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Sanjul

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Sanjul

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Sanjul's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra
Cell Biology

I'm in my final year of medical school and have an interest in specializing in Oncology. I did my undergraduate degree in Biology with a minor in Chemistry and a concentration in Pre-Professional Healthcare. I love to teach Biology, Chemistry, Anatomy, Biochemistry, Physiology, Microbiology, Pharmac...

Education

Cleveland State University

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

University of Medicine and Health Sciences

Doctor of Medicine, Osteopathic Medicine (DO)

Test Scores
ACT
32
Abrahim

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Abrahim

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Abrahim's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math

I am passionate about teaching because I understand greatly a lot of the academic struggles and problems students may face through education, especially as a first generation college student. Currently I am studying for my medical doctorate degree (M.D.) at the Medical College of Wisconsin. I gradua...

Education

University of California Los Angeles

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Medical College of Wisconsin

Doctor of Medicine, Premedicine

Test Scores
ACT
34
Kevin

Certified Tutor

Kevin

Bachelor of Science, Human Biology/Education Studies
Kevin's other Tutor Subjects
College Algebra
Calculus
Algebra
AP Physics 1

I'm in my 2nd year of medical school at the University of Central Florida. I previously graduated Cum Laude from the University of California, San Diego with a degree in Human Biology and Education Studies. I was an Academic Mentor for underprivileged San Diego communities. I was also a Teaching Ass...

Education

University of California-San Diego

Bachelor of Science, Human Biology/Education Studies

Carsen

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Carsen

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

I'm a 2016 graduate of Pepperdine University with my Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry. Currently I'm preparing to apply to optometry school; I hope to be accepted for the 2018-19 academic year. During my time in college, I was involved as a teaching assistant for General Chemistry I and II laboratory, ...

Education

Pepperdine University

Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry

Test Scores
SAT
1420
ACT
31
Noah

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Noah

Mechanical Engineer, Mechanical Engineering
Noah's other Tutor Subjects
Applied Mathematics
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra

I'm a mechanical engineer. I have a lot of experience tutoring and teaching math, science, english, and German, and I also have experience in test prep!

Education

The University of Alabama

Mechanical Engineer, Mechanical Engineering

Jessica

Certified Tutor

Jessica

PHD, Medicine
Jessica's other Tutor Subjects
College Algebra
Calculus
Algebra
Honors Chemistry

I am a licensed physician from Florida who is currently changing careers. I graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 2009 and have extensive tutoring and editing experience. While a student, I became a certified writing tutor through the Critical Writing Department. Since I completed my writ...

Education

Nova Southeastern University

PHD, Medicine

University of Pennsylvania

Bachelors, History

University of Pennsylvania

undergraduate

Test Scores
SAT
1540
Jai

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Jai

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

I'm a recent Stanford graduate (Electrical Engineering and Computer Science), and have been working at a major Management Consulting firm for a few years now. I personally scored a 2360 (out of 2400) on the SAT and 35 on the ACT and was successful in gaining admission to several top universities. I'...

Education

Stanford University

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

Test Scores
SAT
1590
ACT
35
Kate

Certified Tutor

Kate

Masters, Environmental Engineering
Kate's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
College Algebra
Pre-Calculus

I'm available to tutor biology, chemistry, physics, math from Algebra up through AP Calculus, SAT test prep, and French. I've been tutoring students in science and math for 7 years. I also spent 8 months working and studying in France, and have tutored high school and adult students in French. When ...

Education

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Masters, Environmental Engineering

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Bachelors

Test Scores
SAT
1580
Erika

Certified Tutor

Erika

Master of Public Policy, Public Policy
Erika's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

I am available to tutor middle and high school math, history and test prep. I have tutored math and history in the past and I previously taught a test prep course at a school in Hanoi, Vietnam. I have a lot of experience teaching all the need-to-know tricks to doing great on the SATS/ACTS! When I am...

Education

Harvard University

Master of Public Policy, Public Policy

Test Scores
ACT
32
Rhea

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Rhea

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Rhea's other Tutor Subjects
AP Statistics
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra

I am a current student at the University of Chicago. I am working towards a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences, and I am on the pre-medical track. I am extremely passionate about tutoring, and I have several years of experience tutoring students in my high school's learning center in various...

Education

University of Chicago

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1550
ACT
36

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Pre-Calculus Tutor • +29 Subjects

I am enrolled in the Mechanical Engineering PhD program at Rice University which will begin Fall 2020, and I am hoping to return to academia as a professor after earning my PhD. In the meantime, I am looking to share my passion for gaining knowledge, specifically in STEM, by educating the up and coming members of such a great field. I have experience tutoring both Calculus and Physics at Notre Dame, as well as experience as a Student Assistant for Differential Equations and Mechanics. I believe the key to learning is much deeper than learning to solve problems and that seeking knowledge is one of the best means for personal improvement.

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Pre-Algebra Tutor • +29 Subjects

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Pre-Algebra Tutor • +28 Subjects

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Calculus Tutor • +28 Subjects

I am a recent graduate of Yale University and incoming first year medical student at Columbia University. Originally from the DC area, I have always had a passion for science and medicine and pursued a degree in Biology while at Yale. During the 2008-2009 academic year, I tutored science, math, English, history, and Mandarin Chinese part-time with a DC-based tutoring company. At Yale, I worked as a freshman counselor to provide academic and career advice to incoming freshmen. I have taken both SAT and MCAT test prep classes and am familiar with both tests as well as the preparation necessary to score well. My personal career goals include attending medical school to pursue either immunology/infectious diseases or psych/neurology, teaching biology at the university level, and working in public/global health with either the CDC or the WHO.

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Matthew

Pre-Algebra Tutor • +39 Subjects

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Charles

AP Calculus AB Tutor • +25 Subjects

I am a junior Mechanical Engineering major at Yale, and I hope to become a Naval Aviator after college. I am also a varsity sailor, and enjoy playing music with friends when I can get some free time. I have been tutoring my fellow students throughout my entire academic career, and I would best describe my tutoring style as one that adapts to each students' needs. For example, I have always tried to frame questions in a different way so that the student can better understand the question. Some students need visual representations of numbers and systems to understand them, and others benefit more by understanding the concepts behind each formula. I prefer to tutor in math and physics, and especially with real world application problems. I hope to help students improve their standardized test scores and their understanding of the math and sciences so that they can achieve their academic goals! Hobbies: art, books, running, reading, music, writing

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Pre-Algebra Tutor • +56 Subjects

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Calculus Tutor • +21 Subjects

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AP Calculus AB Tutor • +29 Subjects

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Frequently Asked Questions

Score improvement depends on your starting point, commitment level, and how long you've been studying. Most students see meaningful gains—often 2-4 points on the 1-30 Physics scale—within 4-8 weeks of focused tutoring, especially when working with a tutor who can identify and target your specific weak areas. The real advantage of personalized instruction is that tutors help you spend study time efficiently, eliminating gaps in conceptual understanding rather than just drilling practice problems. Realistic timelines matter: if you're struggling with foundational physics concepts, allow more time than if you're fine-tuning test strategy.

The most common struggles include:

  • Conceptual gaps: Many students memorize formulas without truly understanding the physics principles behind them, which becomes a problem when questions test application rather than recall
  • Pacing: OAT Physics questions require careful reading and often multiple calculation steps, making time management critical
  • Question interpretation: The OAT uses complex, multi-part scenarios that test whether you can identify what physics concept applies and which variables matter
  • Bridging theory to practice: Understanding optics or mechanics in a textbook is different from recognizing those concepts in a clinical scenario

A tutor can help you strengthen conceptual understanding, practice efficient problem-solving strategies, and build confidence interpreting unfamiliar question formats.

The best OAT Physics tutors combine deep subject knowledge with practical test expertise. Look for tutors who:

  • Understand both the physics content AND the specific ways the OAT tests it—these aren't always the same
  • Can explain concepts clearly from first principles, not just show you how to solve problems
  • Have real experience with the OAT format and timing constraints
  • Adapt their teaching style to your learning needs and identify your specific weak areas quickly
  • Help you develop test-taking strategies (like how to approach multi-part questions or when to skip and come back)

Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who meet these standards and can personalize their approach to your goals and timeline.

Most students benefit from 6-12 weeks of focused Physics preparation, depending on their starting knowledge and target score. A realistic weekly schedule might look like 3-5 hours of tutoring or focused study, with additional practice problem work in between sessions. The key is consistency rather than cramming—spacing your study over time helps concepts stick and builds the problem-solving fluency you need on test day. If you're starting with significant conceptual gaps, you may need longer; if you're refining test strategy for an already solid foundation, you might need less. A tutor can help you create a timeline that fits your specific situation and adjust as you progress.

Test anxiety often stems from uncertainty—not knowing if you'll recognize question types, manage the clock, or remember concepts under pressure. Tutoring helps because it builds the confidence that comes from actually understanding the material and practicing realistic scenarios. Specific strategies include:

  • Working through full-length practice tests under timed conditions so test day feels familiar
  • Developing a systematic approach to each question type so you have a reliable process when anxiety strikes
  • Identifying your actual weak areas (versus imagined ones) so you can stop worrying about everything
  • Practicing pacing strategies specific to Physics so you know you can finish in time

Many students find that combining tutoring with consistent practice test experience significantly reduces anxiety because they've proven to themselves they can handle the material.

Practice tests are essential—they serve multiple purposes. They help you identify which physics concepts and question types challenge you most, they build stamina and timing skills, and they give you realistic feedback on your actual performance versus where you need to improve. Most students should aim to complete at least 3-4 full-length practice tests throughout their prep, spacing them a few weeks apart so you have time to address weak areas between attempts. A tutor can review your practice test results with you, showing you patterns in mistakes (conceptual misunderstanding vs. careless errors vs. timing issues) and helping you adjust your strategy. The OAT's question formats and pacing demands are specific enough that practice tests are much more valuable than generic physics problem sets.

Start by categorizing your mistakes: Are they due to not understanding a concept, misinterpreting the question, running out of time, or careless calculation errors? This is crucial because the fix is different for each. A tutor can help you analyze this systematically by reviewing your practice problems and tests with you. Once you've identified patterns—maybe you struggle with optics concepts, or you consistently rush through multi-step kinematics problems—you can target those areas with focused practice and review. The most efficient approach is to strengthen conceptual understanding first (so you actually know the physics), then practice application in test-like formats, then work on pacing and strategy. Jumping straight to more practice problems without addressing the root cause wastes study time.

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