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Luther M. Newbury Park, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Luther M.
$70/hour

Newbury Park, CA

Tutor in Political Theory, International Relations, and Philosophy

I have a PhD in Political Thought and an MA in Philosophy. I specialize in 19th-century continental European (especially German) thought, particularly political and aesthetic theory.

4.6 (5)
$70/hour
19 hours tutoring

I have a PhD in Political Thought and an MA in Philosophy. I specialize in 19th-century continental European (especially German) thought, particularly political and aesthetic theory.

Julie T. Thousand Oaks, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Julie T.
$80/hour

Thousand Oaks, CA

UCLA Grad for English, Math, Science, Test prep

Philosophy is a challenging and fascinating subject, one I have taught for the last four years as a survey course for high school students who are home educated. From the early Greeks to the modern movements, I can help students identify...

5.0 (270)
$80/hour
1,123 hours tutoring

Philosophy is a challenging and fascinating subject, one I have taught for the last four years as a survey course for high school students who are home educated. From the early Greeks to the modern movements, I can help students identify...

David A. Santa Barbara, CA, available for in-person tutoring
David A.
$150/hour

Santa Barbara, CA

Friendly, Experienced UCSB Grad Science Tutor

Furthermore, I completed a variety of undergraduate writing courses, including Scientific Writing, English Literature, and Philosophy. While Chemistry and Biology tend to be my most popular subjects, I have helped many students with...

5.0 (1)
$150/hour
7 hours tutoring

Furthermore, I completed a variety of undergraduate writing courses, including Scientific Writing, English Literature, and Philosophy. While Chemistry and Biology tend to be my most popular subjects, I have helped many students with...

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Here are even more great Philosophy tutors who offer online lessons.

San Marcos, TX Tutoring
Matt B.
$60/hour

Philosophy PhD with 15 Years Experience Teaching & Researching

My areas of philosophical expertise are philosophy of mind and 19th/20th-century European philosophy (with a concentration on existentialism and phenomenology). My areas of competence include ancient Greek philosophy, early...

5.0 (40)
$60/hour
129 hours tutoring
Response time: 39 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

My areas of philosophical expertise are philosophy of mind and 19th/20th-century European philosophy (with a concentration on existentialism and phenomenology). My areas of competence include ancient Greek philosophy, early...

Boise, ID Tutoring
David F.
$60/hour

Experienced logic tutor

As a second philosophy major who studied logic and retained alove for this often-frustrating subject, I regularly tutor propositional and first-order logic, truth tables, natural deduction proofs. I can help you understand premises and...

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$60/hour
2,819 hours tutoring
Response time: 43 minutesNote that average response time is based on David’s active hours, which are 8:00 pm - 11:00 am UTC.

As a second philosophy major who studied logic and retained alove for this often-frustrating subject, I regularly tutor propositional and first-order logic, truth tables, natural deduction proofs. I can help you understand premises and...

Newberg, OR Tutoring
Adam W.
$180/hour

Philosophy Tutor | Continental, political, & Chinese Philosophy

I hold a degree in Philosophy with formal training across both Western and Eastern traditions, including Continental and Chinese schools of thought. Throughout my academic career, I have taught and studied the history of philosophy...

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$180/hour
11,282 hours tutoring
Response time: 6 minutesNote that average response time is based on Adam’s active hours, which are 11:00 am - 9:00 pm UTC.

I hold a degree in Philosophy with formal training across both Western and Eastern traditions, including Continental and Chinese schools of thought. Throughout my academic career, I have taught and studied the history of philosophy...

Jamaica Plain, MA Tutoring
Peter G.
$150/hour

Driven to succeed? Learn from a professional mathematician

After double-majoring in math and philosophy, I did a master's in math followed by two successful years in a pure and applied logic program interdisciplinary between math, philosophy, and computer science. All this to say, I...

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$150/hour
657 hours tutoring
Response time: 2 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

After double-majoring in math and philosophy, I did a master's in math followed by two successful years in a pure and applied logic program interdisciplinary between math, philosophy, and computer science. All this to say, I...

Tarzana, CA Tutoring
Olivia W.
$80/hour

B.A. in Philosophy

B.A. in philosophy from Pomona College

5.0 (42)
$80/hour
191 hours tutoring
Response time: 38 minutesNote that average response time is based on Olivia’s active hours, which are 3:00 pm - 3:00 am UTC.

B.A. in philosophy from Pomona College

Brooklyn, NY Tutoring
Paul C.
$149/hour

Professional Tutor & Editor via Oxford, Yale & Columbia

I graduated summa cum laude from Rutgers University with a BA in Anthropology and Philosophy, with highest departmental honors in the latter. While there I founded the Rutgers Undergraduate Philosophy Journal. I have also completed...

5.0 (296)
$149/hour
762 hours tutoring
Response time: 8 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I graduated summa cum laude from Rutgers University with a BA in Anthropology and Philosophy, with highest departmental honors in the latter. While there I founded the Rutgers Undergraduate Philosophy Journal. I have also completed...

Pittsburgh, PA Tutoring
Elena G.
$150/hour

PhD, Philosophy and Writing Tutor

I have taught philosophy both as a TA and as an independent instructor, covering a wide variety of philosophical topics: ethics, metaphysics & epistemology, social & political philosophy, aesthetics, history of...

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$150/hour
1,498 hours tutoring
Response time: 12 minutesNote that average response time is based on Elena’s active hours, which are 10:00 am - 9:00 pm UTC.

I have taught philosophy both as a TA and as an independent instructor, covering a wide variety of philosophical topics: ethics, metaphysics & epistemology, social & political philosophy, aesthetics, history of...

Arcadia, CA Tutoring
Dr. Mara B.
$175/hour

Doctorate in Philosophy, Teaching Experience and Expertise

Being a philosopher, my principal concern is the three C's of ethical content: common, central, and contestable. My instructional area of expertise is P4C, with a focus on pragmatism. I have been engaged in contemporary philosophical concerns and...

5.0 (461)
$175/hour
1,868 hours tutoring

Being a philosopher, my principal concern is the three C's of ethical content: common, central, and contestable. My instructional area of expertise is P4C, with a focus on pragmatism. I have been engaged in contemporary philosophical concerns and...

San Francisco, CA Tutoring
James P.
$65/hour

Writing Teacher, Linguist, and History of World Thought

I have used the work of Heidegger extensively in my own work available on the internet. I am much more knowledgeable about continental philosophy than analytic philosophy. I can help frame the history of philosophy as its main...

5.0 (1149)
$65/hour
4,120 hours tutoring

I have used the work of Heidegger extensively in my own work available on the internet. I am much more knowledgeable about continental philosophy than analytic philosophy. I can help frame the history of philosophy as its main...

Gaithersburg, MD Tutoring
Steven F.
$60/hour

Former University Professor, research and study in Philosophy

I was a university professor for almost 20 years and taught a wide variety of philosophy courses to both undergraduates and graduate students. I have also taught many private courses in philosophy. Among the courses I have taught are...

5.0 (742)
$60/hour
3,202 hours tutoring
Response time: 45 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I was a university professor for almost 20 years and taught a wide variety of philosophy courses to both undergraduates and graduate students. I have also taught many private courses in philosophy. Among the courses I have taught are...

Pasadena, CA Tutoring
Geoffrey B.
$96/hour

Phi Beta Kappa Tutor Specializing in Kant and Ancient Philosophy

My background in philosophy focuses primarily on Ancient Philosophy (especially 5th Century Athens and the Hellenistic traditions). I am also well-versed in the philosophy of Locke, Kant, and some 20th century philosophers. I...

5.0 (1547)
$96/hour
6,491 hours tutoring

My background in philosophy focuses primarily on Ancient Philosophy (especially 5th Century Athens and the Hellenistic traditions). I am also well-versed in the philosophy of Locke, Kant, and some 20th century philosophers. I...

San Carlos, CA Tutoring
Mark R.
$180/hour

Ph. D. in Philosophy from UCLA (B. A. in Philosophy from Princeton)

I graduated from UCLA's Philosophy department with a Ph. D. in Philosophy, writing my dissertation on logical truth (https://www.dropbox.com/s/090yxpryf33i166/mark%20rubin%20dissertation.pdf?dl=0). I...

5.0 (44)
$180/hour
153 hours tutoring
Response time: 19 minutesNote that average response time is based on Mark’s active hours, which are 3:00 pm - 5:00 am UTC.

I graduated from UCLA's Philosophy department with a Ph. D. in Philosophy, writing my dissertation on logical truth (https://www.dropbox.com/s/090yxpryf33i166/mark%20rubin%20dissertation.pdf?dl=0). I...

Brooklyn, NY Tutoring
Oliver H.
$90/hour

Graduate in Philosophy from Oxford and Warwick

I have a Masters in Philosophy from Oxford and a Bachelor's in Philosophy from Warwick. I have researched and taught in many areas of philosophy, including (but not limited to) logic, epistemology, ethics, metaethics,...

5.0 (58)
$90/hour
143 hours tutoring

I have a Masters in Philosophy from Oxford and a Bachelor's in Philosophy from Warwick. I have researched and taught in many areas of philosophy, including (but not limited to) logic, epistemology, ethics, metaethics,...

Murfreesboro, TN Tutoring
Harry C.
$80/hour

Brown Ph.D. in philosophy with several years' teaching experience

I have a Ph.D. in philosophy from Brown University. Before I obtained my Ph.D., I majored in philosophy at Centre College, where I graduated summa cum laude. I've also taught several philosophy courses at Brown University...

5.0 (123)
$80/hour
352 hours tutoring

I have a Ph.D. in philosophy from Brown University. Before I obtained my Ph.D., I majored in philosophy at Centre College, where I graduated summa cum laude. I've also taught several philosophy courses at Brown University...

Iron River, MI Tutoring
Lance G.
$32/hour

Philosophy Grad, Chess Coach, & Learning Enthusiast

Graduate in philosophy with highest honors. Years of experience helping students study and understand philosophical concepts.

5.0 (1368)
$32/hour
4,208 hours tutoring

Graduate in philosophy with highest honors. Years of experience helping students study and understand philosophical concepts.

Washington, DC Tutoring
Ally S.
$60/hour

UCLA Math Alum Tutoring Logic, Statistics, Calculus

I earned a B.S. in Mathematics of Computation from UCLA with a Philosophy minor, concentrating in formal logic. I have also written on topics in the philosophy of language, feminist metaphysics and epistemology, and medical ethics....

5.0 (78)
$60/hour
312 hours tutoring
Response time: 42 minutesNote that average response time is based on Ally’s active hours, which are 1:00 pm - 9:00 pm UTC.

I earned a B.S. in Mathematics of Computation from UCLA with a Philosophy minor, concentrating in formal logic. I have also written on topics in the philosophy of language, feminist metaphysics and epistemology, and medical ethics....

Rochester, PA Tutoring
Robert D.
$115/hour

B.A in Philosophy from Cornell University

Philosophy has been a core part of my education, where I completed a B.A. in philosophy with a 4.0 GPA from Cornell University. Moreover, philosophy is a genuine activity of mine, and I continue to practice philosophy...

5.0 (223)
$115/hour
859 hours tutoring

Philosophy has been a core part of my education, where I completed a B.A. in philosophy with a 4.0 GPA from Cornell University. Moreover, philosophy is a genuine activity of mine, and I continue to practice philosophy...

Stanford, CA Tutoring
Luqman H.
$135/hour

BA in Political Science with Emphasis in Political Philosophy

My undergraduate study was in political philosophy as part of political science major. My passion for philosophy included taking philosophy classes in ancient and modern philosophy continuing reading of philosophical...

5.0 (78)
$135/hour
560 hours tutoring

My undergraduate study was in political philosophy as part of political science major. My passion for philosophy included taking philosophy classes in ancient and modern philosophy continuing reading of philosophical...

New Orleans, LA Tutoring
Raymond S.
$120/hour

I teach philosophy

I have a PhD in Philosophy and have taught and graded courses for over decade at various types of institutions (Public, Private, Religious, Ivy League).

5.0 (70)
$120/hour
412 hours tutoring
Response time: 6 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I have a PhD in Philosophy and have taught and graded courses for over decade at various types of institutions (Public, Private, Religious, Ivy League).

Mcminnville, OR Tutoring
Seth M.
$39/hour

Professor of Philosophy with many years of Teaching Experience

I normally teach for colleges, but have also developed and taught philosophy courses for high school academies. I have experience teaching and tutoring ethics, political philosophy, aesthetics, philosophy of religion, and...

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5.0 (2046)
$39/hour
7,321 hours tutoring
Response time: 2 minutesNote that average response time is based on Seth’s active hours, which are 4:00 pm - 1:00 am UTC.

I normally teach for colleges, but have also developed and taught philosophy courses for high school academies. I have experience teaching and tutoring ethics, political philosophy, aesthetics, philosophy of religion, and...

Nashville, TN Tutoring
Peter K.
$200/hour

Experienced Philosophy Tutor

Experienced philosophy tutor with a focus on metaphysics, epistemology, and the history of philosophy. I’ve completed upper-level graduate coursework and simplify complex ideas with clear, relatable examples to help students...

5.0 (143)
$200/hour
363 hours tutoring
Response time: 3 minutesNote that average response time is based on Peter’s active hours, which are 7:00 pm - 7:00 am UTC.

Experienced philosophy tutor with a focus on metaphysics, epistemology, and the history of philosophy. I’ve completed upper-level graduate coursework and simplify complex ideas with clear, relatable examples to help students...

Vernon Hills, IL Tutoring
Jenny D.
$79/hour

BA in Philosophy from UW-Madison

I am a former philosophy major and a lifelong student of philosophy. As such, I have amassed valuable experience in philosophical writing (e.g., crafting valid arguments in standard form, writing standard essays in philosophy,...

4.9 (9)
$79/hour
79 hours tutoring

I am a former philosophy major and a lifelong student of philosophy. As such, I have amassed valuable experience in philosophical writing (e.g., crafting valid arguments in standard form, writing standard essays in philosophy,...

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