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Los Angeles, CA
I took the MCAT exam in the summer of 2022 after completing my postbaccalaureate premedical course work in 11 months. I interviewed at 6 schools including, Harvard, UCLA, Yale, Dartmouth, Einstein, and SUNY Downstate. I have learned a lot...
I took the MCAT exam in the summer of 2022 after completing my postbaccalaureate premedical course work in 11 months. I interviewed at 6 schools including, Harvard, UCLA, Yale, Dartmouth, Einstein, and SUNY Downstate. I have learned a lot...

Los Angeles, CA
I have scored in the 97th percentile in my first attempt at the MCAT. With years of tutoring experience in chemistry, biology, physics, and psychology, I hope to use these skills to help other aspiring doctors crush the MCAT and get...
I have scored in the 97th percentile in my first attempt at the MCAT. With years of tutoring experience in chemistry, biology, physics, and psychology, I hope to use these skills to help other aspiring doctors crush the MCAT and get...

Los Angeles, CA
I earned a 518 on my only attempt of the MCAT (95th percentile, taken August 2023) with a 130 in CARS (98th percentile) and a 130 in Psych/Soc (93rd), and I work with students across all MCAT sections. I am a Yale graduate in...
I earned a 518 on my only attempt of the MCAT (95th percentile, taken August 2023) with a 130 in CARS (98th percentile) and a 130 in Psych/Soc (93rd), and I work with students across all MCAT sections. I am a Yale graduate in...
I had Sara as a tutor for my MCAT. I utilized her services within the last 2 weeks of my studying, and she helped me improve my score by 5 points in just 2 weeks. She gave me excellent strategies to improve my Psych/Soc score as w... - Madison, 5 lessons with Sara

Los Angeles, CA
I graduated from UC San Diego for both undergraduate and medical school. I scored in the 99th percentile on the MCAT. I scored 130 or higher across all 4 sections. I am now a resident physician in anesthesiology
I graduated from UC San Diego for both undergraduate and medical school. I scored in the 99th percentile on the MCAT. I scored 130 or higher across all 4 sections. I am now a resident physician in anesthesiology
Arya was amazingly helpful. He helped my son turn his rough draft into an organized and vibrant personal statement that he is really proud of. Arya even followed up by phone to give us more tips on applying to colleges. I plan to ... - DannyandYessica

Los Angeles, CA
The MCAT contains 4 sections: Physical Sciences, Verbal Reasoning, Biological Sciences and a Trial Section. The Verbal Reasoning section follows the Physical Sciences section after an optional 10 minute break. It lasts for 60 minutes for...
The MCAT contains 4 sections: Physical Sciences, Verbal Reasoning, Biological Sciences and a Trial Section. The Verbal Reasoning section follows the Physical Sciences section after an optional 10 minute break. It lasts for 60 minutes for...
Phoebe tutored me in verbal as well as quantitative. My score improved 6 points in the verbal section and 5 points in the quant section. She gives practice material as homework and then goes over it in depth with you during the se... - Jamie, 18 lessons with Phoebe

Los Angeles, CA
I am a 521 MCAT scorer (129/131/130/131) with extensive experience teaching biology, chemistry, psychology, and neuroscience. As a USC Teaching Assistant and private STEM tutor, I have helped students master complex...
I am a 521 MCAT scorer (129/131/130/131) with extensive experience teaching biology, chemistry, psychology, and neuroscience. As a USC Teaching Assistant and private STEM tutor, I have helped students master complex...

Los Angeles, CA
I enrolled in the 2024 MCAT administration and scored a 527 on my first attempt! I utilized Uworld, AAMC, and Kaplan materials to increase my score from my diagnostic and place within the 100th percentile. I specialize in developing...
I enrolled in the 2024 MCAT administration and scored a 527 on my first attempt! I utilized Uworld, AAMC, and Kaplan materials to increase my score from my diagnostic and place within the 100th percentile. I specialize in developing...
So I am a second-year transfer to a University and have limited experience with the MCAT, but Shail made our first session INCREDIBLY accommodating for me! He was very patient in breaking down the entire exam, materials that he an... - Bobo

Los Angeles, CA
I attended Claremont McKenna College and graduated with a degree in government and chemistry. I've worked as an organic chemistry teaching assistant and a substitute teacher. I scored in the 96th percentile of the MCAT, with all...
I attended Claremont McKenna College and graduated with a degree in government and chemistry. I've worked as an organic chemistry teaching assistant and a substitute teacher. I scored in the 96th percentile of the MCAT, with all...

Santa Monica, CA
Please note I ONLY tutor the VERBAL section of the MCAT. I began tutoring this section after a student approached me because of my GRE, LSAT and SAT background, even though I did not at the time have MCAT on my resume as a subject...
Please note I ONLY tutor the VERBAL section of the MCAT. I began tutoring this section after a student approached me because of my GRE, LSAT and SAT background, even though I did not at the time have MCAT on my resume as a subject...
Brooke has an amazing talent and worked with our high school student via skype and the results are just amazing. She helped him with pre calculus and next she is going to help him with AP history as well as college entrance essay... - Bill, 16 lessons with Brooke

Beverly Hills, CA
I have a Ph.D. in Physics and have tutored hundreds of MCAT applicants with their MCAT Physical section since 2011 and have helped them go to medical schools across the country. I also have taken the actual MCAT two times...
I have a Ph.D. in Physics and have tutored hundreds of MCAT applicants with their MCAT Physical section since 2011 and have helped them go to medical schools across the country. I also have taken the actual MCAT two times...
Nazanin is a truly gifted teacher. Physics has always been a subject I struggle with but after just one session with Nazanin, I had a deeper understanding of basic concepts and a more positive outlook. She is not only brilliant an... - Catherine, 3 lessons with Nazanin

Los Angeles, CA
As an MD physician who scored 100th percentile on the MCAT and an experienced tutor, I have helped students increase their scores by up to 15 points. By sharing techniques that have helped me also excel in medical board exams (99th...
As an MD physician who scored 100th percentile on the MCAT and an experienced tutor, I have helped students increase their scores by up to 15 points. By sharing techniques that have helped me also excel in medical board exams (99th...
I am so happy I found Terri on here! Terri is positive, friendly and a great motivator! She has such a vast knowledge of how to study for the MCAT and the best materials to use to study and succeed. She is very thorough with her e... - Wangui, 6 lessons with Terri

Van Nuys, CA
Furthermore, I have tutored Organic Chemistry for over 3 years and can offer unique insight into how to tackle the physical sciences section of the MCAT.
Furthermore, I have tutored Organic Chemistry for over 3 years and can offer unique insight into how to tackle the physical sciences section of the MCAT.
I have a test this upcoming Monday for Ochem 1. David was extremely calm and helpful in explaining alkene/alkyne mechanisms to me. He was also quick to respond and was able to tutor me that same day. 10/10 would be tutored by him ... - Niki

Los Angeles, CA
We have worked with graduate students including UCI (University of California Irvine). Biology graduate majors (2013/2014) excel in their MCAT for medical school, with a focus on physics content and verbal reasoning content. On physics...
We have worked with graduate students including UCI (University of California Irvine). Biology graduate majors (2013/2014) excel in their MCAT for medical school, with a focus on physics content and verbal reasoning content. On physics...
Paul is an excellent tutor. He is very knowledgeable, clear, and patient to make sure the student understands the process and concept. So happy we found him!! - Lilan, 10 lessons with Paul

I scored a 132 on CARS and a 518 on the MCAT. I spent months developing and refining my CARS strategy during my own prep, and have since helped students from the MCAT community work through the section's unique reading and...
I scored a 132 on CARS and a 518 on the MCAT. I spent months developing and refining my CARS strategy during my own prep, and have since helped students from the MCAT community work through the section's unique reading and...
Austen is not only an incredible tutor but he is very organized and attentive and he caters each session to your own needs. He is truly a master at the CARS section and was able to expand and improve my comprehension in such a sho... - Tatiana, 6 lessons with Austen

I scored 527/528 (C/P: 132/132; B/B: 132/132; CARS: 131/132; P/S: 132/132), a 100th percentile score, on the MCAT in January 2023. I also recently graduated from Harvard summa cum laude in...
I scored 527/528 (C/P: 132/132; B/B: 132/132; CARS: 131/132; P/S: 132/132), a 100th percentile score, on the MCAT in January 2023. I also recently graduated from Harvard summa cum laude in...
I am deeply grateful to Alexander–he is an amazing MCAT tutor! The study system he made was simple but effective with clear benchmarks and strategies. Not only is he good at guiding you through the big-picture of your MCAT goals i... - Arwa, 13 lessons with Alexander

I improved my MCAT performance from a 501 to a 523 across AAMC full-length practice exams, including raising my CARS score from 125 to 131 through targeted strategy work. I am deeply familiar with all official AAMC materials and have...
I improved my MCAT performance from a 501 to a 523 across AAMC full-length practice exams, including raising my CARS score from 125 to 131 through targeted strategy work. I am deeply familiar with all official AAMC materials and have...

I earned a 525 composite score on the MCAT, highlighted by perfect 132 scores in both CARS and Psych/Soc. My tutoring approach moves beyond simple memorization to focus on 'test logic,' helping students deconstruct complex...
I earned a 525 composite score on the MCAT, highlighted by perfect 132 scores in both CARS and Psych/Soc. My tutoring approach moves beyond simple memorization to focus on 'test logic,' helping students deconstruct complex...
If you're looking for a MCAT tutor, I would 100% recommend David! 1) Caring I'm on a rushed timeline for the MCAT, which can make the test feel even more daunting and stressful than it already is. Even with limited time, David... - Julie, 2 lessons with David

I have a strong footing in the sciences with an undergrad in chemical and biological engineering and a master's in biomedical engineering. I have been coaching MCAT for just over a year and have coached college-level sciences for four...
I have a strong footing in the sciences with an undergrad in chemical and biological engineering and a master's in biomedical engineering. I have been coaching MCAT for just over a year and have coached college-level sciences for four...
William tutored me from the start of my MCAT studying and created a study plan tailored to my strengths and weaknesses. In each of our lessons, he answered any questions I had and highlighted topics of particular importance for th... - Katie, 22 lessons with William

I self-studied for the MCAT and scored 525. It took me a very long time to learn how to begin studying for the MCAT, and I hope to pass along all of the information and expertise to others. I understand how stressful this process is,...
I self-studied for the MCAT and scored 525. It took me a very long time to learn how to begin studying for the MCAT, and I hope to pass along all of the information and expertise to others. I understand how stressful this process is,...
Nathan B. is very patient, and it’s clear he enjoys tutoring. He explains concepts in different ways to meet you at your level of understanding and pays close attention to your thought process, helping you focus on what the questi... - Najma, 4 lessons with Nathan

...Foundations, and 91st percentile in Chemical and Physical Foundations. I specialize in helping students master high-yield MCAT science concepts and understand how they are tested in passage-based questions. My approach focuses on breaking down complex...
...Foundations, and 91st percentile in Chemical and Physical Foundations. I specialize in helping students master high-yield MCAT science concepts and understand how they are tested in passage-based questions. My approach focuses on breaking down complex...
I have really enjoyed my sessions with Lou. She has a strong foundation in the sciences and asks thoughtful questions that challenge my understanding. Through our sessions, I have learned MCAT content, test-taking strategies, and ... - Nora, 9 lessons with Lou

I am a recent MCAT tester (April 2026). I received a 522, or 99th percentile for my test. My score breakdown consists of: Chemistry/Physics: 132/132. CARS: 129/132. Biology/Biochemistry: 130/132....
I am a recent MCAT tester (April 2026). I received a 522, or 99th percentile for my test. My score breakdown consists of: Chemistry/Physics: 132/132. CARS: 129/132. Biology/Biochemistry: 130/132....
I'm on a bit of a time crunch, and Essence was totally fine with it. She didn't dismiss my goals and wholeheartedly accepted them so we could work out a plan. In one session, I went from accepting defeat about my MCAT score possib... - J, 2 lessons with Essence

I took the MCAT on 3/7/26 and scored 525 . I scored 132 in Chemistry/Physics (100th percentile), 130 CARS (98th percentile), 131 Biology/Biochemistry (99th percentile), and 132 in Psychology/Sociology (100th...
I took the MCAT on 3/7/26 and scored 525 . I scored 132 in Chemistry/Physics (100th percentile), 130 CARS (98th percentile), 131 Biology/Biochemistry (99th percentile), and 132 in Psychology/Sociology (100th...
I cannot recommend him enough! This was my third time taking the MCAT, and I was feeling incredibly stuck in a plateau. As a full-time, nontraditional student who was very far removed from the content, I was honestly struggling to... - Christiana, 9 lessons with Joel

I was able to score a 521 on the MCAT, which places me among the top 2% of all test takers, a score that is common among students attending the best medical schools in the world. Due to my varied tutoring experience as a 1 on 1 tutor and a...
I was able to score a 521 on the MCAT, which places me among the top 2% of all test takers, a score that is common among students attending the best medical schools in the world. Due to my varied tutoring experience as a 1 on 1 tutor and a...

***JUNE 2026 UPDATE: I am currently not accepting any more students for Summer 2026 for the MCAT. My profile is still active because I am focused on helping with medical school applications and still accepting requests for help with essay...
***JUNE 2026 UPDATE: I am currently not accepting any more students for Summer 2026 for the MCAT. My profile is still active because I am focused on helping with medical school applications and still accepting requests for help with essay...
Doris is truly doing God’s work. I worked closely with her for over a year, and together we went through the entire medical school application journey. From helping me boost my CARS score and achieve an MCAT score I am genuinely p... - Kashvi, 65 lessons with Doris

I am passionate about helping people prepare for and excel on the MCAT. After being a high school teacher for 7 years, I took the MCAT and scored in the 98th percentile. While studying, I had a hard time as improvement was slow....
I am passionate about helping people prepare for and excel on the MCAT. After being a high school teacher for 7 years, I took the MCAT and scored in the 98th percentile. While studying, I had a hard time as improvement was slow....
Before I started working with Aric, I felt stuck in my preparation and struggled to see meaningful improvements in my score. From the very beginning of working together, Aric took the time to identify my weaknesses, develop a pers... - Reid, 52 lessons with Aric
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