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Vanderbilt University
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University of Arkansas
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Nabil
I am a sophomore at Barnard College of Columbia University majoring in History with a minor in Spanish. I have 4 years tutoring experience with middle school, high school, and college students with specialties in math, writing, and Spanish. Outside of school, I enjoy working out, going to museums, a...
Barnard College
Bachelor in Arts, History

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Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania
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National Louis University
Masters in Education, Educational Leadership
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Eric
Hello! My name is Eric and I am kind of a geek when it comes to math. I love teaching math and finding the right way to get math to click for you. I have been teaching math for 6 years. I taught middle school math for 3 years and high school math for 3 years. I can't wait to work with you.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The NCLEX-RN tests both foundational nursing knowledge and critical thinking—not just memorization. Students often struggle with:
- Test-taking strategy: The exam uses computerized adaptive testing (CAT), which means questions get harder or easier based on your performance. This format is very different from traditional exams.
- Application-level thinking: Many questions require you to analyze scenarios and prioritize nursing interventions, rather than simply recall facts.
- Content volume: The exam covers thousands of nursing concepts across medical-surgical, pediatric, obstetric, psychiatric, and pharmacology topics.
- Time management: With up to 265 questions and inconsistent timing, pacing can be overwhelming without a solid strategy.
Personalized instruction helps address these challenges by targeting your specific weak areas and teaching you how to think like a nurse, not just memorize content.
Nursing school focuses on building foundational knowledge across diverse clinical areas, while NCLEX-RN prep is specifically designed to help you pass the licensing exam and think critically in the way the test expects.
The key differences include:
- Question style: The NCLEX uses scenario-based questions that require prioritization and analysis, not just knowledge recall.
- Scope: Exam prep consolidates and connects concepts from your entire nursing program into testable patterns.
- Test strategy: You'll learn how to interpret the exam's adaptive testing, recognize question types, and apply elimination strategies that aren't typically covered in core nursing courses.
- Focus: Prep emphasizes high-yield topics most likely to appear on the exam, rather than comprehensive coverage of every nursing concept.
Working with a tutor who specializes in NCLEX-RN prep ensures you're studying strategically, not just re-reading your textbooks.
The best NCLEX-RN tutors combine deep nursing knowledge with exam expertise and teaching skill. Look for tutors who:
- Have nursing licensure and clinical experience: They understand how to think like a nurse and can explain why correct answers are right, not just that they're right.
- Know the NCLEX inside and out: They understand the exam's adaptive format, question types, content blueprints, and what the test makers are really asking.
- Use data-driven strategies: They identify your knowledge gaps through practice tests and targeted assessments, then customize instruction to address them.
- Teach test strategy alongside content: They help you recognize question patterns, apply critical thinking frameworks, and manage the adaptive testing experience.
- Keep you accountable: They set clear study goals, track your progress across practice exams, and adjust your prep plan based on performance.
Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who meet these criteria and specialize in NCLEX-RN preparation.
Most nursing educators recommend completing 3,000–5,000 practice questions as part of your overall NCLEX-RN preparation. However, quality matters far more than quantity.
What's more important is:
- Understanding why you got questions wrong: Simply grinding through questions without reviewing rationales wastes time. Each incorrect answer is a learning opportunity.
- Tracking patterns in your mistakes: Are you struggling with pharmacology? Pediatric priorities? Identifying question types that trip you up helps you focus study efforts.
- Practicing under timed conditions: You need to build stamina and speed, especially since the exam can run up to 6 hours.
- Taking full-length practice exams: These simulate the real test experience and help you identify which content areas need more review.
A personalized tutor can help you work through practice questions strategically, review your performance data, and identify the specific knowledge gaps holding you back from passing.
Most candidates spend 4–12 weeks preparing for the NCLEX-RN, though the right timeline depends on your nursing school performance, content mastery, and test-taking readiness.
Consider these factors when planning:
- Your nursing school GPA and performance: If you struggled in certain courses (pharmacology, pathophysiology), plan for longer prep focused on those areas.
- Your practice exam scores: If your NCLEX-style practice tests show you're scoring in the passing range (typically 60% or higher), you may need less time. Lower scores suggest you need more intensive review.
- Study intensity: Studying 2–3 hours daily is generally more effective than cramming. Quality study beats quantity.
- Your learning style: Some students benefit from structured prep courses, while others thrive with personalized tutoring that addresses their specific gaps.
Working with a tutor helps you create a realistic timeline based on where you are now and what you actually need to master before test day.
Personalized 1-on-1 instruction is powerful for NCLEX-RN prep because it lets you focus on exactly what you need, rather than spending time on content you've already mastered.
Here's what makes it effective:
- Targeted review: Instead of reviewing entire textbooks, you zero in on high-yield topics and your personal knowledge gaps. This saves time and builds confidence faster.
- Adaptive teaching: A tutor adjusts their explanation style, pace, and depth based on how you learn best. If you need visual explanations, concrete examples, or Socratic questioning—your tutor customizes their approach.
- Immediate feedback: Working through questions with a tutor means you get real-time correction and can ask clarifying questions on the spot, rather than reviewing explanations alone.
- Accountability: Regular sessions keep you on track with your study plan and ensure you're making progress toward your exam readiness goals.
- Confidence building: Understanding the 'why' behind answers and seeing measurable improvement on practice exams boosts test-day confidence.
Research on learning shows that 1-on-1 instruction significantly accelerates mastery compared to self-study or large group prep courses.
Absolutely. Many nurses who struggled during school have passed the NCLEX-RN with focused, strategic preparation. The NCLEX tests critical thinking and application differently than traditional nursing school exams, so your course grades don't determine your licensing exam success.
The key is identifying exactly what you need to master:
- Pinpoint weak content areas: Take diagnostic practice tests to find which topics you genuinely don't understand versus areas where you just need to review.
- Address knowledge gaps directly: Work with a tutor who can teach foundational concepts clearly, using examples and strategies that help them stick.
- Build test-taking strategy: Many students who struggled academically actually excel once they understand how to interpret NCLEX-style questions and apply elimination strategies.
- Practice consistently: Regular practice questions and feedback help reinforce learning and build the test-taking stamina you need.
Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors experienced in helping students rebuild their confidence and master the content needed to pass the NCLEX-RN, regardless of your nursing school performance.
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