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Certified Tutor
9+ years
Between a biochemistry degree and a master's in biology, Thomas has run enough statistical analyses and quantitative problem sets to recognize the GRE Quant section for what it is — recycled algebra, ratios, geometry, and data interpretation dressed up in deliberately tricky phrasing. He teaches acr...
Columbia University in the City of New York
AM
Dartmouth College
AM
Certified Tutor
11+ years
Scoring 770 on her own Quantitative section, Elizabeth knows the GRE math isn't about advanced concepts — it's about recognizing which arithmetic, algebra, geometry, or data analysis principle a question is really testing beneath its wording. She taught GRE prep as an adjunct professor at American U...
Vanderbilt University
AM
Certified Tutor
6+ years
My teaching philosophy is focused on a single objective - that students learn. I have a Ph.D. in Criminology from the University of Pennsylvania and a J.D. from Temple Law School. My GRE score was a 326, and my LSAT score was a 173. I've tutored over 60 students through Varsity Tutors. I'm co...
University of Pennsylvania
PhD
Moravian College and Moravian Theological Seminary
PhD
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Having taught high school math abroad through the Peace Corps and later completed quantitative coursework in her MPH at Emory, Irina has cycled through the exact algebra, ratios, and data analysis concepts the GRE Quant section recycles — multiple times, in multiple contexts. She's especially sharp ...
New York University
Undergraduate Degree
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Hello, my name is Destiny and I graduated from Howard University. I majored in Psychology with a minor in Biology and Administration of Justice. One of the most important lessons I've learned from school is the value of asking for help. This can be the difference between simply memorizing some facts...
Howard University
BS
Certified Tutor
12+ years
I am a graduate of Grinnell College, a private liberal arts college located in Grinnell, Iowa. I have a Bachelor of the Arts in Computer Science from Grinnell's Department of Math and Computer Science. Since graduation I have tutored students of a wide variety of ages and background in a number of...
Grinnell College
AB
Certified Tutor
15+ years
Reviews from students: "I loved how you explained math. You were able to explain formulas so they made sense and it was engaging. Thank you for making math interesting." - Ferol Conklin "I have published over 20 articles, and no one has ever edited my articles as thoroughly or as helpfully as you...
University
Bachelor's
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Mimi
I am an interdisciplinary educator with an Ed.M. from the Harvard Graduate School of Education and a B.A. from Dartmouth College. My background is primarily in integrated arts learning and museum education and I specialize in visual arts, history and art history, and object-based learning. In all su...
Harvard University
Masters in Education, Education
Dartmouth College
B.A.
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Aaron
I'm not tutoring or buried in my textbooks, you will either find me rock climbing at the Triangle Rock Club, playing Ultimate Frisbee, working on my car, or enjoying the great outdoors (beaches, mountains, forests--you name it, I love it). On rainy weekends I enjoy tinkering with computers and old e...
The University of Texas at Dallas
Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering
Duke University
Current Grad Student, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Nina
I am a recent graduate from a masters program in biostatistics at Columbia University. I received my Bachelor of Arts in biological sciences, with a focus in neurobiology at Northwestern University. In August, I will be starting a doctoral program in biostatistics at NYU. I was a teaching assistant ...
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
Certified Tutor
I am a graduate of Wesleyan University, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with High Honors. With eight years of experience working in education, I've tutored students in math, science, history, and English, as well as helped students prepare for standardized tests. I've guided adults...
Harvard University
PHD, Education
Wesleyan University
Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
Certified Tutor
Michelle
I am proud to be a part of Varsity Tutors! I am originally from San Antonio, TX; I completed my undergraduate education at Rice University in Houston where I received a bachelor's degree in Biochemistry and Cell Biology. Currently, I am in my second year of medical school at Baylor College of Medici...
Baylor College of Medicine
Current Grad Student, M.D.
Rice University
Bachelor's in Biochemistry and Cell Biology
Certified Tutor
8+ years
Solange
I'm Solange - a recent graduate from Harvard where I studied Sociology & Women's Studies. I've been tutoring for eight years now, and have worked with a wide range of ages and in a wide range of subjects. Some of my specialties are college prep/test taking II worked in the admissions office on campu...
Harvard University
Bachelor in Arts (Sociology & Women's Studies)
Certified Tutor
Christopher
I am a rising sophomore at Harvard College and am about to declare as a Mechanical Engineering concentrator, working towards a Bachelor of Science degree. I've always enjoyed sharing my knowledge with my peers and those around me and have done so in both formal and informal settings. I've been a tut...
Harvard College
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
Liz
I am a graduate of Washington University in St Louis, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in History with minors in Humanities and Anthropology. Since graduation, I have worked as a tutor, teacher, and director of tutors at a charter public middle school in Boston. During this time I also received ...
Simmons College
Masters, Special Education: Mild to Moderate Disabilities 5-12
Washington University in St. Louis
Bachelor of Arts in History (minors in Humanities and Anthropology)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The GRE Quantitative section tests your ability to solve mathematical problems and interpret data. It covers algebra, geometry, arithmetic, and data analysis—but the focus is on reasoning and problem-solving rather than advanced math formulas. You'll encounter multiple-choice questions, numeric entry questions, and quantitative comparison problems, all designed to assess your analytical thinking skills.
Score improvement depends on your starting point and study effort, but most students see meaningful gains with focused preparation. If you're scoring in the 140-150 range, improving by 5-10 points is realistic with targeted tutoring. Students starting lower often see larger jumps. The key is identifying your specific weak areas—whether that's geometry, data interpretation, or pacing—and addressing them systematically through practice and strategy refinement.
The most common struggles are pacing under time pressure, misunderstanding question formats, and gaps in foundational math concepts. Many students also struggle with data interpretation questions that require quick analysis of charts and tables. Additionally, the GRE Quantitative section rewards strategic thinking—knowing when to estimate versus calculate precisely—which many test-takers don't develop on their own.
Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who start by assessing your current strengths and weaknesses through diagnostic practice tests. From there, tutoring focuses on targeted skill-building, test-taking strategies, and timed practice. Your tutor will help you understand why you're making mistakes, teach you efficient problem-solving approaches, and build your confidence through repeated exposure to question types you find challenging.
Most students benefit from 8-12 weeks of focused preparation, though this varies based on your starting score and target. If you're working with a tutor, you can often compress this timeline through more efficient learning. Consistency matters more than duration—regular sessions (2-3 per week) combined with independent practice between sessions typically yields better results than sporadic, intensive cramming.
Practice tests reveal patterns in your mistakes and help you build stamina for the actual test conditions. They also show you how to manage time effectively—a critical skill since you have about 1.5 minutes per question. Taking full-length practice tests under timed conditions, then reviewing errors with your tutor, is one of the most effective ways to identify weak areas and track your progress toward your target score.
Test anxiety often stems from unfamiliarity with question formats or lack of confidence in your problem-solving approach. Working with a tutor builds both through repeated practice, strategy development, and positive reinforcement. As you develop a reliable system for tackling different question types and see your practice scores improve, anxiety naturally decreases. Many students also benefit from learning specific test-day strategies to manage stress in the moment.
Look for tutors with strong math backgrounds and specific GRE test prep experience. Ideally, they've scored well on the GRE themselves and understand both the content and the strategic thinking required. When you connect with Varsity Tutors, you'll get matched with experienced tutors who specialize in GRE preparation and can teach you not just math concepts, but the test-specific strategies that lead to higher scores.
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