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16+ years
John
I'm a huge Red Sox fan and love watching detective shows when I have free time.
University of St Thomas
Bachelor of Fine Arts, English/Drama
American Academy of Dramatic Arts
Associates, Acting
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Michelle
I am proud to be a part of Varsity Tutors! I am originally from San Antonio, TX; I completed my undergraduate education at Rice University in Houston where I received a bachelor's degree in Biochemistry and Cell Biology. Currently, I am in my second year of medical school at Baylor College of Medici...
Baylor College of Medicine
Current Grad Student, M.D.
Rice University
Bachelor's in Biochemistry and Cell Biology
Certified Tutor
Chloe
I'm a writer and editor with a passion for learning that I love to share -- I've been told my tag line should be "let's find out!" I'm a native Austinite, but I lived in New York while I got my Bachelor's in Comparative Literature and minored in Linguistics. After I graduated I moved back home to Au...
The University of Texas at Austin
Masters, Master of Global Policy Studies
New York University
Bachelor in Arts, Comparative Literature
Certified Tutor
Maggie
I am working toward an MD at Stanford University. I am happy to help with MCAT, SAT, SAT subject, AP test prep, and general academic subjects. Throughout my 8 years of experiencing tutoring middle school and high school students, I aim to help students raise their test scores through targeting point...
Yale University
Bachelor in Arts, Economics/ Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology
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Daniel
I am continuing my education with a Master's in the same field. For years, I've helped my friends and siblings with homework for school, and they've always told me that I had a talent for teaching; I understand concepts very easily, and explanations come easy as well. The goal that I work towards fo...
The University of Texas at Austin
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Jonathan
I am currently a Master's student at Cornell University. I graduated with my Bachelor's of Science from Cornell in 2016 and I plan to attend medical school in the fall of 2017. I am really excited to be tutoring for Varsity tutors because I really enjoy helping students with subjects that gave me tr...
Cornell University
Bachelor of Science
Cornell University
Current Grad Student, Human Development
Certified Tutor
8+ years
Eisha
I'm Eisha, a Public Health major at the University of Texas at Austin with an interest in medicine and teaching.
The University of Texas at Austin
Bachelor of Science, Public Health
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Harsh
I am currently a third-year student majoring in Biology and a part of the Health Science Scholars Honors program at the University of Texas at Austin. I have experience tutoring high school and middle school students for the past couple of years in a variety of subjects and my favorite ones include ...
The University of Texas at Austin
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Sarah
I am a student at Trinity University currently studying biochemistry. I have experience as a tutor my senior year at Clear Lake High School, when I worked as an instructor at Mathnasium. I also volunteered in a program helping students with SAT prep and college applications. My favorite subject to t...
Trinity University
Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
Certified Tutor
3+ years
Karen
The University of Texas at Dallas
Bachelor of Science, Health Sciences, General
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Patricia
I am experienced in tutoring math, science, English, and the environmental sciences, but my favorite subjects to tutor are beginner's Chinese, reading and writing skills, and essay writing and revision. Over the years, I've seen that every student has an individual, personalized learning style, and ...
Washington University in St. Louis
Bachelor in Arts
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Enoch
I am very passionate in assisting students to meet their goals. My goal is to be as understanding as possible while simultaneously pushing you to do your best in your courses. I have experience working with others in classes and tutoring and assisting a variety of students from college level science...
Texas A&M Health Science Center
Doctor of Medicine, Premedicine
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Brett
I am an undergraduate student at Rice University pursuing a B.A. in Neuroscience with minors in both Business and Biochemistry and Cell Biology. I also compete athletically at the NCAA Division 1 level as a member of Rice's Men's Cross Country and Men's Track and Field teams.
Rice University
Bachelor in Arts, Neuroscience
Certified Tutor
8+ years
Aadith
I'm an undergraduate at Rice University, majoring in Physics and Biochemistry, with a strong passion for research, classical music, and good teaching. I've loved math and science from a young age and am eager to share my knowledge with other students. I believe that everyone deserves to enjoy learni...
Rice University
Bachelor of Science, Biophysics
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Jacob
I am a first year pure math PhD student at Boston College.
The University of Texas at Austin
Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
Boston College
Current Grad Student, Mathematics
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Score improvement depends on your starting point and study commitment, but most students see meaningful gains within 8-12 weeks of focused preparation. Many students improve by 5-10 points, while others gain 15+ points by addressing specific weak areas like logic games or reading comprehension. A tutor helps identify exactly where you're losing points and creates a targeted study plan rather than generic prep.
Your first session focuses on assessment and planning. A tutor will review your diagnostic test results, discuss your law school goals, and identify which sections (logical reasoning, logic games, or reading comprehension) need the most work. You'll also establish a realistic timeline and study schedule based on your target score and application deadlines.
Logic games require a specific skill set—diagramming, pattern recognition, and speed—that many students haven't developed before. Tutors teach proven diagramming techniques and strategies that transform games from intimidating to manageable, then build speed through targeted practice. Most students see significant improvement once they understand the underlying logic rather than memorizing game types.
LSAT reading comprehension rewards active reading and question strategy, not just careful reading. Tutors teach you how to identify passage structure, author's main point, and question types before diving into dense legal text. They also help you manage timing so you're not rushing through the final passage, and show you which questions to tackle first based on difficulty.
Most students benefit from taking 15-20 full practice tests under timed conditions, spread across their study period. This builds stamina and helps you identify patterns in where you struggle. A tutor uses your practice test results to guide your study plan—reviewing the questions you missed to find patterns rather than just drilling random problems.
Test anxiety often stems from uncertainty about question formats or pacing strategy. Tutors reduce anxiety by making the test format familiar through repeated practice, teaching you a consistent approach to each section, and building confidence through measurable score improvements. They also help you develop a realistic pacing strategy so you're not racing against the clock.
Most students preparing for the LSAT benefit from 3-4 months of consistent study, dedicating 15-20 hours per week. However, your ideal timeline depends on your starting score and target score. A tutor helps you create a personalized schedule that balances intensive prep with other commitments, ensuring you're studying strategically rather than just grinding hours.
Look for tutors with strong LSAT scores (typically 170+), experience teaching all three sections, and a track record of helping students improve. Ideally, they understand the law school admissions process and can advise on score goals based on your target schools. Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who have proven experience preparing students for the LSAT.
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