GRE Prep

Welcome to my profile! With a Master of Science from the University of Cincinnati and extensive experience in data analytics and consulting at top firms like PwC, Deloitte, and KPMG, I bring a strategic approach to GRE preparation. My background as a Data Architect and Senior Analytics Associate has honed my analytical skills, which I leverage to help students excel in the quantitative and verbal sections of the GRE. I have a proven track record of guiding students to improve their scores and achieve their academic goals. Let's work together to create a personalized study plan that maximizes your potential and sets you on the path to success. Reach out to start your GRE journey with confidence!

I earned a perfect score on the GRE Verbal section and have a proven track record of helping applicants sharpen their reasoning, writing, and test-taking strategies. My background as a Bain consultant and HBS MBA trained me to break down complex problems into clear, actionable steps—an approach I bring to GRE prep. Beyond teaching tactics, I focus on building confidence and discipline so that students can consistently perform at their best on test day.

Whether you need help with quantitative reasoning or verbal skills, I'm here to guide you every step of the way. My score was able to get me admitted to both Harvard Business School and Stanford's Graduate School of Business. Let's connect and create a personalized plan to boost your GRE performance!

Welcome to my profile! With a rich background in all standardized tests, creative writing and communication arts, I bring a unique perspective to test preparation. As an experienced educator and writer, I have successfully coached over 2,000 students, helping them achieve target scores and gain admission to top schools with my writing coaching. My approach combines tailored curriculum development with strategic test preparation and application essay writing, ensuring that each client receives personalized guidance. Let's work together to craft a study plan that maximizes your strengths and addresses your challenges. Reach out today to start your journey towards academic success!

Clients preparing for the GRE are generally motivated and ready to work hard to attain their desired score. Where I come in as a coach is not only with subject matter knowledge, but the ability to help you focus your preparation and make the best use of your time. I'll also teach you strategies specific to the test—the way questions are worded and the way passages are structured can often give you important clues once you know what to look for. Furthermore, I have many years of experience as a classroom teacher and tutor, especially in math. I am able to draw on those other experiences to help GRE students by suggesting other resources to shore up particular areas that need work. Many of my GRE students have strengthened their mathematical problem-solving ability by going outside the bounds of GRE prep books; they were then able to apply these skills to the actual GRE.

Carl has taught, literally, thousands of students to succeed on the GRE, and thousands more the ACT, SAT, LSAT, and GMAT, over a career spanning over two decades in the test preparation world. Originally an academic, he holds advanced degrees from Yale, the University of Glasgow, and the University of Georgia, and since leaving academia he has taught, tutored, and written content for Magoosh, Kaplan, Harvard Prep, SuccessPrep, Parliament Tutors, Varsity Tutors, and many other companies, and has since founded his own company, Ivory Tower Tutoring. He was also, for many years, the chief writer for Barron''s GMAT product line.

A lover of English, reading, and writing, my interests were already tailor made to tutor the GRE exam. With ten plus years experience, I have a proven method to help students achieve their verbal goals and conquer the pressure of standardized tests.

Note: Due to high demand, I do not offer free intro calls or discounted sessions. Thank you for understanding. I didn't just walk in and get a perfect score. My first score was in the 50th percentile. I studied my way to 99th percentile, so it's definitely possible. I have a 99th percentile score on the GMAT, GRE, and SAT, and have taught for Manhattan Prep, Kaplan, and Target Test Prep. I don't just teach the content. I teach how to think. I have a Masters in Education from Harvard and have written a book on the mental approach to standardized tests.

I like to think myself as a cheerleader on your journey to unlocking your future. I come on board with the understand that this is one of the most important things you will do for your future, and I'm here to push you to reach your best. With over a decade of experience in test preparation, I have designed and delivered GRE programs for top organizations like Veritas Prep and Leverage Edu. As the former Head of Academics at Veritas Prep, I crafted comprehensive GMAT, GRE, and SAT curriculums that have helped students both domestically and internationally. With a 99%ile score, I have successfully coached over 5000 students, guiding them to improve their scores and gain admission to their dream schools. My approach is tailored to each individual's needs, ensuring that you not only achieve your target score but also build confidence in your test-taking abilities. Whether you're coming back to the books after a long time, reattempting the GRE, or just want access to the best prep (modesty aside!), I've got you covered.

I am a current Harvard Business School student who received admissions to 4 top-rated MBA programs and received $450k+ in merit-based scholarships. I took the GRE and would be thrilled to share the strategies I learned to nail the test. I support applicants across the Verbal, Quantitative, and Writing sections of the test with tried and true methods. Together, we can generate a game plan, work through time management, designate your problem strategies, and master practice sets.