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I'm an experienced GRE tutor who has tutored hundreds of students over the past eight years. My clients have been admitted to Harvard, Yale, MIT, Cornell, and more. I have a 99th-percentile score on the GRE (335), as well as a 98th-percentile score on the GMAT. My approach is straightforward, kind, and effective. We'll spend our time on the skills you need to build to succeed, and I'll always be honest with you about your progress. I'm happy to provide comprehensive instruction on the entire exam, occasional help for self-study, or anything in between.

My intuitive, common-sense approach to the GRE has helped numerous students score 320+ since 2012. I emphasize comprehension rather than memorization: Instead of just giving you rules to remember, I help you figure out why they work. There's no magic formula that makes the GRE easy, but with my techniques, it won't feel too hard. A good GRE tutor should meet students where they are, and I always strive to do this. If you know a concept but struggle to apply it to certain tricky problems, I can help you with that. Alternatively, if you need something explained from the ground up, I can help with that too. I am flexible enough to work within your mental framework, rather than imposing something completely unfamiliar. My goal is to find explanations and methods that work for you, even if they aren’t entirely standard. I'll make sure to warn you if you're heading in a wrong direction, but for the most part I view GRE tutoring as an opportunity to help you leverage skills that you already have. I've found this to be a very rewarding process, and I think you will too!

The GRE is fast becoming one of the most elastic postgraduate exams out there. After scoring in the 99th percentile to gain admission to Claremont Graduate University for an Econ PhD, I decided to share my knowledge and techniques with my tutees. This includes my reading comprehension strategy, vocabulary tricks, approaches to the toughest combinatorics problems, as well as baseline test-taking strategy. Over the course of working with over 150 clients on this test, which is now accepted as a substitute for the LSAT by many top Law Schools, I have honed in on the key strategies that can improve anyone's experience with, and score on, this grueling test. My clients have improved as writers, and as critical thinkers,

Welcome to my profile! As the owner of The Brookery: Tutoring Services, I have dedicated nearly a decade to helping students excel in their academic pursuits, including GRE preparation. With a Bachelor of Arts in Communication and Journalism from the University of Alabama, I bring a strong foundation in effective communication and strategy to my coaching. My approach is tailored to each individual's needs, focusing on both the verbal and quantitative sections of the GRE to ensure comprehensive preparation. Whether you're aiming to boost your score or need guidance on specific sections, I'm here to help you achieve your goals. Let's connect and create a personalized plan for your success!

Jacob Zemon brings a wealth of knowledge and a deep passion for teaching to the world of GRE preparation. With a solid academic foundation, including a cum laude Bachelor's degree in Mathematics and a Master's degree in Statistics, Jacob has not only mastered the content but also the strategies needed to excel. His innovative approach was born from personal challenges with the GRE and GMAT, where he successfully elevated his scores into the top percentiles through a carefully tailored study regimen that marries pedagogical research with memory optimization techniques. Beyond his academic credentials, Jacob has harnessed his statistical prowess and analytical skills in diverse professional landscapes, ranging from management consulting to digital marketing. This unique combination of in-depth scholarship and real-world application infuses his teaching with relevance and provides his students with an edge in conquering standardized tests. As a dedicated educator, Jacob is committed to connecting with each learner, ensuring that the strategies they adopt are not just theory, but tools for genuine success.

I've earned a perfect 170 on the GRE Verbal section twice in the past 6 months, and I'm excited to help others reach that same level of mastery. I've worked with high-quality tutors myself, and I bring the best of those methods - combined with my own deep understanding of the test - to every session. Professionally, I'm a Georgetown graduate and strategy consultant at BCG. I've mentored over 300 students in the past across a range of disciplines, and am now focused on GRE Verbal tutoring to fund my own grad school ambitions and offer a rare skillset at below-market rates. I work well with students at all levels, but specialize in helping students break through to the 165+ range. My approach focuses on time management, precision with vocabulary, and an evidence-based strategy for reading comprehension. Whether you're struggling to get started, confused by trap answer choices, or aiming for that perfect score, I can help you build the skillset and mindset to get you there.

* OFFERING SIGNIFICANT DISCOUNTS FOR NEW CLIENTS * Ask during an intro call with me!! I scored a perfect 170/170 on the GRE Quantitative section last fall, after there were major changes made to the exam. I have a very strong mathematical background, graduating with dual degrees in Economics and Mathematics. I have taken graduate level math courses in probability theory, combinatorics, algebra, and more. I know the ins and outs of the GRE Quantitative section and can help anyone increase their mathematical skills to improve their score on the GRE. My GRE score helped me land a research position at Stanford Graduate School of Business where I began working in Summer 2024. I also have experience tutoring students in college level math and economics courses and can work with anyone!

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.

Welcome to my profile! With nearly two decades of experience in education and test preparation, I specialize in helping students excel in the GRE and other standardized tests. As the founder of my own tutoring company and a Master Tutor at Helix Education, I've supported over 100 students in achieving their academic goals, including those with unique learning needs. My approach is highly personalized, focusing on each student's individual strengths and challenges to create customized study plans that lead to success. I'm also a contributing author to the LD SAT study guide, which underscores my commitment to innovative and effective teaching strategies. Let's work together to craft a plan that ensures your GRE success—reach out to get started!

For the last 20+ years (10 for GRE) I have had the honor of helping over a thousand students catapult their GMAT/GRE scores and get into the school of their dreams. My unique approach is to get inside the head of my students and teach them how to ask better questions when they attack a GRE problem. This puts them in the correct headspace that they need in order to "see" what the question is asking, its nuances, its trickiness. My experience is that this also helps tremendously with test anxiety. I teach my students the best and fastest strategies for solving quant questions and the ideal way to think on the verbal section. I also use carefully honed diagnostic tools to assess a student's specific areas of content weakness so that we can maximize the use of our time together. When there are content gaps, I help my students shore those up with uniquely memorable lessons and access to my library of content videos. I track my students' progress carefully with shared google documents, specific homework assignments, a review log, and flash cards. I am thrilled for the opportunity to be a part of your GRE journey - your success is my success!