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Ben

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Ben

Bachelors, Cogntive Science
Ben's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Writing
Advanced Placement Prep
Algebra
Algebra 2

I am a 2014 graduate of Vassar College, in Poughkeepsie, NY, where I majored in Cognitive Science and minored in Spanish/Hispanic Studies. In college, I played two years of DIII lacrosse, sang in an a cappella group, studied abroad for a semester in Madrid, and was the co-chair of my major committee...

Education

Vassar College

Bachelors, Cogntive Science

Test Scores
SAT
1530
ACT
31
Hilary

Certified Tutor

Hilary

Master of Arts, English State Certified Teacher
Hilary's other Tutor Subjects
College English
College Essays
Comparative Literature
English

I am a certified English teacher (grades 7-12). I am passionate about learning and reading, and I am eager to help students with any aspect of Language Arts. I majored in English at Vassar College and am currently earning my M.A. in English at Middlebury’s Bread Loaf School of English. I have studen...

Education

Middlebury, Bread Loaf School of English

Master of Arts, English State Certified Teacher

Vassar College

Bachelor in Arts, English

Mikko

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Mikko

Masters, Creative Writing
Mikko's other Tutor Subjects
College Essays
Creative Writing
English Grammar and Syntax
Essay Editing

I hold an MFA in Creative Writing from The Ohio State University and a BA in English Literature from Vassar College. I am passionate about helping students improve their reading and writing skills, as well as their standardized testing techniques.

Education

The Ohio State University

Masters, Creative Writing

Vassar College

Bachelors, English Literature

Isabel

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Isabel

Bachelor in Arts, Biochemistry
Isabel's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
English
Essay Editing
Geometry

Hello!My name is Izzy, I'm 23 years old, and I'm originally from Danville, Indiana. I got my bachelor's degree in Biochemistry from Vassar College in Spring 2018. I'm currently in graduate school to become a pharmacist - I'm in my first year of the PharmD program at Northeastern University.As you ca...

Education

Vassar College

Bachelor in Arts, Biochemistry

Test Scores
SAT
1470
Zoe

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Zoe

Current Grad Student, MD
Zoe's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Science
ACT Writing
Advanced Placement Prep
Algebra

My name is Zoe Fullerton and I am current student at Harvard Medical School. I attended Vassar College as an undergraduate where I studied Science, Technology and Society. I am a patient teacher and eager to work with students of all ages.

Education

Vassar College

Bachelors, Science, Technology, and Society

Harvard Medical School

Current Grad Student, MD

Test Scores
SAT
1550
ACT
32
Travers

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Travers

Undergraduate Degree
Travers's other Tutor Subjects
SAT
Pre-Calculus
Java
Python

I've worked as a tutor on/off for the past 15 years. I started my tutoring my mother's students while in elementary school and later worked as teacher's assistant in college and a tutor for an after- school program in Poughkeepsie. On the side, I've worked as a private tutor for undergraduate and gr...

Education

Vassar College

Undergraduate Degree

Test Scores
SAT
1490
Emma

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Emma

Bachelor in Arts, English
Emma's other Tutor Subjects
American Literature
British Literature
College Application Essays
College English

I graduated from Vassar College in 2016 with a BA in English. I am passionate about literature and writing and want to help make these subjects come alive for students. I want to teach students how to eventually teach themselves so that they may excel at a particular subject in the future. I would l...

Education

Vassar College

Bachelor in Arts, English

Lorenzo

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Lorenzo

Bachelor in Arts, Biochemistry
Lorenzo's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Calculus
Calculus 2

I am a soon to be graduate of a top liberal arts, having studied Biochemistry. I primarily tutor high school and college level math and sciences but also have extensive experience in all forms of engineering and higher mathematics. My current interest is in the application of Numerical Analysis into...

Education

Vassar College

Bachelor in Arts, Biochemistry

Test Scores
SAT
1470
Ethan

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Ethan

Bachelors, English (with honors) and History
Ethan's other Tutor Subjects
ACT English
ACT Reading
ACT Writing
AP Music Theory

I recently graduated from Vassar College as an English and history double major with honors in the former. I have worked as a Teacher's Assistant at Vassar College as well as at the Montclair Art Museum summer program for children. I often worked one on one with students improving their proficiency ...

Education

Vassar College

Bachelors, English (with honors) and History

Test Scores
SAT
1530
ACT
34
Bryan K

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Bryan K

AM

Hi there! My name is Bryan Kim-Butler, and I would love to work with you or your child on Varsity Tutors. I have over 7 years total of teaching experience, from the elementary school all the way through to the college level. I started way, way back, when I tutored elementary school kids when I was...

Education

University of Michigan-Ann Arbor

AM

University of the District of Columbia David A Clarke School of Law

AM

Vassar College

AM

Test Scores
LSAT
173

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Tutors with a Vassar background bring direct experience navigating the college's rigorous curriculum and distinctive educational philosophy. They understand Vassar's emphasis on critical thinking, interdisciplinary learning, and close faculty-student relationships—insights they apply to personalized tutoring. This firsthand knowledge helps them anticipate academic challenges and guide students effectively through complex material.

Vassar alumni tutors have succeeded in demanding coursework and can share proven strategies for mastering challenging subjects. They understand what professors expect, how to excel in seminars and research projects, and how to develop the analytical skills Vassar emphasizes. Their real experience with the material means they can explain concepts in ways that resonate with how Vassar teaches.

Vassar alumni tutors are particularly strong in humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, and mathematics—reflecting the college's comprehensive liberal arts focus. Many have deep expertise in literature, history, economics, biology, chemistry, and physics, as well as languages and philosophy. Whether you need help with core courses or advanced seminars, you can connect with tutors who have mastered these subjects at Vassar's level.

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Your first session focuses on understanding your goals, current level, and specific challenges. The tutor will assess what you need help with—whether it's mastering difficult concepts, improving writing, or building problem-solving skills—and create a personalized plan tailored to your learning style. This foundation ensures all future sessions are targeted and effective.

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Absolutely. Vassar alumni tutors are experienced with the college's emphasis on clear, analytical writing and can help you develop strong essays, research papers, and written arguments. They understand how to structure academic writing, support claims with evidence, and revise for clarity and impact—skills essential for college success.

Yes. Vassar's seminar-based learning requires active participation and thoughtful analysis. Tutors who studied at Vassar know how to prepare you for seminar discussions, help you develop strong arguments, and teach you how to engage respectfully with different perspectives—exactly what professors expect in these intimate, discussion-based courses.

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