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Steve

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Steve

Bachelors
Steve's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
Trigonometry
Geometry
Calculus

A chemical and biomolecular engineering degree means Steve spent years applying thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and electromagnetism to real systems — the same core principles that drive AP Physics 1 and 2. He's particularly sharp at teaching students how to connect free-body diagrams to Newton's l...

Education

University of Notre Dame

Bachelors

Aaron

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Aaron

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

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...

Education

The University of Texas at Dallas

Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering

Duke University

Current Grad Student, Mechanical Engineering

Test Scores
SAT
1530

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Justin

Doctor of Philosophy, Computational Mathematics
Justin's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
Multivariable Calculus

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...

Education

Washington University in St. Louis

Bachelor's in Physics and Mathematics

University of Chicago

Doctor of Philosophy, Computational Mathematics

Test Scores
SAT
1560
ACT
33

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

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Phillip

Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Phillip's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Geometry
Calculus

I'm a rising junior at Brown University studying biomedical engineering. I have lots of experience in middle school through college level instruction in STEM and SAT/ACT prep. My goal is to provide a fun and productive learning environment by only teaching subjects that I am passionate about.

Education

Brown University

Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering

Test Scores
SAT
1560

Certified Tutor

3+ years

Ava

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering and Energy Engineering (2020)
Ava's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
Middle School Math
Geometry
Differential Equations

I am current master's student pursuing an advanced degree in environmental engineering. I have about 3 years of experience tutoring a standard math and science curricula to students ranging in age from 7-17. I attended college at Washington University in St. Louis receiving a degree in mechanical en...

Education

Washington University in St. Louis

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering and Energy Engineering (2020)

Test Scores
ACT
35

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Aimee

Current Grad Student, Biological/Biosystems Engineering
Aimee's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Pre-Calculus
Middle School Math
Calculus 3

I am a current (though almost graduated) student in Chemical Engineering at Georgia Tech. I absolutely love teaching and tutoring, and I have 3 years experience tutoring and just over a year's experience in being a teacher's assistant. I am passionate about math and science, and I love helping peopl...

Education

Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus

Bachelor of Science, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Current Grad Student, Biological/Biosystems Engineering

Test Scores
ACT
33

Certified Tutor

7+ years

Michael

Doctor of Philosophy, Physics
Michael's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
AP Physics 1
Physics

I am a lifelong learner, teacher, and researcher in the field of physics. I received a PhD in Physics from the University of Michigan and a BS in Physics from Rice University. I have four years of physics teaching experience at the University of Michigan, primarily undergraduate laboratory courses w...

Education

Rice University

Bachelor of Science, Physics

University of Michigan

Doctor of Philosophy, Physics

Rice University

BS in Physics

Test Scores
SAT
1570

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Bidyut

Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Bidyut's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
Pre-Algebra
Pre-Calculus
Differential Equations

I am an undergraduate of the Johns Hopkins University, majoring in Biomedical Engineering and Computer Science. I have years of experience tutoring and teaching math and various sciences from an elementary to a college level. I primarily tutor college level courses such as physics and biochemistry, ...

Education

Johns Hopkins University

Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering

Test Scores
Perfect Score
ACT
36

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Dennis

Bachelor of Science
Dennis's other Tutor Subjects
AP Statistics
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra

I'm Dennis. I study physics, math, and computer science. I have done research about cosmic ray acceleration at supernova shock fronts in the Princeton University Department of Astrophysics, simulating how the turbulent plasmas push protons and ions. I have also worked at the Norfolk State University...

Education

Princeton University

Bachelor of Science

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1530
ACT
36

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Jeffrey

Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering
Jeffrey's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Calculus
Geometry
Calculus
Algebra

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 com...

Education

University of Notre Dame

Bachelor of Science

Rice University

Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering

Test Scores
ACT
34

Certified Tutor

6+ years

JF

Bachelor of Science, Mathematics and Computer Science
JF's other Tutor Subjects
AP Statistics
AP Calculus BC
Middle School Math
Geometry

I'm a freshman at Stanford University pursuing a degree in mathematical and computational science. I've been tutoring students from grades 3-12 throughout high school, and I look forward to continue in college. Nothing excites me more than learning something new, and I strive to share my excitement ...

Education

Stanford University

Bachelor of Science, Mathematics and Computer Science

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1600

Certified Tutor

Richard

Bachelor in Arts, Government
Richard's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
Linear Algebra

I am a rising senior at Harvard College pursuing an AB in Government. Academically, I have diverse interests, including history, language, math, physics, philosophy, music, and politics. In high school, I tutored elementary, middle, and high school students in music, math, ACT and SAT prep, and Span...

Education

Harvard University

Bachelor in Arts, Government

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1600
ACT
36

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Sanjana

Bachelor in Arts, Applied Mathematics
Sanjana's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
Competition Math

I'm a sophomore at Harvard studying Applied Math, Economics, and Computer Science. I've tutored in a variety of subjects throughout high school and currently work part-time as a Course Assistant for an Introductory Calculus course at Harvard. I especially love tutoring math and making it a more acce...

Education

Harvard University

Bachelor in Arts, Applied Mathematics

Test Scores
SAT
1560

Certified Tutor

Fred

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
Fred's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Calculus
Calculus
Algebra

I am a May 2012 graduate of Princeton University with a degree in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering currently working in Midtown Manhattan as a consultant. In the past I have had a variety of opportunities to tutor - from one on one tutoring for the SAT in high school and peer tutoring in college...

Education

Princeton University

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

Test Scores
SAT
1550

Frequently Asked Questions

AP Physics covers mechanics, energy, waves, electricity, magnetism, and modern physics—a broad range of interconnected concepts that build on each other. Personalized tutoring helps you break down complex topics like circular motion, thermodynamics, and electromagnetic induction into manageable pieces, with a tutor who can focus on your specific weak areas rather than moving at a class pace.

Score improvement depends on your starting point and effort, but students who work consistently with a tutor typically see meaningful gains—often 1-2 points on the 1-5 AP scale. The key is identifying which concepts you're struggling with (like free-body diagrams or energy conservation) and practicing problem-solving repeatedly, which personalized instruction makes much more efficient than studying alone.

Many students struggle with translating word problems into physics equations, visualizing abstract concepts like fields and waves, and managing the time pressure on the exam. Tutoring addresses these by teaching you to break down problems systematically, use diagrams and visual strategies, and practice timed problem sets so you develop both understanding and speed.

The AP Physics exam has two sections: a 90-minute multiple-choice section (50 questions) and a 90-minute free-response section (5 questions). Success requires both conceptual understanding and problem-solving speed. A tutor can help you practice both question types, develop strategies for managing time on each section, and identify which topics appear most frequently so you focus your study efficiently.

Practice tests are essential—they help you identify weak areas, get comfortable with the exam format, and build test-taking stamina. A tutor can help you take full-length practice tests under timed conditions, review your mistakes in detail to understand why you missed each question, and adjust your study plan based on patterns in your performance.

Test anxiety often comes from feeling unprepared or unsure of your problem-solving approach. Working with a tutor builds confidence through repeated practice, mastering consistent strategies for tackling different problem types, and getting feedback on your work before exam day. Many students also find that understanding the 'why' behind concepts—not just memorizing formulas—reduces anxiety significantly.

Look for tutors with strong physics backgrounds—ideally a degree in physics or engineering, or proven teaching experience with AP Physics specifically. They should understand both the content deeply and the AP exam format, and be able to explain complex concepts clearly. Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors in Denton who have demonstrated expertise in AP Physics.

Your first session is typically a diagnostic—your tutor will assess your current understanding of key concepts, identify specific weak areas, and learn about your learning style and goals. From there, you'll work together to create a personalized study plan that targets your challenges and prepares you for the AP exam in a way that fits your timeline and pace.

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