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If you've been searching for a premium Houston SAT prep course to help you improve your study skills, Varsity Tutors can find you a course that covers everything you need to know for the exam. The SAT is a well-known college admissions exam that juniors in local schools such as St. John's School and Carnegie Vanguard High School can take as the first step toward applying for college. There is a lot of pressure associated with this test, and many students find prep to be intimidating. Working with experts can be a great way to improve your self-confidence heading into the exam.
When it comes to matching students with the academic assistance they need to pursue their goals, nobody beats Varsity Tutors. Every Houston SAT class we offer allows you to study with a knowledgeable instructor on a convenient live virtual platform. Give us a call today for more information.
What topics can a Houston SAT course cover?
The SAT is a pencil-and-paper-based test with three mandatory multiple-choice sections: Writing and Language, Reading, and Math. Your Mathematics grade is converted to a scale from 200-800, while your Writing/Language and Reading grades are combined into an "Evidence-Based Reading and Writing Score" on the same scale. These two figures are then added together to produce a composite score that acts as your final grade on the SAT. The exam lasts approximately three hours if you only do the mandatory sections.
There is also an optional Essay prompt that adds another 50 minutes to total testing time. While you don't have to take it, some undergrad programs require prospective students to submit a score in order for their application to be considered. Here is a closer look at what you can expect on each of the SAT's four sections:
Writing and Language
The Writing and Language section evaluates a test-taker's command of English language conventions such as grammar, punctuation, and sentence structure. You are also tested on how well you can use context to determine the meaning of unfamiliar words and phrases, as well as separating relevant information from more tangential data. Since this section stresses the small things, it's really important to pay attention to everything a question is asking of you. You have 35 minutes to answer 44 questions on this section.
Reading
The Reading section measures your critical thinking and reading comprehension abilities. Every question is about an associated reading passages drawn from the following topic areas: one literary passage from either American or world literature, 1-2 primary sources from the Founding period of the United States, one social sciences passage on a topic such as economics or psychology, and 2-3 passages concerning scientific subjects such as physics and chemistry. You may see a table, chart, or other graphic as part of a passage on this section, but you won't need to do any math. You have 65 minutes to answer 52 questions on this section.
Math
The Math section assesses your quantitative problem-solving, algebraic understanding, and analytical thinking skills. You have a total of 80 minutes to answer 58 questions, but they are subdivided into two separately-timed sections based on whether you can use a calculator or not. The calculator subsection lasts 55 minutes and contains 38 questions, while the non-calculator portion lasts 25 minutes with 20 questions. You are only permitted to use certain calculators on the SAT, so make sure you have a permissible device!
Essay
The test's Essay prompt presents test-takers with another author's argument to analyze. You're expected to pay special attention to their use of reasoning, evidence, and style in order to ascertain how persuasive the other writer was. You are graded on several different factors, including style, tone, command of evidence, organization, and topical analysis. This section emphasizes your written communication, reading comprehension, and argumentative skills, making it very important to schools that ask for it.
How can taking a Houston SAT course help me study for the exam?
A Houston SAT course provided by Varsity Tutors allows you to learn from a knowledgeable teacher who knows how to effectively share their knowledge with a group of students. Our live virtual platform makes you feel as though you are in the same room as your instructor even if you're miles apart, providing the benefits of an in-person class without the associated logistical headache.
Class time also provides a great opportunity to familiarize yourself with the SAT's formatting by taking practice tests. Experiencing what the time available to you feels like firsthand is one of the best ways to learn how to budget it. Likewise, how you do might reveal information on your academic strengths and any areas of opportunity you could benefit from looking over again.
You can also interact with your fellow students during your Houston SAT class sessions. You can swap time management strategies such as reading the questions before their associated passages on the Reading section to help ensure that you have a chance to finish. Alternatively, explaining something to somebody else can be a great way to develop a more comprehensive understanding of the material yourself. You may even all outline the same Essay section prompt and then compare notes to discover how you could improve in the future.
Sharing your virtual classroom also allows you to split the cost of your instructor several ways, making test prep more affordable. If you ever feel like you're starting to fall behind, you can also arrange private study time with your teacher to go over anything you're struggling with.
Perhaps most importantly, everything we offer is designed to be as stress-free as possible. We offer both two- and four-week class sessions to make it easier to find one for your busy schedule. Similarly, we launch new classes every week so that you always have the option of jumping into a brand new session.
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Nishant: Houston SAT course instructor
...Rice University where I was a pre-med student studying Public Health and Anthropology. I'm passionate about working with students, and I was active in TA and mentorship roles during my time in school. While standardized test prep can be intimidating or tedious, I strive to make sessions fun while tailoring my approach to the needs of the student. In my spare time, I enjoy cooking and keeping up with the latest TV shows.
Education & Certification
- Rice University - Bachelor in Arts, Public Health
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- ACT
- ACT Residual
- IB Psychology
- +55 subjects
Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- ACT
- SAT Subject Tests
- Programming Languages
- +35 subjects
Megan: Houston SAT course instructor
...a passion for all sciences. I spent 3 years as a supplemental instructor for chemistry students, which made me passionate about tutoring and teaching beyond Baylor. I love seeing the "Ah-Ha" moment in students and helping them reach their academic goals. Learning should be exciting and stimulating, and I am here to facilitate that experience. My tutoring interests are mostly focused on Neuroscience, Psychology, Biology, Anatomy and Physiology, and Test Prep. Outside of academia, I...
Education & Certification
- Baylor University - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- SSAT
- ACT 4-Week Prep Class
- CogAT
- +49 subjects
Stacie: Houston SAT course instructor
...I previously taught high school for several years and also have tutoring experience in a wide variety of subject areas. At this time, I focus almost exclusively on assisting students seeking top scores on graduate admissions exams, including the GRE, GMAT and LSAT. In my free time I enjoy watching all kinds of sports, reading, playing board games, going to concerts, and spending time with my friends, family, and 4-pound Chihuahua Pinkie.... My teaching philosophy is essentially that all students have the capacity and desire to learn. Some individuals may just need individualized instruction in particular subject areas or with study skills and time management. I think that building confidence is one of the most key components to academic success, and I strive to do so with every student.
Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at Arlington - Bachelors, English
- Texas AM University - Commerce - Current Grad Student, Secondary Education
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- PSAT
- ACT
- +134 subjects
Aurnab: Houston SAT course instructor
Hello! I'm Aurnab. I'm a Bioengineering student at Rice University. I've been tutoring since high school. Due to my wide background in a variety of subjects that I've studied, I have a very interdisciplinary approach to tutoring that can be tailored to any student to achieve results.
Education & Certification
- Rice University - Current Undergrad Student, Biomedical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- ACT
- SAT Subject Tests
- PSAT
- +90 subjects
Ryan: Houston SAT course instructor
I am an undergraduate student at the University of Houston looking to assist students in strengthening comprehension in subjects vital for college-entrance exams (specifically SAT and ACT). I focus on tutoring in writing and language skills, essay editing, and mathematic subjects. I aim to help students by simplifying subject lessons and emphasizing application of materials learned in order to help students achieve mastery in desired field.
Education & Certification
- University of Houston - Bachelor of Science, Psychology
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- PSAT
- ACT
- Elementary School Math
- +18 subjects
Jonathan: Houston SAT course instructor
...in college. I began with college algebra and moved on to science courses such as chemistry, genetics, and biology. I also tutored some remedial math and english courses. No jobs other than teaching and medicine bring me everything I want in a career. I love to help others because I have benefited so much from others help in the past. My goal is to inspire a few other students to take up this job and...
Education & Certification
- University of Houston Downtown - Bachelors, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- SSAT
- PSAT
- GED
- +111 subjects
Jonathan: Houston SAT course instructor
...my education career. From helping fellow students in high school with math to assisting graduate students with accounting as a TA, I understand the impact a good tutor can have not only on the bottom line grade but on overall confidence in a subject. Studying for the CPA exam (and scoring FAR-93, AUD-90, BEC-95, REG-94) puts me in a unique position to break complicated accounting subjects into their most basic components. Most of all I...
Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor in Business Administration, Accounting
- The University of Texas at Austin - Masters in Business Administration, Taxation
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- ACT
- Professional Certifications
- College Accounting
- +21 subjects
Theodore: Houston SAT course instructor
..."major in this... and forget about that subjectit's just a hobby." This pressure only intensified once I stepped foot on campus and had the opportunity to taste all the disciplines that my university offered. I finished my Bachelors of Arts in Economics from Howard University in May 2015, earning Magna Cum Laude honors and induction into Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society, but my full academic journey proved to be as eclectic as they come. Although...
Education & Certification
- Howard University - Bachelors, Economics
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- ACT
- PSAT
- Middle School Math
- +57 subjects
Layla: Houston SAT course instructor
I am pursuing a degree in biomedical engineering from Brown University and am very passionate about STEM courses. I am a strong advocate for promoting education to students from all backgrounds, as it is a foundation for their future lives. I view myself as a guide along students' journeys by allowing them to feel secure in their passions and learning.
Education & Certification
- Brown University - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- Chemistry
- Middle School Math
- English
- +29 subjects
Elizabeth: Houston SAT course instructor
...Pre-Medicine. I currently have a cumulative GPA of 3.901 and am expected to graduate in May 2018. I graduated with the IB diploma and was summa cum laude in the top 3% of my class. I have tutored students through various organizations in high school and college and was a recommended to tutor with Varsity Tutors. My curriculum comprises of integrated technology and science courses such as Organic Chemistry, Genetics, Biochemistry, General Math and Chemistry....
Education & Certification
- University of Houston - Bachelor of Science, Biotechnology
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- ACT
- Algebra 3/4
- +49 subjects
Jenna: Houston SAT course instructor
...to tutor many students ranging from high school students to non-traditional college students. I have tutored geometry, algebra, chemistry, and theology. I enjoy tutoring for math as that is a subject I am very passionate about and would love to teach one day. With a desire to teach high school students and help them excel in testing situations, I look forward to sharing test taking strategies in order to help others succeed. My goal is...
Education & Certification
- University of Saint Thomas - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics, Theology, Secondary Education with a Concentration in Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- ACT
- Middle School Math
- Math
- +25 subjects
Jeremy: Houston SAT course instructor
...in between classes and the weekend working in Dr. Myeongwoo Lee's lab as an undergraduate researcher. My research project is generating double gene mutations of the pat-3(sp) mutation and the pat-3(+) mutation crossed with the SK4005 mutation on c. elegans nematodes. Many genes in c. elegans are homologous to human genes. To investigate the role of the above gene mutations in the development of c. elegans is to further understand the mechanism of human neurodegenerative...
Education & Certification
- Baylor University - Bachelor of Science, Biology minor Prehealth
- University of North Texas Health Science Center - Master of Science, Health Management and Policy
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- STAAR
- STAAR Grades 3-8
- ACT
- +50 subjects
Kayley: Houston SAT course instructor
...have always been a strong student who loves to learn and help others learn. I have been tutoring my peers, siblings, and neighbors my whole life. My tutoring style is very adaptable; I change it based on each individual's specific needs. I like to get to know everyone and use metaphors about things they enjoy to help relate subjects to them. I am pretty versatile in all subjects, but prefer tutoring in the science and...
Education & Certification
- New Mexico State University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- ACT
- REGENTS
- Chemistry
- +44 subjects
Michelle: Houston SAT course instructor
...great tutor because I am young and enthusiastic. I can relate to the kids I tutor because I recently experienced the classes and standardized tests that they are taking. I use an informal style so that the student can feel comfortable asking questions. I try to connect personally to the students so that they have fun and look forward to tutoring. I tutor standardized tests and most high school classes. I have two years of...
Education & Certification
- Rice University - Bachelor in Arts, History
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- ACT
- GRE
- GRE Verbal
- +41 subjects
Stephanie: Houston SAT course instructor
I started tutoring professionally in 2002 while I was in college. In 2004, I tutored English, French, Latin, and constitutional government for Baylor University's Student-Athlete Services and stayed there the first two years of law school. I love working with foreign languages. I speak English natively, French fluently, and Spanish and Arabic proficiently. I also can read and write Arabic.
Education & Certification
- Baylor University - Bachelor in Arts, Language and Lingustics
- Baylor Law - Juris Doctor, n/a
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- ACT
- Latin 1
- French
- +19 subjects
Chelsea: Houston SAT course instructor
...all sorts of knick-knacks with my hands; being outdoors; music exploration; and expression through writing. I have previously tutored math and science for K-12 students (and a little bit of SAT Writing) at GT Learning Academy in Sugar Land, TX. My teaching style is generally very visual (sometimes movement-based), but I believe in adapting teaching styles to accommodate a student’s needs and interests. I hope to share my enthusiasm for never-ending learning and problem-solving!... Listen to the students. Encourage thinking, encourage doing, encourage playing.
Education & Certification
- Brown University - Bachelor in Arts, Engineering
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- Trigonometry
- Calculus
- SAT Writing and Language
- +25 subjects
Michelle: Houston SAT course instructor
...Cell Biology. Currently, I am in my second year of medical school at Baylor College of Medicine. My favorite subjects to tutor are math and science (specifically, chemistry and biology). I love working with students to understand different concepts and really get a good grasp on fundamentals - which is essential to doing well in math and science. I have tutored students of all ages (from early elementary to college students) and of all subjects...
Education & Certification
- Rice University - Bachelors, Biochemistry
- Baylor College of Medicine - Current Grad Student, M.D.
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- SAT Mathematics
- AP Physics 1
- +36 subjects
Cydnee: Houston SAT course instructor
...working in the Houston area. I graduated from the University of Oklahoma (Boomer Sooner!) but am a Texas native born and raised. I've worked with students of all ages and backgrounds and really enjoy helping others reach their full potential. While I tutor students in multiple subjects, Spanish is definitely my favorite. I love learning about different cultures and being able to interact with new people. In my free time, I really enjoy reading a...
Education & Certification
- University of Oklahoma Norman Campus - Bachelor in Business Administration, International Business/Management
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- ACT
- Elementary School Math
- Algebra
- +25 subjects
Lesly: Houston SAT course instructor
...I grew up speaking English and Spanish both and have taken on Arabic as my third language and I will soon begin Hebrew classes. Since I started college, I have traveled to Jordan, Turkey and Israel where I've helped teach English and Spanish to refugees in the surrounding areas as well as took classes of my own. I hope to attend graduate school after St. Edwards, in what i wish to be the D.C. area...
Education & Certification
- St Edwards University - Bachelor in Arts, Global Studies
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- Advanced Placement
- ACT
- +37 subjects