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Varsity Tutors can help you find Seattle SAT prep services to help you increase your self-confidence heading into the test. The SAT is among the world's most well-known standardized exams, generally taken by juniors at local schools such as Lakeside School and Interlake Senior High School as well as students across the country. A good score could potentially help you reach for your educational goals, so this is one exam you want to prepare for well.
Thankfully, we can help equip you to pursue success. If you want to study in an organized classroom environment, we can set you up with a Seattle SAT prep course that provides the structure you're searching for. If you would rather study in a private learning environment, we can match you with a qualified Seattle SAT tutor who can help you work toward your academic goals. Contact us today to learn more about how we may be able to help you!
What subjects can I study during my Seattle SAT prep?
The SAT consists of three mandatory, multiple-choice sections (Math, Writing/Language, Reading) and an optional Essay prompt. Your Math grade is reported on a scale from 200-800, while your Writing/Language and Reading scores are combined into an "Evidence-Based Reading and Writing" score on an identical scale. These two numbers are then summed to get your final composite score on the examination.
If you choose to take it, the SAT's Essay question is scored on a scale from 6-24 and reported separately from the rest of the test. Certain colleges require prospective students to submit a score on their application, so it is best to make sure you can skip it before actually doing so. Here is a breakdown of what you can expect on all four SAT sections:
1. Math
The Mathematics section consists of a total of 58 items over an hour and 20 minutes, but it is divided into two separately-timed subsections. On one of them, you have 55 minutes to answer 38 questions with the help of a calculator. On the other, you have 25 minutes to answer 20 questions and you may not use a calculator. You are only allowed to use certain calculators on the calculator subsection, so make sure you have an admissible device on exam day. The SAT Math section as a whole measures your algebraic knowledge, quantitative problem-solving, and analytical thinking skills.
2. Writing and Language
The Writing and Language section consists of 44 questions over a 35-minute testing session. Most of the questions center on English language conventions such as grammar, sentence structure, and punctuation, but there are also vocabulary items and questions asking you to identify how a piece of writing could be made more effective. The details are very important here, so pay attention to everything in the question!
3. Reading
The Reading section consists of 52 questions that you have an hour and five minutes to answer. All questions on this section are about a reading passage sourced from a broad swath of academia. One is drawn from either American or world literature, 1-2 are primary sources from the Founding period of United States history, one is from a social science such as sociology or economics, and 2-3 are scientific texts on topics such as biology and chemistry. You may see a chart, table, or another graphic on this section, but you will not need to do any math.
4. Essay
The Essay prompt asks test-takers to evaluate how well an author expressed their ideas in an argument. You are instructed to concentrate on their reasoning, evidence, and stylistic decisions when drawing your conclusions. This section measures your written communication skills as well as how well you can use evidence to support your points. You also need reading comprehension skills to understand the text you are analyzing.
What are the benefits of each of my Seattle SAT preparation options?
If you opt for a Seattle SAT prep class, you'll study on a live virtual platform that makes it feel as though you're in the same room with your instructor and classmates. As such, asking for assistance is as easy as raising your hand. Varsity Tutors also vets every instructor we partner with, so you can count on learning from a great communicator with an outstanding knowledge of the SAT.
You might also be surprised by the value of studying with other students brings to the table. First of all, you can all split the cost of the class to get more value for your money in a literal sense. More importantly, the collaborative learning environment you foster can help you develop a more comprehensive understanding of topics on the exam. You might share your best active reading tips for the Reading and Essay sections, or maybe you'll give each other constructive criticism to improve your essay outlining skills. You may even be able to explain a concept to one of your new friends, furthering your own understanding while gaining the satisfaction of helping somebody else. If you ever feel like you're falling behind, you can also arrange private study time with your teacher on an as-needed basis.
If you want more personalized attention, you might want to work with a one-on-one instructor instead. A private educator can introduce new concepts at your pace, whether that means moving more quickly or more slowly than other settings. Your instructor can also adjust their teaching method to your preferred learning style to improve your study efficiency.
We also design all of our products with your scheduling needs in mind. If you want to try a course, we offer two and four-week options to help you find something that works for you. We also start new courses every week, so it's always a great time to pursue educational success. If you opt for private instruction, our proprietary Live Learning Platform facilitates convenient digital study sessions that are just as effective as in-person meetups.
How do I sign up for Seattle SAT prep?
Simply use the contact info on this page to get in touch with an expert educational consultant who would be happy to answer any questions you still have. Varsity Tutors looks forward to playing our small part in your Seattle SAT prep journey!
Amanda: Seattle SAT test prep instructor
...knowledge that they need to ace their essays and tests. Outside of my academic interests and experiences, I am passionate about food and the outdoors. I value education, efficiency, wit, kindness, and the Oxford comma, and am constantly searching for new challenges and opportunities. I enjoy tutoring because it gives me a chance to develop a relationship with a student where we can work together to accomplish his/her/their goals. I love getting to know new...
Education & Certification
- Washington University in St Louis - Bachelors, English
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- HSPT
- SAT Subject Tests
- SSAT
- +37 subjects
Rachel: Seattle SAT test prep instructor
...or makes sense for one student will not necessarily work for the next student, and so it is essential as a tutor to be able to explain the same concept in a variety of different ways and to be able to determine when a student has fully grasped the concept. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with family and pets, working on creative activities such as drawing and writing, and traveling whenever I...
Education & Certification
- University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Bachelors, General Biology
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- GED
- HSPT
- SSAT
- +89 subjects
Andrew: Seattle SAT test prep instructor
...ignited an interest in tutoring again. At the moment, I am most prepared to tutor for ACT and SAT preparation in all subject areas. My personal favorite areas are the English, reading, and writing portions of these tests. In addition, I am prepared to tutor college students in ecology, which was a particular interest of mine while obtaining my degree. Outside of academics, I am interested in long hikes through the woods of Washington, reading...
Education & Certification
- Iowa State University - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- ACT
- ACT Writing
- ACT English
- +22 subjects
Rick: Seattle SAT test prep instructor
Providing guidance in science and mathematics to help students understand the real-world applications of scientific and mathematical concepts in their everyday lives. I have a B.S.E. in Aerospace Engineering and a B.S. in Sustainable Energy Materials and Technology, and I am pursuing my M.S. in Aerospace Engineering.... Learning science and mathematics through real-world applications that show how concepts can actually be used to solve real problems.... I'd ask them about topics they feel uncomfortable with, as well as understanding how they learn so I can tailor my sessions to their style.
Education & Certification
- Arizona State University - Bachelors, Aerospace Engineering
- Arizona State University - Current Grad Student, Aerospace Engineering
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- GED
- SAT Subject Tests
- ACT
- +44 subjects
Brian: Seattle SAT test prep instructor
...boss acknowledged my ability to teach, guide, prepare work packages, and grade work. I thoroughly enjoyed my time there, as I felt a great pride and happiness in seeing each student improve. My boss would designate the most difficult students to me, whether in academic difficulty or in attitude, and I learned many ways to help bolster a healthy learning environment for all kinds of audiences. I hope to apply my experiences from serving as...
Education & Certification
- University of Washington - Current Undergrad, Bioengineering, Mechanical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- Advanced Placement
- ACT
- Calculus 2
- +72 subjects
Suzanne: Seattle SAT test prep instructor
...needs to be explored. Always be seeking, improving, and wondering. I have taught middle school for 17 years and try to pass on my love of learning to each and everyone of my students. I believe all students can be successful learners, although they may learn best in a wide variety of ways. When a student gets it, I get excited. I always do everything I can to make my students experience success. In my...
Education & Certification
- Brigham Young University-Provo - Bachelors, Pre-Physical Therapy
- Georgian Court University - Masters, Education
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- CLEP
- CogAT
- GED
- +48 subjects
Kate: Seattle SAT test prep instructor
...essay writing and editing, SAT and other test prep, psychology, social sciences, public speaking, literature, English, and theater courses. I graduated from high school with an International Baccalaureate diploma and completed my Extended Essay in the topic of Drama, so I tutor those courses as well! My teaching philosophy is one of dialogue - I believe that learning is a journey, and I want to help my students find their way to the joy of...
Education & Certification
- Washington University in St Louis - Bachelor in Arts, Drama
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- PSAT
- College Essays
- College English
- +33 subjects
Daniel: Seattle SAT test prep instructor
...of Washington studying at the School of Engineering. I enjoy helping people learn and understand why things are. Past experience with teaching includes working at a tutoring center,and teaching sessions for grade schoolers about autonomous vehicles. I tutor for the ACT test as well as Math, physics, and computer science. The best teachers are enthusiastic. I believe that education is a key to success for both the individual and the world, and I would love...
Education & Certification
- University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Bachelor of Science, Pre-engineering
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- ACT
- SAT Subject Tests
- SAT Mathematics
- +49 subjects
Ruth: Seattle SAT test prep instructor
...enabling them to master the material and themselves as they improve their study skills and self-confidence. I have worked with students of all ages in a variety of subjects and settings, from all backgrounds in this country and others. I have found, consistently, that the best way to connect is to be genuine and sincere with enthusiasm for the material and compassionate consideration for the learner. It is a pleasure to meet you :-)
Education & Certification
- University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelor in Arts, English Language and Literature
- University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Master of Science, Environmental Policy and Planning
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- ACT
- Middle School Math
- SAT Math
- +18 subjects
Hannah: Seattle SAT test prep instructor
...result of interactions with students of various nationalities and socioeconomic backgrounds. Although I would be delighted to tutor many subjects, my passion is English. From an early age, I have been fascinated with words and the way we use them. I would love to help a pupil become attuned to the nuances of a text or express themselves more clearly for a college admissions essay. Besides education, my interests and hobbies include theatre, cooking, camping,...
Education & Certification
- Mount Holyoke College - Bachelors, English
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- Advanced Placement
- SSAT
- PSAT
- +50 subjects
Georgia: Seattle SAT test prep instructor
...working with older students and refining study skills. In college, I was a Teacher's Assistant which allowed me to help students at a college level master course material and study for exams. I have tutored algebra, geometry, reading, writing, history, anthropology, and religious studies. My favorite subject to tutor is math. Math has challenged me in the past, so I know from experience how rewarding it is to finally understand a concept. I want to...
Education & Certification
- California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo - Bachelor of Science, Anthropology and Geography, minor in Religious Studies
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- 6th Grade Math
- 2nd Grade Writing
- Arithmetic
- +98 subjects
Jozef Engel: Seattle SAT test prep instructor
...my first goal is to tap into my students' curiosity and show them how what they are studying gives them access to another world besides their own. I love to see students begin to use writing as a way to explore their thoughts and ideas. I also love to see the process of learning a new language at the early stages, which is often when a student begins to think critically about language for the...
Education & Certification
- University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelor in Arts, History and Comparative Literature
- University of California-Irvine - PHD, Comparative Literature
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- ACT
- Essay Editing
- +39 subjects
Kriya: Seattle SAT test prep instructor
...or ACT and any related academic subjects (math until precalculus, English grammar, composition and writing). My favorite subject to tutor is chemistry! It allows me to explain how a lot of things work, and I enjoy relating the behavior of atoms and molecules to the characteristics of everyday things. Science is best when its concepts are understood and observed beyond the classroom. My style of teaching is participatory and inquiry-based; I will ask a lot...
Education & Certification
- University of California-Berkeley - Bachelors, South and Southeast Asian Studies
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- ACT
- Arithmetic
- +35 subjects
Binh: Seattle SAT test prep instructor
...my experience, also as a business owner who coach younger ones, I was able to boil down what is the utmost important in teaching/learning process. I believe "to learn" is an active verb, which must comes willingly from the learners. That means a teacher's job is not only to help the learners understand the material, but also to create trust and passion, so they can be excited about not only learning in school, but also...
Education & Certification
- Sanford-Brown College-Seattle - Associates, Fashion Design
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- Calculus
- SAT Math
- Calculus 3
- +10 subjects
Rina: Seattle SAT test prep instructor
...university, with coursework in mathematics, cultural studies, economics, and business. The subjects I tutor are Japanese and different levels of mathematicsfields that I particularly loveas well as standardized test preparation (SAT, SSAT, ISEE, and HSPT). I have found that studying becomes more enjoyable and effective when content is connected with examples of application. Finding funny, memorable ways to apply course content is my favorite way to internalize the material. I view learning as equipping myself...
Education & Certification
- University of Washington - Bachelor in Arts, International Studies
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- SSAT
- HSPT
- +51 subjects
Denise: Seattle SAT test prep instructor
...with a wide range of academic topics. I love working one-on-one with students because it allows me to find creative ways to help them master new concepts. My teaching style is all about helping students problem solve so that the end result is not only a better grasp of a subject but also a stronger sense of self-empowerment anytime they tackle something new. I grew up in Lake Tahoe, CA, where my winters were spent...
Education & Certification
- University of California-San Diego - Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering
- University of California-Santa Barbara - Master of Science, Chemical Engineering
- Fuller Theological Seminary - Masters, Theology
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- PSAT
- Algebra 2
- Middle School Math
- +28 subjects
Tien: Seattle SAT test prep instructor
...the AP books. Teaching is a personal endeavor and a necessary passion in my particular field. On one hand, science is a small community and relies on personal, one-on-one apprenticeship in order to train the next generation of researchers and explorers. On the other hand, learning science (learning anything, in fact) is best done with context in mind; if you can sufficiently teach someone, especially a layperson, the subject matter that you are studying, then...
Education & Certification
- University of Miami - Bachelors, Chemistry, Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- ACT
- Advanced Placement
- SAT Mathematics
- +41 subjects
Matt: Seattle SAT test prep instructor
...subject right away. It’s a complicated science, and we all need help grasping some of its more difficult concepts. This leads to great bonding experiences where friends come together to solve challenging problems or to understand puzzling phenomena. As a tutor, I love the moment when a student finally understands a troublesome concept, and a light bulb goes off in his or her head (often accompanied by an “Ohh!”). There’s an explanation that does the...
Education & Certification
- Rice University - Current Undergrad, Astrophysics
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- Test Prep
- Multivariable Calculus
- +33 subjects
Adam: Seattle SAT test prep instructor
...that I had an aptitude for analogies that helped students learn the material. I tutor a large variety of subjects, including LSAT, SAT, and ACT. I also tutor various academic subjects, primarily in the fields of math and science. My favorite subject to tutor is Chemistry, followed closely by Physics. I feel that anyone can learn anything as long as it is explained in a way that is conducive to them, and I aim to...
Education & Certification
- University of Cincinnati-Main Campus - Bachelors, Sociology
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- Advanced Placement
- ACT
- +186 subjects
Beth: Seattle SAT test prep instructor
...GRE. When I was in high school, I earned a National Merit Scholarship. I have been tutoring adults since I was an undergraduate, and I have also tutored older elementary school students, middle school students, and high school students. Most of my students are aiming for scores that will help them get into highly selective universities. Some of my students also have ADHD, autism, or communication disorders. All of my students expect to work very...
Education & Certification
- Brigham Young University - Bachelor in Arts, English Editing
- Western Washington University - Bachelors, Secondary Education
- State Certified Teacher
Subject Expertise
- SAT
- PSAT
- ACT
- Advanced Placement
- +18 subjects