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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
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
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
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
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
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
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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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
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
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
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
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The GRE Quantitative section tests your ability to solve mathematical problems and analyze quantitative information. You'll encounter questions on arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and data analysis across four question types: quantitative comparison, multiple choice (one answer), multiple choice (multiple answers), and numeric entry. The section is designed to measure your reasoning skills rather than advanced mathematics knowledge, so strong problem-solving strategies are just as important as computational ability.
The GRE Quantitative section is scored from 130 to 170, with the average test-taker scoring around 150. Your target score depends on your graduate program—STEM fields typically expect scores in the 160+ range, while other programs may accept lower scores. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who can help you understand your specific program's expectations and develop a study plan to reach your goal.
You'll have 47 minutes to complete 27 questions on the GRE Quantitative section, which works out to roughly 1.7 minutes per question. Pacing is one of the biggest challenges students face—many rush through early questions and run out of time later, or spend too long on difficult problems. A tutor can help you develop a strategic approach to time management and teach you when to skip a question and move on.
Students preparing for students in Houston often struggle with time management, unfamiliar question formats (especially quantitative comparison), and maintaining focus through the full section. Many also find that weak foundational skills in algebra or geometry resurface under timed conditions. Personalized tutoring helps you identify your specific weak areas, build confidence in problem-solving strategies, and practice under realistic test conditions to reduce anxiety on test day.
Score improvement depends on your starting point and how much you practice, but most students see meaningful gains with focused, personalized instruction. Research on 1-on-1 tutoring shows that targeted help with problem-solving strategies and consistent practice testing leads to significant improvements. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who can create a customized study plan, identify gaps in your knowledge, and help you develop the strategies needed to reach your target score.
Practice tests are essential—they help you understand the question formats, identify weak areas, and build stamina for the full 47-minute section. Taking full-length practice tests under timed conditions also reveals your pacing patterns and helps reduce test anxiety. A tutor can review your practice test results with you, pinpoint exactly where you're losing points, and teach you strategies to avoid those mistakes on test day.
Effective strategies vary by question type—for quantitative comparison, you'll learn to estimate and eliminate answer choices; for multiple choice, you'll practice working backwards from answers; for numeric entry, careful calculation and unit awareness are key. A tutor can teach you which strategies work best for different question types and help you practice applying them under time pressure. This approach builds both accuracy and confidence.
Your first session typically includes a diagnostic assessment to understand your current skills, identify weak areas, and learn about your target score and timeline. A tutor will ask about your background in math, any specific topics that concern you, and your test-taking habits. From there, you'll work together to create a personalized study plan that focuses on your biggest opportunities for improvement.
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