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UCLA Top-scorer -- Relatable, Reliable, Experienced STEM Tutor
Alyssa N.

347 hours tutoring

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Hourly Rate: $150
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About Alyssa


Bio

Though still relatively new to the site, I am anything but new to tutoring. I am a 4.0 UCLA pre-med grad (for my second degree) and a Brighter Futures Scholar from New College for my initial degree in English. I am a 98-99th percentile scorer on the MCAT, SAT and ACT.
I never advertise myself as a student's academic superior or 2-dimensional lecturer. I want working with me to be relieving and collaborative, not intimidating. I pride myself on personalizing each and every lesson, which is...

Though still relatively new to the site, I am anything but new to tutoring. I am a 4.0 UCLA pre-med grad (for my second degree) and a Brighter Futures Scholar from New College for my initial degree in English. I am a 98-99th percentile scorer on the MCAT, SAT and ACT.
I never advertise myself as a student's academic superior or 2-dimensional lecturer. I want working with me to be relieving and collaborative, not intimidating. I pride myself on personalizing each and every lesson, which is why I will request class materials in advance. I also am proud to say that my academic relationships with students often continue throughout their high-school or college years.
I have been a full-time educator for over 4 years as well as a TA during my college years. My experience regularly secures my students at least a one to two letter grade of improvement, not to mention a deeper enjoyment of the subject matter.
Please reach out with any scheduling or pricing questions. I'd love to be of service!


Education

UCLA
Pre-med

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Approved Subjects

College Counseling

College Counseling

I have had the privilege of working with prestigious firms like Hello College and Upward Path, where I offer personalized college counseling to students. As a NACAC-certified professional (National Association for College Admission Counseling), I guide students through the entire admissions process, from school and extracurricular selection to financial aid and essay development. I also provide thorough interview preparation to ensure they present their best selves. My goal is to empower students by giving them the tools they need to succeed at every stage of the journey.
Essay Writing

Essay Writing

As an admissions essay coach, I have worked with top educational agencies, including College Essay Guy, Hello College, and Upward Path, helping countless undergraduate and graduate students craft compelling narratives that resonate with admissions committees. My clients have secured spots in prestigious programs such as the MD/PhD at Duke, the MBA at Harvard, and Engineering at Vanderbilt—even when their stats were below school averages—because their stories were so powerfully authentic. From personal statements to supplementary and secondary essays, I guide students in developing responses that not only align with the prompt but also showcase their unique voice and unforgettable journey. My goal is to ensure every essay reflects the student's true character while standing out in the competitive admissions landscape.
MCAT

MCAT

I am a 98-99th percentile scorer on the MCAT. I have been teaching the MCAT full-time for over 4 years now. After several offers from test-prep companies, I decided to tutor solo and have loved every minute of it. When working together, I provide students not only with ample study documents I have created, but also free access to vital study sites.
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT Reading
ACT Science
Algebra 1
Algebra 2
Biochemistry
Biology
Chemistry
Elementary Science
GED
Physics
Prealgebra
Proofreading
PSAT
SAT Math

Examples of Expertise


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Excellent MCAT CARS Tutor

I had a wonderful time working with Alyssa! She provided me with a clear strategy that worked and left me feeling confident on MCAT test day. She helped me practice applying the strategy, encouraged me when I was unsure, and gave me excellent study tips and resources. I really recommend Alyssa for anyone who is looking to improve their CARS score by multiple points in a short period of time. She made that happen for me!

Silpa, 3 lessons with Alyssa

Awesome CARS help!

She helped me understand strategies to mastering CARS passages on the MCAT! Very patient and relatable, her energy made the session enjoyable and informational.

Stephanie, 1 lesson with Alyssa

Organic chemistry tutor

Alyssa has been a life savor as my daughter’s organic chemistry tutor. We are grateful to have found her and will be using her for the remainder of our daughter’s time at college.

Jillian, 12 lessons with Alyssa

knowledgeable and to the point

I have loved working with Alyssa! She’s the guidance I’ve been looking for. Originally I just wanted her help with my personal statement to medical school. When I found out all the knowledge she had about the entire process of getting into medical school I knew she was the person to ask for help. I am so glad I did, she is a 10/10 tutor!

Logan , 3 lessons with Alyssa

excellent tutor

Great tutor, highly recommend! Very efficient - doesn't mess around. We look forward to working with Alyssa again soon.

Linda, 2 lessons with Alyssa

AMAZING MCAT TUTOR

I originally came to Aly for physics but I didn't realize she is a master in all trades and has now helped me in all 4 subjects of the MCAT. She's super relatable, makes concepts phenomenally easy to understand, knows what she's doing, and is willing to meet you where you are. I've learned everything from fundamentals to test taking tips! I used to be scared to approach bio/biochem passages on the MCAT and Aly has made me confidence in my abilities and excited to do practice problems. One of the most relatable people I've met on Wyzant! I cannot recommend her enough!

Bhavya, 4 lessons with Alyssa

Fantastic Attitude, Genuine and Beyond Qualified

I never write reviews. Not sure why, I guess I’m just never moved to do so. Alyssa brought a unique perspective to our session. Other tutors we’ve used have always seemed to view it as a side hustle. Her focus on the MCAT and the elements of it are all she does. And it shows. I’m truly impressed by her preparation and commitment. I almost want to thank her taking the MCAT twice and not going to Med school.

Howie, 1 lesson with Alyssa

Excellent Tutor, very knowledgable!

Alyssa is an excellent tutor and definitely knows a lot about the MCAT. During our first lesson, we focused specifically on stoichiometry, periodic table trends, and the significance of subatomic particles. She even assigned some homework before our next lesson and gave me guidance on how to study for the MCAT. She also has first-hand knowledge and experience with the MCAT, which I found to be very helpful as well. I am looking forward to our next lesson!

Shawn, 1 lesson with Alyssa
Hourly Rate: $150
Response time: 2 hours
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