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Students looking toward college can find an Atlanta SAT tutor thanks to Varsity Tutors. Even though students attending Grady High School or any of Atlanta's other great high schools do not need to take college entry exams like the SAT or the ACT until they are at least in 11th grade, working with instructors to understand these exams sooner means that students have time to be ready when the big day arrives
The SAT is one of the most popular, and most famous, standardized tests that colleges and universities use as a metric of potential success on applications. While there are many other important parts of college applications, tests like the SAT help reviewers know what the applicant has retained from their school career and how that understanding will fit into the college's focus and culture. Performing well on the SAT is important, so finding an instructor to help with Atlanta SAT preparation at the student's convenience could help with their long-term success.
What is the SAT?
The SAT is one standardized test used by colleges and universities to assess applicants and understand how potential students fit into programs offered at the school. The SAT features three sections - Math, Reading, and Writing and Language. The Math section provides between 200 and 800 points, while the Writing and Language and Reading sections combine for 200 to 800 points. The minimum possible score on the SAT is 400, while the highest possible score is 1600. Schools will look at an applicant's overall score and then look at each sections' individual scores to understand what the student's skills might be. Both the Reading and Writing and Language sections feature questions in fill-in-the-blank or multiple choice format; the Math section has questions using grid-in formats.
There is also an optional Essay section, which counts for between six and 24 points. This portion of the SAT allows test-takers to display their writing skills, analysis, and even creativity based on a provided writing prompt. College applicants who are considering majors in creative, analytical, or writing-heavy fields may benefit from adding this section to their SAT. Online Atlanta SAT prep helps students feel more secure with each section, even if they choose not to take the Essay portion.
How can SAT prep help me prepare for the sections of the SAT?
The SAT is an exam that students have a total of three hours to complete - with an extra 50 minutes for those who added the Essay portion. Each section is timed, and finishing each one with confidence can help improve the overall test score. Online SAT instruction via an Atlanta SAT prep class can help students feel confident in the time they have on each section and their ability to understand the questions asked.
For example, working with an instructor to better understand the Reading section of the SAT means that students can improve their reading comprehension and answer questions based on sections of fiction and nonfiction they have just read. They can also improve their reasoning skills, which translates to better confidence on the optional Essay portion, too. The Reading section will include tables, charts, and graphs so that students can display their skills in reading not just the English language but different approaches to presenting important data. Scientific literacy is as important as fluency in English. Students will have 65 minutes to answer 52 questions in this section.
Questions in the Writing and Language, and Reading, sections assess the test-takers' ability to understand grammar, sentence structure, punctuation, and other parts of written English. The section also assesses the student's understanding of word meanings based on context. With 35 minutes, students must answer 44 questions, leaving them less than a minute to answer each one. One test-taking strategy involves eliminating incorrect answers to determine the correct answer, and this process may help students who need to answer each question quickly.
The Math section of the SAT features portions which require calculators and sections that do not allow calculators at all. This helps the test determine students' understanding of mathematical basics and not just when to apply certain formulas. There are 58 questions, with 80 minutes to answer every question. Students have 55 minutes to work on the section allowing the calculator and 25 minutes for the non-calculator section.
Why should I leverage online instructors for an Atlanta SAT prep course?
Varsity Tutors offers convenient online SAT courses so students can work at regular times, from the comfort of their home. Working on a guided SAT course means that the student can prepare at regular intervals with other students, working with a knowledgeable instructor. Group work encourages students to ask questions of the instructor and each other, but your student can also set aside time with the instructor for individual feedback. If the student wants additional help preparing for the SAT, it is also possible to work with a tutor in person or online.
Offered SAT courses are led by expert instructors working with a group of students. These collaborative online courses can be found through our online portal, which can be accessed from the comfort of home. Working with a group of other students who are also studying for the SAT means that participants can help each other. Students can also set aside one-on-one time with the instructor for more in-depth assistance on tougher subjects. Instructors give feedback on practice tests, which help with understanding the format of the SAT, and how to manage answering questions in each section to reach for the best possible score. There are both 2-week and 4-week courses available, and new prep courses begin every week.
How can I find Atlanta SAT prep online?
Just check out Varsity Tutors for more information. We are happy to answer any questions about available online instructors and in-person tutors and how they can help high school students prepare for this important exam. The right option for students attending the Westminster Schools, for example, should not require them to stay after school in the building, but allow them to work at their own pace from the comfort of their home.
Sahar: Atlanta SAT test prep instructor
I am a junior at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia double majoring in Political Science and Psychology. I have previous tutoring experience in ACT, reading, writing, math, and history. ... I don't have one teaching philosophy. Every student has a different learning style, and I try my hardest to accommodate all learning habits.
Education & Certification
- Emory University - Current Undergrad, Political Science and Psychology
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- Advanced Placement
- ACT
- Technology and Coding
- +100 subjects
Jade: Atlanta SAT test prep instructor
I've always loved helping people, even my friends when we were in the same classes. It brings me a lot of satisfaction when I help a student feel more confident in what they are learning. It is so rewarding when I am able to relieve the stigma of certain subjects, especially math, in order for a student to perform well. I hope my work with different students is able to promote the importance of education!
Education & Certification
- Emory University - Bachelors, Math & Computer Science
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- Calculus 2
- SAT Reading
- AP Calculus AB
- +20 subjects
Catherine: Atlanta SAT test prep instructor
Hi, I'm Catherine! I have over eight years of experience working with students ages 6 through 18. I have an engineering degree from Georgia Tech and I am confident I can support you in your math needs. My passion for teaching has driven me to work hard to teach students in ways that match their learning styles.... Tutoring is student-led in that students are encouraged to ask questions, and I'll guide them to the solution.... Discuss expectations! We can't consider a tutoring session to be a success unless we have a goal in mind. The student and I (and occasionally their parent) will discuss what we would like to work on, and we discuss after a session what was covered.
Education & Certification
- Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus - Bachelors, Civil Engineering
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- SSAT
- Algebra
- Study Skills and Organization
- +22 subjects
Jordy: Atlanta SAT test prep instructor
...to become a professional pilot! I love to learn and grow my mind and knowledge- and love to share the process of learning with others! My preference is in-person tutoring as it provides the best setting to develop an effective tutoring relationship. I would love to help you or your child better understand and excel in a specific subject, but more importantly, help develop lifelong studying habits for the future! My Tutoring Maxim: 1) Never...
Education & Certification
- Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Industrial Engineering
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- ACT
- Test Prep
- Adult Literacy
- +15 subjects
Shane: Atlanta SAT test prep instructor
...subjects, I am most passionate about accounting and math. While a grad student, I was a TA. All students that visited me in office hours received a higher score on their second exam than on their first exam. I have always said accounting is like a foreign language, and once you have a solid foundation, you can apply it everywhere. I have a passion for teaching, and I look forward to bringing my energic and...
Education & Certification
- Miami University-Oxford - Bachelor of Science, Accounting
- Miami University-Oxford - Masters in Business Administration, Accounting
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- STAAR Grades 3-8
- SSAT
- HSPT
- +58 subjects
Burhanuddin: Atlanta SAT test prep instructor
...at the Georgia Institute of Technology. Throughout my high school and college career, I have been tutoring people of all ages a variety of different subjects, but I specialize in math and physics. I am a firm believer that one cannot explain a concept to a 5-year-old, then they do not understand it enough. When I teach my students, I try my best to make sure they can achieve this deep level of understanding in...
Education & Certification
- Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Physics
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- ACT
- SAT Subject Tests
- AP Statistics
- +43 subjects
Sonica: Atlanta SAT test prep instructor
...and I frequently tutored kids in my neighborhood in math, reading, foreign language, science, etc. I also tutored at a facility for SAT and ACT. Throughout my high school, I took 16 AP classes, and I graduated with a 3.98/4.0 GPA, giving me a Magna Cum Laude Distinction and an AP Scholar with Distinction award. I participated in piano and dance, graduating with diplomas from both, and was involved in FBLA, BETA Club, Dance Team,...
Education & Certification
- Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus - Current Undergrad Student, Computer Science
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- ACT
- SAT Subject Test in Mathematics Level 2
- SAT Subject Test in Biology E/M
- +61 subjects
Christiana: Atlanta SAT test prep instructor
I am a recent graduate from Duke University, with experience in SAT and ACT tutoring as well as high school Advanced Placement math (Calculus AB/BC), history (World History and US history), and english (Literature and Language) tutoring. I studied Chemistry and Public Policy Studies at Duke, and I look forward to using my tutoring skills to assist!
Education & Certification
- Duke University - Bachelor in Arts, Public Policy Analysis
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- ACT
- High School Political Science
- Chemistry
- +54 subjects
Tahmeed: Atlanta SAT test prep instructor
I am a recent graduate of Emory University, where I studied Mathematics and Philosophy. I have over three years of experience tutoring middle-school to high-school students in math, science, and test prep. I think every student learns differently, and the most important job of a tutor is to tailor his or her style of teaching to each student's unique way of thinking.
Education & Certification
- Emory University - Current Undergrad, Computer Science + Philosophy
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- ACT
- PSAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- +44 subjects
Kerri: Atlanta SAT test prep instructor
My name is Kerri, and I'm a recent Master's graduate who just recently moved back home to the Atlanta area. I have a broad scientific background in biology, math, chemistry, psychology, neuroscience, and anatomy but have specialized my career in the direction of marine biology and animal behavior in particular. I'm great with kids and have a passion for math and science, and love to help out!
Education & Certification
- Duke University - Bachelor of Science, Evolutionary Anthropology, Marine Biology
- University of St Andrews - Unknown, Marine Mammal Science
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- SSAT
- ACT
- Advanced Placement
- +45 subjects
Priya: Atlanta SAT test prep instructor
...enjoyed as well. I truly believe that everyone has a different way of learning and comprehending information. I have worked with a variety of learning styles, be it visual, application or textbook reading, and continue to commit myself to identifying what works best for students. As a result, I work with students to find the right resources and learning techniques to assist them in their journeys. In addition to tutoring, I have several interests that...
Education & Certification
- Emory University - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- ACT
- SAT Reading
- Middle School Writing
- +41 subjects
Jonathan: Atlanta SAT test prep instructor
...I can't wait to share my enthusiasm and years of tutoring experience with your student. Although my favorite subject is physics, I have enjoyed working with elementary school through college age students in a wide range of subjects. As my BA hints, I have earned a liberal arts education at a rigorous and stimulating institution, where critical thinking is the first priority. I believe your student will benefit as I have from learning how to...
Education & Certification
- Carleton College - Bachelor in Arts, Physics & Astronomy
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- Algebra 2
- Arithmetic
- College Physics
- +21 subjects
Kenneth: Atlanta SAT test prep instructor
...am a current candidate for a Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) degree from Emory University. I previously completed my bachelor's in physics also at Emory. I intend to teach high school physics at the 11th or 12th grade level. I am currently conducting my pre-service teaching internship at various levels of secondary education. I have worked as a Teaching Assistant for Astronomy for two years, and as a personal tutor for three years.
Education & Certification
- Emory University - Bachelor of Science, Physics
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- High School Physics
- Arithmetic
- Algebra 2
- +19 subjects
Jean: Atlanta SAT test prep instructor
...throughout high school and college, in volunteer and private settings. I am a graduate of Duke University with a Bachelor of Arts in Latin American History. I recently received my Juris Doctor degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and began my career as an attorney. I am passionate about continuing my work in education through tutoring. I enjoy tutoring many subjects, particularly History, SAT Reading and Writing, College Essays, and Spanish....
Education & Certification
- Duke University - Bachelor in Arts, History
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Law - Juris Doctor, Law
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- PSAT
- Advanced Placement
- SAT Subject Tests
- +72 subjects
John: Atlanta SAT test prep instructor
...time to individual students to help them with the particular questions and problems they encounter in their studies. Students also cannot help but compare themselves with their peers around them, and often become discouraged when they cannot seem to understand what so many people around them appear to grasp in an instant. This problem of student discouragement is a serious one, because learning starts with motivation; students will not be motivated to learn in an...
Education & Certification
- University of Georgia - Bachelor in Arts, English and History
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- PSAT
- ISEE
- SSAT
- +26 subjects
Laurel: Atlanta SAT test prep instructor
...college- and graduate-level physics. I've worked with high school students, 10 year olds, and folks old enough to be my parents, all with great success. If you find math and physics difficult, and are looking for a tutor who can demystify them for you: I would love to help you out! If you love math and physics, and have exhausted other teachers' knowledge but would still like to learn more: I would also love to...
Education & Certification
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Physics
- University of California-Santa Cruz - Master of Science, Astronomy & Astrophysics
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- PSAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- Physics
- +36 subjects
Vince: Atlanta SAT test prep instructor
...Mathematics from Georgia State University, an MBA from Golden Gate University, and a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering from Southern Methodist University. I am a licensed professional engineer, retired with thirty years of experience leading multinational corporations. I served as a member of the Clean Air Act Advisory Committee for President George H.W. Bush, and the Environmental Technology Export Council for President Clinton. My goal is to inspire students and help them prepare for opportunities in...
Education & Certification
- Southern Methodist University - Bachelors, Civil Engineering
- Georgia State University - Masters, MAT-Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- ACT
- PSAT
- GRE Verbal
- +33 subjects
Anna: Atlanta SAT test prep instructor
...seminars, which have focused on topics including the American Dream, Gender and Sexuality, and Borders and Frontiers. My favorite things about teaching writing are working individually with students to help them brainstorm ideas and articulate their point of view in their clearest, strongest voice, and seeing their work become stronger across each draft they revise. When working with students in my literature classes at UVa and the North Carolina Governor's School, I especially enjoy helping...
Education & Certification
- Duke University - Bachelor in Arts, Literature and Cultural Theory
- University of Virginia-Main Campus - PHD, English Language and Literature
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- PSAT
- Literature
- +22 subjects
Liban: Atlanta SAT test prep instructor
...certified teacher and tutor for the state of Georgia. I will not only help your student learn, but also work smarter. Well versed in DeKalb, Fulton, Gwinnett, and Henry county schools, I am prepared for whatever problems your student should have. I have a proven track record with student improvement and can guarantee better academic performance. I have experience with test prep, as well, such as the ACT, SAT, SSAT, ISEE, PSAT, and GED. I...
Education & Certification
- Emory University - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics/Economics
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- ACT
- ISEE
- +83 subjects
Rahul Wadhwani: Atlanta SAT test prep instructor
...the Georgia Institute of Technology on a Pre-Dental track. After completely my undergraduate degree, I want to attend dental school and become a cardiologist. During this difficult time, my goal is to make some impact on society by helping students out. As much as helping students benefits them, it benefits me equally or even more sometimes! My favorite subject to tutor would include pretty much all mathematics and sciences, especially algebra and chemistry! I would...
Education & Certification
- Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- ACT
- SAT Subject Tests
- Elementary School Writing
- +56 subjects