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Harvard / Yale grad with perfect SAT & ACT who coaches to top results
Christopher G.

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I mainly offer two services: test prep and college counseling.

TEST PREP: I obtained perfect scores on both the SAT and the ACT, as well as 99th percentile results on the PSAT, GRE, and LSAT. I aim to help students maximize their performance on test day through a combination of analytics, neuroscience, and psychology. My lesson plan is tailored for each student, and my approach is highly interactive. And the results speak for themselves; my students' score gains regularly triple or...

I mainly offer two services: test prep and college counseling.

TEST PREP: I obtained perfect scores on both the SAT and the ACT, as well as 99th percentile results on the PSAT, GRE, and LSAT. I aim to help students maximize their performance on test day through a combination of analytics, neuroscience, and psychology. My lesson plan is tailored for each student, and my approach is highly interactive. And the results speak for themselves; my students' score gains regularly triple or quadruple gains in Kaplan's expensive classroom courses.

I was a National AP Scholar in high school and provide AP test prep to the extent my work schedule allows. Because each AP test covers significant amounts of material, I generally only accept AP students currently or previously enrolled in the corresponding AP course. I recently have prepared students for the Physics, Chemistry, and U.S. Government exams. I obtained scores of "5" on each of those exams and the other five AP exams listed below.

COLLEGE COUNSELING: I formerly worked as an international education consultant and professor, which deeply familiarized me with what colleges seek in applicants. I bring that amassed knowledge to bear in my counseling sessions, where I help students brainstorm, structure their narrative, and polish their final applications to be candid and compelling. My students have gained admission to elite schools including Harvard, Stanford, Princeton, Johns Hopkins, and the University of Pennsylvania.

ADDENDUM: At Wyzant's suggestion, I here report some of my test results.

SAT: 1600
ACT: 36
PSAT/NMSQT: 231 (old scale, 99th percentile and National Merit Scholar)
GRE: 780V / 780M / 6.0 AWR
LSAT: 177

AP exams with top possible score ("5"):
(1) AP Calculus BC;
(2) AP Chemistry;
(3) AP European History;
(4) AP U.S. Government and Politics;
(5) AP Macroeconomics;
(6) AP Physics B (covering current AP Physics 1 and AP Physics 2);
(7) AP U.S. History; and
(8) AP English Language and Composition.

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Education

Dartmouth College (summa cum laude)
Government
Harvard University
Masters
Yale Law School
J.D.

Additional Languages

Spanish

Policies

  • Hourly Rate: $1,000
  • Rate details: I offer a 10% discount to first-generation college students. I additionally pass transportation savings through to my online students by deducting them from my in-person rate.
  • Lesson cancellation: 4 hours notice required

  • Background check passed on 11/18/2017

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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ACT Math

ACT Math

I earned a perfect 36 on both ACT tests I took in 2020. My students regularly see five or six times the average score gain of students in Kaplan and Princeton Review prep courses. My approach is tailored for each student and employs cutting-edge neuroscience to help build skills that a student will benefit from long after our tutoring sessions have come to an end. I look forward to sharing more details with you and learning about your goals!
Arabic

Arabic

I completed a summer Arabic fellowship in Tunisia with the U.S. Department of State. I subsequently completed a Fulbright and further Arabic training in Qatar.
Bible Studies

Bible Studies

I studied in seminary for three years, during which time I trained in Biblical text, history, philosophy, and theology. I can assist with Biblical studies in the original Greek and Hebrew, as well as in the Latin of the Vulgate.
College Counseling

College Counseling

I was a first-generation college student admitted to almost every Ivy League university. I graduated from Dartmouth with highest honors and the college's top thesis award before earning graduate degrees from Harvard and Yale. I have counseled extensively in college targeting, application tips, essay brainstorming and editing, admission interview preparation, and college study skills.
Econometrics

Econometrics

I completed two honors courses in calculus-based econometrics during graduate school at Harvard.
German

German

I studied abroad in Germany for 2.5 years with full language immersion.
Government & Politics

Government & Politics

I earned my college degree in government (summa cum laude) at Dartmouth and subsequently obtained a master's degree in public policy at Harvard. I have worked in all three branches of the federal government and prepare students for the AP U.S. Government and Politics exam.
GRE

GRE

I earned a 780 V / 780 M / 6.0 AWR on the old version of the GRE. I have helped a number of students prepare to do their best on the exam.
Greek

Greek

I completed the entire Greek curriculum in college with a 4.0 subject grade point average.
Hebrew

Hebrew

I completed the full college course for Biblical Hebrew at Dartmouth with a 4.0 subject grade point average. Note that I am not qualified to teach Modern Hebrew.
Law

Law

I graduated from the Yale Law School, where I was shortlisted for the school's top paper prize and was a law journal managing editor. I clerked for four federal judges after graduation and worked in a legal capacity for the White House and Pentagon. As an appellate litigator in Texas, I helped brief twelve cases before the U.S. Supreme Court and argued before the Fifth Circuit. In addition to helping students with their law school courses, I assist prospective students study for the LSAT. My most recent student obtained a 179 (out of 180) on the test, and my average student since 2022 has increased his or her score 23 points between the initial diagnostic test and test day.
LSAT

LSAT

My students have scored up to 179 on the LSAT, with an average reported gain between diagnostic test and exam of more than 22 points. My approach relies exclusively on official Prep Tests, is very empirical, and is tailored to each student. It requires a heavy investment of time and effort on targeted homework outside of scheduled sessions, but the results speak for themselves. I look forward to discussing your score goals and how we might work together to achieve them!
Photography

Photography

I am an international travel photographer with photo portfolios covering six continents (all except Antarctica). In the vein of photography theorists Susan Sonntag and Anne Leibovitz, I believe photography (when well done) can elevate us to now only ex ante respond to our experiences with emotional freshness but post hoc have ethical pertinence by moving hearts and minds. My technical approach focuses on the interplay and intentional use of color and light using natural light to the extent possible but sometimes using diffusers for portrait photography. My specialties are street and wildlife photography rather than studio photography or sports. To the extent a student wishes to learn the technical side of how to use particular cameras and equipment, I am heavily invested in top-line Sony mirrorless cameras and lenses: Sony a7RV and a7RII bodies and G-Master lenses.
PSAT

PSAT

In high school, I won a National Merit Scholarship based on my score from a PSAT that I took cold. I have helped numerous students prepare for the PSAT, SAT, and ACT exams, each of whom subsequently gained admission to his or her top-choice college.
Public Speaking

Public Speaking

I trained in rhetoric at Harvard and worked briefly on the speechwriting staff at the White House.
Religion

Religion

I was a Catholic seminarian for three years, and completed an undergraduate honors thesis at Dartmouth on Islam and Confucianism that won the college's top thesis award.
SAT Math

SAT Math

I obtained a perfect SAT score four times: in high school and then again all three times I took the test in 2020 and 2021. My students regularly see five or six times the average score gain of students in Kaplan and Princeton Review prep courses. Recent students have scored up to 1590 (out of 1600) on the test. My approach is tailored for each student and employs cutting-edge neuroscience to help build skills that a student will benefit from long after our tutoring sessions have come to an end. I look forward to sharing more details with you and learning about your goals!
SAT Reading

SAT Reading

I obtained a perfect SAT score four times: in high school and then again all three times I took the test in 2021. My students regularly see five or six times the average score gain of students in Kaplan and Princeton Review prep courses. My approach is tailored for each student and employs cutting-edge neuroscience to help build skills that a student will benefit from long after our tutoring sessions have come to an end. I look forward to sharing more details with you and learning about your goals!
ACT English
Algebra 1
Algebra 2
American History
Astronomy
English
European History
GED
Geography
Geometry
Grammar
Latin
Literature
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft PowerPoint
Proofreading
Social Studies
Spanish
Statistics
Study Skills
Vocabulary
World History
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Excellent, Thorough, Well Planned

Christopher tutored my son for the SATs. He was exceptionally thorough and intentional in his approach. He was able, through exercises and practice tests, to determine what areas my son needed to work on and then helped him with strategies to strengthen these areas. Christopher interacted well with my son, was professional and always on time. We highly recommend him!

Beth, 6 lessons with Christopher

Great Teacher

Christopher is a great teacher! He helped my son to get a perfect score on SAT math and a very high score in English. My kids love working with Chris!

Seema polackal, 4 lessons with Christopher

SAT help on short notice

As a parent we do our best to help our children. My son has been studying for his October SAT with much help provided with many ‘prep’ courses. He needed that extra help a few days prior to the test and I was flustered how can I find someone on such short notice who was academically prepared for such a task. I submitted request to some tutors on Wyzant and was denied as this was difficult due to the short time availability. I was pleased when Christopher "squeezed" my son into his busy schedule and I am happy to say my son was appreciative of the help he gave on some topics that he had trouble with. I am also a professional with a master’s degree unknown to Christopher. 😆 As I reviewed his interaction with my son I had to give five stars for his professionalism, his knowledge and patience throughout the lesson. I am especially grateful to him for accepting my son in such short notice. Thank you Chris and to all who are looking for help academically, I recommend Christopher.

L, 5 lessons with Christopher

Focused, Individualized

I am consistently impressed with the individualized work plan Christopher creates for my son each week. Christopher’s attention to detail as it relates to my son’s learning and shortcomings is impressive. BRAVO, Christopher! With much gratitude!

Cheri, 9 lessons with Christopher

Phenomenal Tutor

The guidance, structure, and vast in-depth knowledge Christopher provided strengthened my academic and mental approach to the GRE. I am truly grateful for him helping me especially on such short notice leading up to my test. Thank you!

Paul, 1 lesson with Christopher

Individualized approach

Chris customized the review based my son’s academic need and availability to meet the overall goal for the summer. My son enjoyed the pace and his approach. This is a challenging summer for my son with other activities taking up most of his time. I am glad that Chris is willing to work with him to individualize the review just for my son!

Yimei, 18 lessons with Christopher

Professional, kind, and experienced

Chris was very organized and on point in regards to helping my son with interviewing skills. I feel very confident in his ability to help my son be more prepared for college/scholarship interviews.

Mary, 3 lessons with Christopher

Assessing the student

N/A - diagnostic test session Following student diagnostic test, Chris provided a thorough analysis on my daughter’s strength and what needs improvement, as well as plan for the next sessions. All very helpful!

Eliza, 8 lessons with Christopher
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