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UChicago PhD for SAT/ACT Language Arts & College Essay
Ben H.

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I'm an experienced test prep tutor with a passion for helping my students reach the highest level of their potential.

My past students have attended some of the country's most prestigious colleges and universities, including Princeton, Columbia, the University of Chicago, Brown, NYU, and Northwestern, and have held positions at companies including Microsoft, Arthur Anderson, Amazon, and the US State Department.

SAT/ACT/GRE/GMAT PREP for ENGLISH/ESSAY Sections

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I'm an experienced test prep tutor with a passion for helping my students reach the highest level of their potential.

My past students have attended some of the country's most prestigious colleges and universities, including Princeton, Columbia, the University of Chicago, Brown, NYU, and Northwestern, and have held positions at companies including Microsoft, Arthur Anderson, Amazon, and the US State Department.

SAT/ACT/GRE/GMAT PREP for ENGLISH/ESSAY Sections

I have more than seven years' experience as a private test prep tutor. My approach synthesizes the most trusted methods on the market and tailors them to the unique needs of each student. An initial diagnostic pinpoints exactly were we should invest the most time for the biggest gains as we work to close gaps in knowledge, increase speed and accuracy, and promote optimal study habits.

WRITING

I have more than five years' experience teaching Academic and Professional Writing to undergraduate and graduate students at the University of Chicago. In addition, I've helped dozens of private students and professionals with writing projects including admissions essays, cover letters, dissertations, and even informal emails. With each client, I employ straightforward techniques that help to break open the "mystery" of effective writing and enhance the impact and clarity of their project.

When I'm not teaching, I'm a pianist, conductor, composer, and proud uncle (x4). I've worked on Broadway, I've toured across the US, Canada, and Japan, and I've had my compositions performed by two Grammy-Award-winning ensembles. I'm also an avid traveler, hiker, reader, and photographer, and feel very lucky that my tutoring work continues to motivate students in the disciplines that have been such a big part of my life.

Please don't hesitate to contact me with any questions, or just to talk further before setting up an appointment. I look forward to hearing from you!

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Ithaca College
Music Composition
University of Chicago
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ACT English

ACT English

After teaching Academic and Professional writing to both Undergraduate and Graduate students, I began tutoring students for the English sections of the ACT. My approach begins with a diagnostic exam that tells us exactly where to invest the most time and how to maximize your child's results from our first meeting. I offer a free consultation to pinpoint your goals and understand your timeline so we can customize a game plan that positions your child for success.
ACT Reading

ACT Reading

8+ years of experience teaching standardized test prep, including SAT/ACT, ISEE/SSAT language arts. My students regularly increase their ACT scores by 8 points or greater, and I've coached my Digital SAT students to gains as high as 180 points in language arts.
Composition (Music)

Composition (Music)

I began composing music informally at age 12, and hold both a Bachelor's degree and a Ph.D. in Music Composition. My works have been performed internationally, on two continents, and by two Grammy-Award-winning ensembles. I have been awarded the Jacob K Javits Fellowship and the University of Chicago's Whiting Dissertation Fellowship largely on the strength of my compositions.
Proofreading

Proofreading

I hold a Ph.D. from the University of Chicago, and have 5+ years of teaching Academic and Professional Writing. I also have extensive editing and proofreading of hundreds of admissions essays, research papers, dissertations, and business proposals. My tutoring focuses on straightforward, powerful techniques that elevate the impact and value of your work.
PSAT

PSAT

After teaching Academic and Professional writing to both Undergraduate and Graduate students, I began tutoring students for the English sections of the PSAT. My approach begins with a diagnostic exam that tells us exactly where to invest the most time and how to maximize your child's results from our first meeting. I offer a free consultation to pinpoint your goals and understand your timeline so we can customize a game plan that positions your child for success.
SAT Reading

SAT Reading

After teaching Academic and Professional writing to both Undergraduate and Graduate students, I began tutoring students for the English sections of the SAT. My approach begins with a diagnostic exam that tells us exactly where to invest the most time and how to maximize your child's results from our first meeting. I offer a free consultation to pinpoint your goals and understand your timeline so we can customize a game plan that positions your child for success.
Writing

Writing

- PhD, University of Chicago - 5+ years teaching writing at the University level to undergraduates, graduates, and graduate business students - Research Papers, Admissions Essays, Presentations, Dissertations
Music Theory
SAT Writing
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Highly competent, warm and inspiring

Ben was very methodical and warm during our pre-lesson zoom chat. He listen patiently to my son Max' goals for SAT and college prep. Max has totally enjoyed his first lesson with Ben, finding him clear in analysis and advice, well-structured in teaching, yet very easy to get along with. We are more than happy to have found Ben. Highly recommend!

Haiyin, 30 lessons with Ben

Helped me tackle GRE verbal in a digestible way!!

Prior to working with Ben, I had no experience with the GRE and really had no idea where to start. The verbal section can be very intimidating! Ben did a great job of learning my weakness areas and creating a thoughtful study plan to strengthen those weak spots. I also found our sessions to be productive. I felt like he always made an effort to review practice problems, question types, etc. that I communicated I wanted to dig deeper on. If you are looking for a tutor that is patient, thoughtful, and really goes the extra mile to prepare you for the exam...Ben is your guy!

Krystal, 9 lessons with Ben

Knowledgeable and patient tutor

I learned critical writing skills and organizational tools. Ben is a very clear thinker and is excellent at helping me with my writing. His extensive vocabulary and facility with grammar make him a wonderful teacher!

Penelope, 28 lessons with Ben
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