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Award-Winning SAT Tutor with Proven Results
John N.

5.0 (35 ratings)

55 hours tutoring

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Hourly Rate: $100
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For over 10 years, I've guided students nationwide to SAT score increases of 150-410 points, helping them land merit scholarships (Goldwater, Fulbright, National Merit, Presidential) and admission to schools like Columbia, UPenn, USC, and Rutgers. Beyond this, I've helped students identify undiagnosed learning differences (ADD/ADHD, dyscalculia, ASD) and successfully advocate for testing accommodations that leveled the playing field.

I've worked with AP students, student athletes,...

For over 10 years, I've guided students nationwide to SAT score increases of 150-410 points, helping them land merit scholarships (Goldwater, Fulbright, National Merit, Presidential) and admission to schools like Columbia, UPenn, USC, and Rutgers. Beyond this, I've helped students identify undiagnosed learning differences (ADD/ADHD, dyscalculia, ASD) and successfully advocate for testing accommodations that leveled the playing field.

I've worked with AP students, student athletes, first-generation college applicants, anxious test-takers, and learners across every style and background. Students trust me because I see the whole person, not just a score.

My approach starts with a free strengths-based assessment where I map your learning style and motivations. I use this data and my intuition to build you a plan to get your results.

From there, I teach you to think like the test-makers:
* Question teardowns - understand what's being asked, how it's structured, and common answer traps
* Pattern recognition - spot your recurring mistakes and eliminate them systematically
* Critical thinking - skills that work across disciplines and beyond the SAT

I frame your learning in systems, analyze how you respond, and cheer you on every step of the way. You'll understand the underlying logic, learn about yourself, and gain new confidence in your own skills.

Background
I graduated Magna Cum Laude in Computer Science on a full-tuition merit scholarship (SAT: 1510, 99th percentile, AP Scholar with Distinction, $150K+ in scholarships). Today, I’m a technical product manager and software engineer, where I use the same strategic problem-solving to break down test concepts.

I love mentoring and have maintained consistent 5-star ratings across platforms. In 2020, after being recognized as a Top Tutor (top 6% nationally), I left the corporate test prep industry when I realized their one-size-fits-all methods don't work and I wanted I build something better.

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Education

The University of Texas at Dallas
Computer Science

Policies

  • Hourly Rate: $100
  • Rate details: I also teach small groups for discount. Contact me for special pricing.
  • Lesson cancellation: 24 hours notice required

  • Background check passed on 2/22/2020

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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Computer Programming

Computer Programming

John Nguyen is an award-winning computer science tutor with 6 years of teaching experience, empowering students nationwide with a love of learning from all backgrounds including gifted, ADD/ADHD, dyslexia, and learning disabilities. Beyond the classroom, John is a software engineer, having worked at Fortune 500 companies and conducted research at top institutions such as Rice University and UT Southwestern Medical Center, earning him 1st Place and Most Innovative awards at hackathons. In the past, John was an exam tutor for high school students, where he coached the SAT and helped students to raise scores by 140-340 points. His former students went on to become National Merit Finalists and gain admission into Columbia University, University of Southern California, Rutgers University and receive full ride scholarships to the University of Alabama. John graduated magna cum laude with his Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from The University of Texas at Dallas, where he was awarded a full ride scholarship. He serves as an advisor for the UTD Out in Tech Chapter, where he oversees a 1-1 mentorship program with Samsung Electronics America for marginalized students entering the tech industry.
General Computer

General Computer

With near 10 years of experience teaching, I have helped students nationwide access their computer and gain confidence in using their devices. I help with introductory computer support, such as Gmail, Google, Microsoft Office, to intermediate topics like computer hardware and software, and to advanced concepts such as computer language, algorithms, and coding. I charge on a sliding scale based on student need and amount of preparation necessary. Contact me to learn more!
Homeschool

Homeschool

I have taught for 10 years students from all backgrounds, many of which are homeschooled, so I understand the needs of homeschool students to have an education that is enriching and thorough.
Microsoft Access

Microsoft Access

With nearly 10 years of experience teaching, I have helped students nationwide access their computer and gain confidence in using their devices. I help with introductory computer support, such as Gmail, Google, Microsoft Office, to intermediate topics like computer hardware and software, and to advanced concepts such as computer language, algorithms, and coding. I charge on a sliding scale based on student need and amount of preparation necessary. Contact me to learn more!
PSAT

PSAT

My SAT was a 1510 (99th percentile; 790 Math and 720 Reading) with a 23/24 on my Essay. With over 4 years of teaching experience, my top students have all raised their scores up by 300 points and I've had dozens of raving reviews.
Python

Python

John Nguyen is an award-winning computer science tutor with 6 years of teaching experience, empowering students nationwide with a love of learning from all backgrounds including gifted, ADD/ADHD, dyslexia, and learning disabilities. Beyond the classroom, John is a software engineer, having worked at Fortune 500 companies and conducted research at top institutions such as Rice University and UT Southwestern Medical Center, earning him 1st Place and Most Innovative awards at hackathons. In the past, John was an exam tutor for high school students, where he coached the SAT and helped students to raise scores by 140-340 points. His former students went on to become National Merit Finalists and gain admission into Columbia University, University of Southern California, Rutgers University and receive full ride scholarships to the University of Alabama. John graduated magna cum laude with his Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from The University of Texas at Dallas, where he was awarded a full ride scholarship. He serves as an advisor for the UTD Out in Tech Chapter, where he oversees a 1-1 mentorship program with Samsung Electronics America for marginalized students entering the tech industry.
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Knowledgeable Tutor

John filled in the gaps of what I didn't understand; he covered Python concepts such as regex, methods, and class instances. We also debugged the code together to make sure the code worked.

Ernesto, 1 lesson with John

Knowledgeable and Caring tutor.

John was very thorough and took careful measures in providing me with great support. he is always on time, has a low charge, and puts in an abundance of effort. If you are looking for help, John is a great fit.

sarah, 1 lesson with John

Knowledgeable tutor

John helped me review Grammar tips in SAT that were very helpful. He also helped me learn how to understand how to answer certain questions that I had trouble with. I look forward to taking more lessons with him.

Arathi, 13 lessons with John
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