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John

Certified Tutor

7+ years

John

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
John's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Trigonometry
Pre-Calculus
Middle School Math

I am a graduate of Loyola Marymount University. I received my Bachelor of Science in Biology and played four years of Division 1 soccer. I will be attending medical school in Fall 2019 at Creighton University. With 7 years of tutoring under my belt, 4 of which included working as a peer tutor for LM...

Education

Loyola Marymount University

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Test Scores
SAT
1410
Michael

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Michael

Bachelors, Chinese/Communications
Michael's other Tutor Subjects
1st-12th Grade Reading
1st-8th Grade Writing
1st-4th Grade Math
Calculus
Education

University of California-Davis

Bachelors, Chinese/Communications

Test Scores
SAT
1429
ACT
32

Certified Tutor

Kiersten

Bachelor's
Kiersten's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
SAT Mathematics
SAT Reading and Writing

I am a junior studying Writing for Screen and Television at the University of Southern California's School of Cinematic Arts. For the past two spring semesters I worked as a CollegeSpring Mentor, tutoring Green Dot Charter high school juniors for the SAT and teaching them predatory skills for colleg...

Education

University

Bachelor's

Test Scores
SAT
1550

Certified Tutor

Zhenrui

Bachelors, Electrical Engineering
Zhenrui's other Tutor Subjects
Multivariable Calculus
Calculus 3
Calculus 2
Calculus

I am a BS/MS student at Columbia University studying Electrical engineering and also following the premed curriculum. After my undergraduate, I hope to pursue an MD-PhD and work in a teaching/research hospital as a physician-engineer.

Education

Columbia University in the City of New York

Bachelors, Electrical Engineering

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1570
ACT
36

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Brian

PHD, Technology & Information Mgmt (Indef. deferred)
Brian's other Tutor Subjects
AP Statistics
Statistics Graduate Level
Pre-Algebra
Finite Mathematics

I'm a recent graduate of the California Institute of Technology in Economics and Computer Science. I was also accepted at Harvard, Princeton, MIT, and Stanford. I have a broad range of interests spanning science, math, engineering, social science, the humanities, the arts, and athletics (I also play...

Education

University of California-Santa Cruz

PHD, Technology & Information Mgmt (Indef. deferred)

California Institute of Technology

Bachelors in Economics and Computer Science

Test Scores
SAT
1580

Certified Tutor

14+ years

Naama

Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Naama's other Tutor Subjects
College Algebra
Arithmetic
Competition Math
Middle School Math

I'm a New York transplant to LA, and a freelance composer and musician by nature. I am an artist and a teacher-- these are my two passions! I'm also a translator, linguistics nerd, avid reader, and fabulous teacher. I went to NYU and studied Linguistics, and am continuing my studies for an Applied L...

Education

New York University

Bachelor in Arts, Psychology

Test Scores
SAT
1570

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Gray

Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Gray's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
PSAT Writing Skills
SAT Subject Test in Literature

I am a recent graduate of the University of Virginia living in Los Angeles. While at UVA, I earned a 3.95 GPA and graduated my major program with Highest Distinction. I have eight years of tutoring experience (including starting my own tutoring program) and have worked with students of all ages. I'm...

Education

University of Virginia-Main Campus

Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government

Test Scores
SAT
1580

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Ari

Bachelors, English and Environmental Studies
Ari's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus

I'm Arian. I graduated from Wesleyan University with degrees in English and Environmental Studies, with a focus on creative writing. For my senior thesis, I wrote a 50-page epic poem that intertwined the geobiological evolution of the earth with my family history.

Education

Wesleyan University

Bachelors, English and Environmental Studies

Test Scores
SAT
1590

Certified Tutor

Alexander

Masters, Viola
Alexander's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
Finite Mathematics
College Algebra

I am currently a doctoral student at the University of Southern California, and I completed earlier degrees at the Juilliard School in New York and at La Sierra University in Riverside, CA. At La Sierra as an undergrad, I received dual degrees with honors in violin and mathematics, both of which hav...

Education

The Juilliard School

Masters, Viola

La Sierra University

Bachelors, Mathematics

Test Scores
SAT
1570

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Jerome

Bachelor in Arts, Cellular and Molecular Biology
Jerome's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

I'm Jerome and I hope I can help in your academic journey. As someone who's received tutoring before, I hope I can help students, not only learn the subject matter, but the study and thinking skills to succeed academically. By learning the skills, you can gain the confidence to pursue other endeavor...

Education

University of California-Berkeley

Bachelor in Arts, Cellular and Molecular Biology

Test Scores
SAT
1530

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Sarah

Bachelor in Arts, Journalism
Sarah's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

I am currently a sophomore at NYU studying English and Journalism. However, I can help with almost any subject, including math and science, as I took advanced-level courses and 13 AP tests in high school. I have years of experience tutoring students of all ages, from elementary school through high s...

Education

New York University

Bachelor in Arts, Journalism

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1600
ACT
35

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Jack

Current Undergrad, Double in Integrative Biology and Anthropology
Jack's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Trigonometry
Pre-Calculus

I'm an undergraduate at UC Berkeley with two years currently under my belt and the intention to double major in anthropology and biology. My focus is on understanding human biological and social origins through analysis of human artifacts, biological remains, and environmental reconstruction, with a...

Education

University of California-Berkeley

Current Undergrad, Double in Integrative Biology and Anthropology

Test Scores
SAT
1590

Certified Tutor

Michael

Bachelor of Fine Arts, Drama
Michael's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra

I am a recent graduate of New York University's Tisch School of the Arts where I received my B.F.A. in Drama with a minor in Applied Theatre. During my time at NYU, I studied at the Atlantic Acting School and the Experimental Theatre Wing, sang in a choir called Drama Cantorum, and co-founded a nati...

Education

New York University

Bachelor of Fine Arts, Drama

Test Scores
SAT
1500
ACT
35

Certified Tutor

Will

Bachelor in Arts, Letters, International Studies
Will's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Quantitative Reasoning
PSAT Writing Skills

I'm an avid reader, musician, outdoors-enthusiast, chef, and movie-watcher.

Education

University of Oklahoma Norman Campus

Bachelor in Arts, Letters, International Studies

Test Scores
SAT
1590

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Ben

Current Grad Student, Philosophy
Ben's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
SAT Reading and Writing
ACT Writing

I am willing to invest the amount of time needed to polishing developing writers and students so that they come away with more than just a corrected essay or some more grammar knowledge; I am seeking to help them hear their own voice in their writing and bring that with them to the next step in thei...

Education

University of California-Santa Barbara

Bachelors, English

Biola University

Current Grad Student, Philosophy

Test Scores
SAT
1530
ACT
33

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Score improvement varies based on your starting point and study commitment, but most students see meaningful gains with personalized instruction focused on their weak areas. Many students improve by 5-10 points or more when working with a tutor who can identify exactly which question types and sections need the most attention. The key is targeted practice combined with strategic test-taking techniques tailored to your learning style.

Your first session focuses on understanding your baseline skills and goals. A tutor will typically review your diagnostic test results, discuss your target law schools and score goals, and identify which sections (Logical Reasoning, Reading Comprehension, or Logic Games) need the most work. This personalized assessment helps create a study plan that addresses your specific challenges rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach.

Logic Games is often the most intimidating section for LSAT test-takers, but it's highly learnable with the right strategies. A tutor can teach you how to diagram different game types efficiently, recognize patterns, and manage the time pressure that makes this section challenging. With consistent practice and feedback on your diagramming techniques, most students develop the confidence and speed needed to tackle games effectively.

Reading Comprehension requires both efficient reading strategies and careful question analysis. Tutors help you develop active reading techniques to identify main ideas and structure quickly, then teach you how to match answer choices precisely to the passage. Many students improve by learning to slow down on the passage itself while speeding up on question selection—the opposite of what they initially try.

Most test-prep experts recommend taking 20-40 full-length practice tests under timed conditions before your official LSAT. A tutor can help you space these tests strategically throughout your study timeline, review your performance to identify patterns in mistakes, and adjust your study focus based on what each test reveals. Quality review of practice tests matters more than quantity—understanding why you missed questions is crucial for improvement.

Timing strategy is highly individual and depends on your strengths. Some students benefit from working through sections sequentially, while others do better tackling easier questions first. A tutor can help you experiment with different pacing approaches during practice tests, then lock in the strategy that maximizes your score. Building comfort with timed conditions through repeated practice is essential—test anxiety often stems from unfamiliarity with time constraints.

Most students benefit from 3-4 months of consistent preparation, though this varies based on your starting score and target score. A tutor can help you create a realistic study schedule that balances depth of learning with practice volume, accounting for your other commitments. The ideal approach combines weekly tutoring sessions for strategy and feedback with independent practice between sessions.

Look for tutors with strong LSAT scores (typically 170+), law school experience, and proven success helping students improve. Beyond credentials, the best tutors understand how to diagnose your specific weaknesses and adapt their teaching to your learning style. Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors for students in Sacramento who have demonstrated expertise in LSAT instruction and a track record of helping students achieve their score goals.

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