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Jai

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Jai

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Jai's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Electrical Engineering
ACT Writing

The GRE's quantitative section rewards the kind of structured problem-solving Jai honed through his Stanford EECS degree, where algebra, combinatorics, and data interpretation were daily tools. He also tackles the verbal and analytical writing sections by teaching students to dissect argument struct...

Education

Stanford University

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

Test Scores
SAT
1590
ACT
35
Jacob

Certified Tutor

Jacob

Bachelors in Literature
Jacob's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Quantitative Reasoning
PSAT Writing Skills

As a current graduate student with a 35 ACT and a deep background in analytical reading and writing, Jacob tackles GRE prep from both sides of the exam. He teaches Verbal strategies rooted in literary analysis and Analytical Writing techniques built on thesis-driven argumentation, while also demysti...

Education

Vanderbilt University

Bachelors in Literature

Test Scores
ACT
35
Asta

Certified Tutor

Asta

Bachelor in Arts in Political Science
Asta's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Arithmetic
Middle School Math

Between her 35 ACT, 1530 SAT, and a University of Chicago degree built on analytical writing and quantitative reasoning, Asta brings proven test-taking instincts to every section of the GRE. She walks students through adaptive test strategy — how to manage pacing differently in the first versus seco...

Education

University of Chicago

Bachelor in Arts in Political Science

Test Scores
SAT
1530
ACT
35
Aaron

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Aaron

Current Grad Student, Mechanical Engineering
Aaron's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Calculus 2
Calculus
Algebra

Tackling both the Quantitative and Verbal sections, Aaron builds GRE prep around each student's weak points rather than running through generic practice sets. His engineering background makes the quant side second nature, while his experience with essay editing and literature gives him real traction...

Education

The University of Texas at Dallas

Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering

Duke University

Current Grad Student, Mechanical Engineering

Test Scores
SAT
1530
Ethan

Certified Tutor

Ethan

Bachelor in Arts, Environmental Science and Public Policy
Ethan's other Tutor Subjects
AP Statistics
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
College Algebra

Scoring well on the GRE means mastering two very different skill sets — quantitative problem-solving and verbal reasoning — and Ethan covers both. His math teaching spans everything from algebra through differential equations, while his policy training built the analytical reading skills the Verbal ...

Education

Harvard University

Bachelor in Arts, Environmental Science and Public Policy

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1510
ACT
36
Tom

Certified Tutor

Tom

PHD, American Studies
Tom's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Geometry
Calculus

Scoring well on the GRE demands different strategies for each section, and Tom covers all three — Verbal, Quantitative, and Analytical Writing — with genuine depth rather than surface-level test tricks. His doctoral training sharpened the reading and writing skills that dominate two-thirds of the ex...

Education

Boston University

PHD, American Studies

Harvard University

Bachelors

Test Scores
SAT
1520
Jason

Certified Tutor

14+ years

Jason

PHD, Medicine and Education
Jason's other Tutor Subjects
College Algebra
Arithmetic
Statistics
Middle School Math

Scoring a 1470 SAT and 34 ACT demonstrates the standardized-test instincts Jason now applies to GRE prep, particularly the Verbal Reasoning and Analytical Writing sections. His Yale history degree built the close-reading and argumentative-writing skills the GRE rewards, and he teaches students to br...

Education

University of Pennsylvania

PHD, Medicine and Education

University of Pennsylvania

Master's degree in Education

Yale University

Bachelor's degree in History

Test Scores
SAT
1470
ACT
34
Claire

Certified Tutor

14+ years

Claire

Bachelor in Arts, Double Major: Spanish Literature; History
Claire's other Tutor Subjects
Arithmetic
Middle School Math
Elementary Math
Geometry

The GRE's Verbal Reasoning and Analytical Writing sections reward exactly the skills Claire has spent years sharpening — close reading, argument evaluation, and structured essay writing under time pressure. Her 1510 SAT demonstrates strong standardized-test instincts, and her law training adds parti...

Education

The University of Texas at Austin

Bachelor in Arts, Double Major: Spanish Literature; History

Test Scores
SAT
1510
ACT
32
Nina

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Nina

Masters in biostatistics
Nina's other Tutor Subjects
Statistics Graduate Level
Statistics
Calculus
Algebra

Applying to graduate school herself — she's entering NYU's biostatistics doctoral program — Nina knows the GRE from both sides: as a test-taker who earned a 1550 SAT and as a grad student who understands what admissions committees actually look for. She builds study plans that balance Quant fundamen...

Education

Columbia University

Masters in biostatistics

Northwestern University

Bachelor of Arts in biological sciences (focus in neurobiology)

Columbia University in the City of New York

Current Grad Student, Biostatistics

Test Scores
SAT
1550
Ken

Certified Tutor

Ken

Current Grad, Physical Therapy
Ken's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Arithmetic
Pre-Calculus

Preparing for the GRE while juggling grad school applications is a balancing act Ken understands firsthand, having navigated the process on his way to physical therapy school. He builds targeted study plans that address Quantitative fundamentals, Verbal reasoning, and Analytical Writing as an integr...

Education

Wake Forest University

Bachelors, Psychology

Stony Brook University

Current Grad, Physical Therapy

Test Scores
SAT
1570

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is a standardized test required for admission to most graduate programs, including master's degrees and doctoral programs. It measures your verbal reasoning, quantitative reasoning, and analytical writing skills. Most graduate schools use GRE scores alongside your GPA and other application materials to evaluate your readiness for graduate-level coursework.

The GRE is scored on a scale of 260-340, with separate scores for verbal reasoning (130-170) and quantitative reasoning (130-170). A "good" score depends on your target programs—competitive programs often expect scores in the 160+ range for each section, though requirements vary significantly by field and school. Varsity Tutors can help you identify score targets based on your specific graduate programs and create a study plan to reach them.

During your first session, a tutor will assess your current strengths and weaknesses across the verbal, quantitative, and writing sections. You'll likely take a diagnostic practice test or work through sample questions to identify which areas need the most focus. This helps create a personalized study plan tailored to your goals and timeline before your test date.

Time management is one of the biggest challenges GRE test-takers face, especially on the quantitative section. Tutors work with you on strategies like identifying when to skip difficult questions, recognizing common question patterns, and practicing under timed conditions. Regular timed practice tests help build the stamina and decision-making skills you need to manage the full 3+ hour exam confidently.

GRE reading comprehension requires active reading strategies rather than memorizing details. Effective approaches include identifying the main idea and author's tone, understanding logical relationships between ideas, and practicing retrieval of specific information under time pressure. Tutors can teach you how to annotate passages efficiently and recognize question types so you know exactly what to look for when re-reading.

Most test-takers benefit from 4-12 weeks of focused preparation, depending on their starting point and target score. If you're aiming for a competitive score in a quantitative field, you may need more time on math fundamentals. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who can assess your needs and create a realistic timeline, whether you're preparing for a test date a few weeks away or planning several months in advance.

Test anxiety often stems from unfamiliarity with question formats and uncertainty about pacing. Building confidence through repeated practice tests, learning to recognize patterns in questions, and developing a pre-test routine can significantly reduce anxiety. Tutors help you practice under realistic test conditions so the actual exam feels familiar, not surprising—turning anxiety into confidence through preparation.

The Analytical Writing section (two essays) tests your ability to analyze arguments and develop ideas clearly under time pressure. Success requires understanding the specific task for each essay type, planning your response quickly, and writing clearly with strong examples. Tutors provide feedback on your essays, help you identify common logical fallacies to recognize in arguments, and teach time-management strategies so you can draft and edit within 30 minutes per essay.

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