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Every individual requires a specific approach to ace the MCAT—I am here to help you find yours. As a Gates-Cambridge Scholar and an incoming MD candidate at Columbia University, I bring a strong academic background and a passion for helping others succeed. My specialties lie within the Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems (scoring in the 99th percentile), the Psychological, Social, and Biological Foundations of Behavior (scoring in the 93rd percentile), and the Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems (scoring in the 90th percentile). I am committed to helping you excel in your MCAT preparation and achieve your medical school dreams. Whether you require help with developing an effective MCAT schedule, learning test-taking strategies, connection to personalized resources, or anything else, I am here to personally help you navigate your path to achieving your dream MCAT score. I am excited to work with you!

Over the last five years, I've developed a toolkit to fundamentally change the way many students approach the MCAT. A reasoning test first and foremost, I've built on my foundational teaching skills to help students not only meet their goals, but often exceed them. Going through the premed process can be arduous and anxiety-provoking, and preparing for a high-stakes examination like the MCAT is no exception. I've honed in on skills fostered through years of working as a mentor and teacher with the CURB Peer Mentorship Program, teaching in local K-12 high schools in Ithaca through 21st Century & REACH and conducting in-person and online MCAT tutoring with both Yale and Cornell undergrads. Now, having adapted a course full of materials, strategies, and resources to guide my students, I'm excited to use Leland's platform to share my insights and strategies to the next generation of future physicians. I scored in the 99th percentile in the MCAT, but what sets me apart is my motivation to adapt and invest in the needs of every one of my students. From personalized Anki decks for each AAMC content outline, to unique, integrative protocols to optimize students’ approaches to each MCAT section, I strive to go above and beyond as a resource for my students. The students I’ve worked with over the years, regardless of their starting point and timeline, have gone on to score in the 90th percentile and above on average. Be it acing your first attempt, trying to show improvement on a subsequent attempt, or even after your MCAT to garner application process advice, know that I’m prepared for, and committed to, helping you reach your goals.

As a Stanford University student with a background in biology, I bring a strong foundation in the sciences to my MCAT coaching. My experience as a mentor with organizations like Teach For America and Curious Cardinals has honed my ability to guide students through challenging academic landscapes. I've previously successfully coached students during my time in high school, helping them improve their SAT/ACT/AP scores and gain confidence in their test-taking abilities. I scored in the 99th percentile on the MCAT, taking it after my sophomore year of college, and I know firsthand what it takes to master this exam efficiently and strategically. My approach focuses on building a deep understanding of the concepts behind the questions—not just memorization—so that students can think like the test makers and feel confident on test day. Having gone through the process early in college, I’ve developed targeted strategies for balancing content review, practice, and mental stamina that work even with a busy schedule. I’m passionate about helping each student reach their full potential and approach the MCAT with clarity, confidence, and a plan that works. Let's work together to achieve your MCAT goals and open the door to your medical school dreams!

Welcome to my profile! As an MD-PhD candidate at Weill Cornell Medical College, I bring a deep understanding of the medical school admissions process, having served on the admissions committees at both Weill Cornell and the University of Southern California. My academic journey, marked by graduating Magna Cum Laude in Health and Human Sciences, has equipped me with the skills to excel in standardized testing, including the MCAT. With research experience at prestigious institutions like the National Institutes of Health and UCLA Health, I have a strong foundation in the sciences that I leverage to help students improve their MCAT scores. In addition, I am mentored by a committee member who helped rewrite the MCAT! Whether you're aiming for a top-tier medical school or looking to boost your score, I'm here to guide you every step of the way. Let's connect and create a personalized plan to achieve your goals!

As an experienced MCAT Master Tutor with over a decade of tutoring experience overall and 1000+ hours in medical school tutoring, I have a proven track record of helping students excel in their MCAT preparation. With a strong academic background in cognitive science from Johns Hopkins University and a medical degree from Washington University in St. Louis, along with a 99th percentile MCAT score, I provide clear, personalized tutoring and mentorship to my students. I specialize in developing comprehensive study plans and reviewing exam content to ensure my students are fully prepared for all sections of the MCAT. I am also a former MD Admissions Reviewer and Pre-Health Advisor, and I've helped numerous students excel in their exams and secure spots at top medical schools. Let's work together to achieve your target score and strengthen your medical school application. Reach out to start your journey to success!

My journey to a 524 was complicated, with many twists and turns in the road as I learned the study strategy that worked best for me. After my own experience, I developed my tutoring strategy so that others might reach (or exceed!) their target score with a plan tailored to their learning preferences and habits. Navigating the many MCAT resources out there is complicated to say the least, and it is my hope that I can help you tailor your study strategy to maximize the impact of your efforts.

Scored a 40 (99th percentile) on the MCAT in 2008 (dang, I'm getting old) and subsequently coached for Kaplan professionally during med school and later on an ad hoc basis for individual clients. My approach to the MCAT is highly personalized and focused on test taking strategy. We will spend more time on HOW to prepare (what should you be doing each day) and HOW to take the test (what is the strategy when you actually sit down on test day). Focused content review is an option for topics sitting at the intersection of particularly problematic for the applicant and highly represented on the exam.

I’m the founder of IvyTutoring, a Harvard University graduate, and a White Coat Award recipient. I’ve helped thousands of students succeed on high-stakes exams, including the MCAT, across several thousand hours of direct instruction, curriculum design, and large-scale educational content. My MCAT coaching focuses on first-principles reasoning, passage strategy, and test-maker psychology—not brute memorization. I specialize in helping students translate content knowledge into points by recognizing patterns, avoiding common traps, and executing efficiently under time pressure. This approach is especially effective for students plateaued in the mid-range who need structural changes rather than “more studying.” I’ve built systems at scale through IvyTutoring, teaching students how to think the way the MCAT is written rather than chasing endless resources. The result is faster score movement with less wasted effort. If you want MCAT coaching from someone who has taught at volume, understands where students systematically lose points, and prioritizes strategy over noise, this is a strong fit.

Welcome to my profile! I’m a current student at the University of Washington and a Rhodes Scholar-elect, and I bring a fresh, highly practical perspective on what it takes to do well on the MCAT. I scored a 526, and I’ve coached students through the full prep process, from building a realistic schedule to tightening test-day strategy and improving passage-based reasoning. My approach is personalized to your starting point. We will identify your strengths and weak spots, build a study plan you can actually sustain, and focus on the habits that translate into points. That includes targeted practice, a clear review system so mistakes do not repeat, and section-specific strategy for CARS and the science passages. Whether you are aiming for a top score or you just need structure and accountability, I’m here to support you step by step. If cost is a barrier, please reach out. I’m happy to discuss financial assistance options.

On the March 12th, 2022 MCAT, I scored 524/528, a 100th percentile score. I got 132/132 on Critical Analysis and Reasoning (CARS), 132/132 on Biology and Biochemistry (BB), 130/132 on CP (Chemistry and Physics), and 130/132 on Psychology and Sociology (PS). I studied for 6 months using Kaplan books, UWorld, third party full-length exams, and AAMC full-length exams. My AAMC FL average was 523/528. As a tutor for over eight years, I have extensive experience mentoring and teaching students of all ages and levels. Instead of making students memorize formulas and plug-and-chug to get answers, I encourage them to understand the principles and strategies behind each problem. My favorite teaching moment is helping students create their own examples and analogies to achieve that "eureka" moment when everything clicks.