Universitt Mozarteum

Bachelor of Fine Arts, Voice and Opera

Test Scores
SAT
1510
ACT
33
Megan

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Megan

Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)
Megan's other Tutor Subjects
Finite Mathematics
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math

I am a recent graduate of Wagner College who received a Bachelor of Science in Nursing with a minor in French. I am currently a RN at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia in the Pediatric ICU and come with fresh experience in NCLEX/TEAS test prep and clinical fieldwork. I have tutored students in...

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Wagner College

Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)

Test Scores
SAT
1450
ACT
32
Tanisha

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Tanisha

Master of Science, Nursing (RN)
Tanisha's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
College Essays
Literature

I am a doctoral-prepared Nurse Practitioner with over 10 years of nursing experience in critical care, med-surg, trauma-stepdown, and bariatric surgery. I have had the pleasure of facilitating learning in nursing students throughout my career and enjoy every bit of it! I understand the struggles of ...

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Chamberlain College of Nursing-Illinois

Master of Science, Nursing (RN)

University of Central Florida

Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)

Tamera

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Tamera

Master of Science, Nursing (RN)
Tamera's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Microbiology
Biology

I'm focused on student success, and I don't give up! My teaching style is very interactive and relaxed, and I tailor information so that students can learn in a way that is best for them. When tutoring students, I help them better organize and understand the content, assist with difficult concepts, ...

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Vanderbilt University

Master of Science, Nursing (RN)

Middle Tennessee State University

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

American Sentinel University

Doctor of Science, Adult Health Nursing

Michelle

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Michelle

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Michelle's other Tutor Subjects
Applied Mathematics
Statistics Graduate Level
Pre-Algebra
Statistics
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Centenary College of Louisiana

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Test Scores
SAT
1510
Arianna

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Arianna

Bachelor of Science
Arianna's other Tutor Subjects
8th-12th Grade math
9th-12th Grade Writing
Pre-Algebra
Calculus

I am a Dartmouth graduate. I am currently working on my med and business endeavors. I have not only an interest, but a motivation to help others. I have helped students get into Ivy League schools as well as other top universities across the country with top scholarships. I tutor in all subjects fro...

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Dartmouth College

Bachelor of Science

Tarrajna

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Tarrajna

Bachelor in Arts, International Studies
Tarrajna's other Tutor Subjects
AP Comparative Government and Politics
AP Human Geography
AP U.S. Government & Politics
AP United States History

I am a senior at Loyola University Chicago, majoring in international studies and minoring in Chinese and English. I will be graduating this spring and plan to return to China next fall, where I recently spent a semester abroad studying Mandarin intensively. I have a passion for learning languages, ...

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Loyola University-Chicago

Bachelor in Arts, International Studies

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Conversational Spanish Tutor • +3 Subjects

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Frequently Asked Questions

Many students struggle with the sheer volume of content—the NCLEX tests knowledge across multiple nursing domains—combined with the unique nature of the exam itself. The test uses primarily higher-order thinking questions (analysis, application, and evaluation) rather than simple recall, which requires a different study approach than traditional exams. Students often find it challenging to:

  • Manage test anxiety and the pressure of a high-stakes exam
  • Understand how to break down complex clinical scenarios
  • Identify priority-setting and delegation concepts
  • Apply content they learned in nursing school to unfamiliar question formats

Personalized tutoring helps by targeting these specific weak areas with customized strategies rather than generic test prep.

Group courses follow a fixed curriculum that covers the same content at the same pace for everyone, which may not align with your specific knowledge gaps or learning style. Personalized tutoring adapts in real-time to your needs—if you struggle with pharmacology but excel at prioritization, your study plan adjusts accordingly.

A tutor can also teach you question-analysis strategies tailored to how you think, help you practice with actual NCLEX-style questions in the areas where you need the most work, and provide immediate feedback to correct misconceptions before they become habits. This targeted approach typically leads to faster progress and stronger confidence on test day.

The best NCLEX tutors combine three key qualities: deep nursing knowledge (usually an RN with several years of clinical experience), expertise in the NCLEX exam format and question types, and skill in teaching test-taking strategy alongside clinical concepts. They understand common misconceptions that trip up test-takers and know how to explain complex nursing principles in clear, memorable ways.

Equally important is the ability to assess your unique strengths and weaknesses quickly, adapt explanations to your learning style, and build your confidence through targeted practice. Varsity Tutors connects you with experienced tutors who specialize in NCLEX prep and know how to help you think like the test makers.

Most students benefit from starting NCLEX prep 4-12 weeks before their test date, depending on their baseline knowledge and how much time they can dedicate to studying each week. Some students need more focused help in specific areas (like pharmacology or psychiatric nursing), while others benefit from a comprehensive review of all content domains.

Personalized tutoring is efficient because you focus on areas that actually need work rather than reviewing topics you've already mastered. Many students see meaningful improvement in their question-answering accuracy within 2-4 weeks of consistent tutoring paired with self-directed practice. Your tutor can help you create a realistic timeline and study plan based on your starting point and test date.

The NCLEX rewards systematic thinking over quick answers. Key strategies include:

  • Read the full question before looking at answers—frame what you're actually being asked
  • Use the nursing process—assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation help you organize clinical thinking
  • Apply Maslow's hierarchy and priority-setting principles—know what takes priority in different scenarios
  • Eliminate obviously wrong answers first—many questions become clearer when you remove distractors
  • Look for the most comprehensive or correct answer—not just a partially correct option

A tutor helps you practice these strategies with actual NCLEX-style questions so they become automatic on test day, rather than something you have to consciously remember.

Students who use personalized tutoring alongside practice exams typically show measurable improvement in their ability to answer higher-order thinking questions correctly. Many report feeling significantly more confident in their clinical reasoning and test-taking approach after just a few weeks of focused work with a tutor.

While individual outcomes vary, the goal is to move from inconsistent performance across content areas to strong, reliable performance across all NCLEX domains. Most importantly, tutoring helps you identify and close specific knowledge or strategy gaps before test day, so you can approach the exam with genuine confidence rather than anxiety.

Students most often seek tutoring help with pharmacology (due to the sheer volume of drug information), safe and effective care environment (including infection control and safety protocols), physiological adaptation (complex medical conditions and complications), and psychosocial integrity. Many also struggle with prioritization and delegation questions that span multiple content areas.

The advantage of personalized tutoring is that you can focus intensively on your specific challenge areas rather than spending time on content you already understand well. A tutor can help you build memory systems for pharmacology, master delegation principles, or develop clinical reasoning skills in whichever area you need most.

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