...I earned a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics (cum laude) from Boston College and a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Boston University. Not only did I study STEM in school, but I also have a strong passion for it. Since I was in middle school, I was always interested in math and what I could do with it. (read more)
...Either way, the goal was always to solve practical problems, especially in physics and other sciences. Examples of questions that can be answered:
How much energy is needed to launch a 1000 ton shuttle into near-earth circular orbit? (Physics)
If you want to make an open rectangular box of maxim... (read more)
...I help students get into the mind of the test maker and see what test questions are really asking. This enables them to answer more quickly and correctly, improving their score. In general, students who prepare with me for around a month see improvements of about 15 percentile points, equivalent to approximately 4-5 points on the ACT and 150 points on the SAT. (read more)
...SAT: 2230 (750 Verbal, 700 Writing)
ACT: 35 (35 English, 33 Reading)
AP English Language & Composition: 5
AP English Literature & Composition: 5
On top of my test scores, as part of my Caltech education, I've taken courses in prominent British literature and modern trends in journalism, as well... (read more)
...Education is an investment. Just an increase of 100 points on the SAT, 3 points on the ACT, or a 0.2 increase in GPA can significantly increase merit scholarship awards and dramatically raise a student's chances of being accepted to a better school. If you have any questions or concerns, please let me know. (read more)