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6+ years
Deana
AP Lang is ultimately about dissecting how writers build arguments — identifying rhetorical strategies like appeals to ethos, strategic concessions, and shifts in tone that most students read right past. Deana tackles the synthesis and rhetorical analysis essays by teaching students to annotate for ...
University at Buffalo
Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience

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Caroline
Caroline's English Literature degree trained her to read closely for how language works on a reader — a skill she now channels into AP Lang's rhetorical analysis essay, where students need to explain why an author's diction or structural pivot matters, not just identify it. Her 4.9 rating comes from...
College of the Holy Cross
Bachelor in Arts, English Literature
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
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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
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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)
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
Charles
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 descr...
Yale University
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
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
9+ years
Justin
I am an aspiring applied mathematician, with particular interest in image processing and climate science. I graduated in May 2017 from Washington University in St. Louis with a bachelor's in physics and mathematics, and am beginning a PhD program in September 2017 at the University of Chicago in Com...
Washington University in St. Louis
Bachelor's in Physics and Mathematics
University of Chicago
Doctor of Philosophy, Computational Mathematics
Certified Tutor
James
I am currently a senior at Harvard College where I study chemistry, and I'll be attending Columbia Medical School next year. I have years of experience tutoring college students in math (mostly calculus) and chemistry including both general and organic chemistry. In addition, I am very familiar with...
Harvard University
Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry
Certified Tutor
5+ years
Sabira
I am currently attending Johns Hopkins University, pursuing a dual degree in Computer Science and Applied Math and Statistics. I love helping students and I love the feeling I get knowing that I was able to use my knowledge to make someone else happier. My favorite subject to teach is math because t...
Johns Hopkins University
Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics
Certified Tutor
Asta
I am a graduate of the University of Chicago where I received my undergraduate degree in political science. Right after graduation, I worked as an academic and test prep tutor as well as admissions consultant in Hong Kong. For the past two years, I worked with a number of students to help prepare th...
University of Chicago
Bachelor in Arts in Political Science
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AP English Language and Composition is a college-level course that focuses on analyzing and writing persuasive, expository, and narrative essays. The exam tests your ability to read complex texts, understand rhetorical strategies, and craft well-argued essays under timed conditions. It's one of the most popular AP courses, with students across Buffalo's 98 schools taking the exam each May.
The exam has two sections: a 1-hour multiple-choice section with 45 questions focused on reading comprehension and rhetorical analysis, and a 2-hour 15-minute free-response section with three essays (Synthesis, Rhetorical Analysis, and Argument). Success requires both strong reading skills to analyze complex passages and timed writing ability to develop coherent arguments—two areas where personalized tutoring can make a real difference.
AP scores range from 1-5, with a 3 considered passing and a 5 representing mastery. Most students improve 1-2 score points with focused preparation, especially when they identify specific weaknesses—like struggling with rhetorical analysis questions or managing essay timing. Tutors can help you target these gaps and develop strategies that work for your learning style, which typically leads to more significant gains than generic test prep.
Students often struggle with three main areas: understanding rhetorical devices and analyzing how authors use them, managing time across three essays while maintaining quality, and distinguishing between different essay types (synthesis vs. argument vs. rhetorical analysis). Many also find the multiple-choice section tricky because it requires deep reading comprehension and the ability to identify subtle rhetorical choices. A tutor can break down these concepts and help you practice under realistic time pressure.
Your first session focuses on understanding where you stand. A tutor will review your current writing samples, discuss which exam sections feel most challenging, and assess your familiarity with rhetorical terms and essay structures. From there, you'll develop a personalized study plan that targets your specific weaknesses—whether that's essay pacing, rhetorical analysis skills, or multiple-choice strategy—so your tutoring time is spent on what matters most.
Practice tests are essential for AP English Language and Composition because they simulate real exam conditions and help you identify timing issues and content gaps. Most students benefit from taking a full practice test every 2-3 weeks, then reviewing mistakes with a tutor to understand why you missed questions and how to apply those lessons to future essays. This cycle of practice, feedback, and targeted skill-building is one of the most effective ways to improve your score.
The free-response section requires careful time management: most students spend 10-15 minutes planning and writing each essay, leaving time for quick revisions. A tutor can help you develop a personal pacing strategy, practice writing under timed conditions, and learn shortcuts for organizing your thoughts quickly. Many students find that practicing with a timer and getting feedback on their process—not just their final essays—dramatically improves both speed and quality.
Look for tutors with strong backgrounds in English or rhetoric, ideally with experience teaching or tutoring AP-level courses. They should understand the specific exam format, be able to explain rhetorical concepts clearly, and have a track record helping students improve their essay writing and test scores. Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors in Buffalo who specialize in AP English Language and Composition and can tailor their approach to your learning style and goals.
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