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Carson W.

5.0 (169 ratings)

865 hours tutoring

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ACT and SAT Expert | Fun & Relatable with Proven Results
ACT and SAT Expert | Fun & Relatable with Proven Results
Carson W.

5.0 (169 ratings)

865 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee
5.0 (169 ratings)

865 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

About Carson

Bio

Hello! My name is Carson, and I'm passionate about helping students unlock their academic potential. As a graduate of the University of Chicago with honors, I have firsthand experience navigating tough academic environments. Outside of academics, my student-athlete experience playing baseball in college and working in investment banking has equipped me with excellent problem-solving skills and a keen understanding of effective learning strategies.

Currently, my main focus is on ACT and SAT...

Hello! My name is Carson, and I'm passionate about helping students unlock their academic potential. As a graduate of the University of Chicago with honors, I have firsthand experience navigating tough academic environments. Outside of academics, my student-athlete experience playing baseball in college and working in investment banking has equipped me with excellent problem-solving skills and a keen understanding of effective learning strategies.

Currently, my main focus is on ACT and SAT test preparation. I improved my own ACT score from a 31 to a 36 and took my SAT score from 1400 to 1580. These score increases cost me hundreds of hours of time perfecting my study methods and I'm here to make sure you don't spend nearly that much time on these tests. I've mastered all sections of both tests and have proven results in SAT Math, SAT Reading, SAT Writing (SAT Verbal), ACT English, ACT Math, ACT Reading, and ACT Science.

After leaving my job in investment banking a few years ago, I became the Head ACT Coach at Boosted Brains, a boutique test preparation company. Overall, I've worked with over a thousand students on the ACT and SAT. The students who are willing to put in work both in our lessons and outside of our lessons have seen some incredible score improvement (up to 8 points on the ACT).

Along with standardized test preparation, I offer college counseling and college consulting. I earned admission into multiple top 5 universities and understand the competitive nature of college admissions. I've developed techniques to enhance students' applications and present their achievements in the most compelling light. I've guided high school students through every step of the application process, from choosing the right colleges to crafting compelling essays and preparing for interviews.

Additionally, I have experience tutoring economics and financial concepts. So whether you're preparing for college or need help with a specific subject, I'm looking forward to supporting your journey!

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Education

University of Chicago
Business Economics

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Business

Business,

Business

With a solid background of a Bachelors in Business Economics from the University of Chicago and practical experience in investment banking, I possess a well-rounded understanding of business principles. My academic training, coupled with hands-on knowledge from my time on the job, equips me with a unique perspective to share with my students. I bring real-world scenarios to my tutoring sessions, making complex business concepts accessible and engaging.
Finance,

Finance

With an honors degree in Business Economics from the University of Chicago, as well as experience working in the investment banking industry, I have developed a strong understanding for financial topics. My favorite course in college was financial statement analysis and I have experience tutoring my peers in many different financial concepts. I am able to convey conceptual information at a high level and get into the weeds crunching numbers in Excel—I have finance covered.
Financial Accounting

Financial Accounting

Having majored in business economics and worked in the competitive field of investment banking, I possess a strong foundation in financial accounting principles and practices. My experience in the industry has honed my ability to analyze and interpret financial statements, understand complex accounting concepts, and effectively communicate financial information. I'm passionate about sharing this knowledge with students, helping them master financial accounting and excel in their academic or professional pursuits.

Corporate Training

Business,

Business

With a solid background of a Bachelors in Business Economics from the University of Chicago and practical experience in investment banking, I possess a well-rounded understanding of business principles. My academic training, coupled with hands-on knowledge from my time on the job, equips me with a unique perspective to share with my students. I bring real-world scenarios to my tutoring sessions, making complex business concepts accessible and engaging.
Finance

Finance

With an honors degree in Business Economics from the University of Chicago, as well as experience working in the investment banking industry, I have developed a strong understanding for financial topics. My favorite course in college was financial statement analysis and I have experience tutoring my peers in many different financial concepts. I am able to convey conceptual information at a high level and get into the weeds crunching numbers in Excel—I have finance covered.

English

ACT English,

ACT English

With strong English fundamentals and a consistent ability to score a 36 on the ACT English section, I have developed a deep understanding of the concepts, techniques, and strategies needed to excel on this test. My experience allows me to pinpoint the most effective methods for approaching all grammar and context questions. I ensure that my students understand every rule for every type of ACT English question.
ACT Reading

ACT Reading

With strong reading comprehension fundamentals and a consistent ability to score a 36 on the ACT reading section, I have developed a deep understanding of the concepts, techniques, and strategies needed to excel on this test. My experience allows me to pinpoint the most effective methods for approaching each passage without wasting time. I ensure that my students master the correct approach and I give them reading tips to find the textual evidence for their answers.

Homeschool

SAT Math

SAT Math

Standardized testing is my specialty. I truly enjoy helping my students see large increases in their test scores and assist them in earning college admissions and increased scholarships. I have expertise in both the SAT and ACT, and in high school I was able to increase my SAT from 1400 to 1580 and my ACT from 32 to 36. I have seen my students consistently increase their scores 160+ points on the SAT and 5+ points on the ACT.

Math

ACT Math,

ACT Math

With a strong foundation in mathematics and a consistent ability to score a 36 on the ACT math section, I have developed a deep understanding of the concepts, techniques, and strategies needed to excel. My experience allows me to pinpoint the most effective methods for approaching all categories of math problems, and I have unique tips and tricks for each type of question. I ensure the student is being as efficient as possible when thinking about how to answer a question, allowing for enough time to answer all 60 questions on the exam.
SAT Math

SAT Math

Standardized testing is my specialty. I truly enjoy helping my students see large increases in their test scores and assist them in earning college admissions and increased scholarships. I have expertise in both the SAT and ACT, and in high school I was able to increase my SAT from 1400 to 1580 and my ACT from 32 to 36. I have seen my students consistently increase their scores 160+ points on the SAT and 5+ points on the ACT.

Other

College Counseling,

College Counseling

As a graduate of University of Chicago (6% acceptance rate) with admission into MIT (4% acceptance rate), I understand what admissions officers are looking for in an application, and can help your student to showcase these factors. I began by teaching an ACT/SAT preparation class, but began assisting many of my students through the rest of the college application process as well. I now find more fulfillment in this holistic approach, coaching students through test preparation and overall college consulting. I help students pick essay topics, craft well-written personal statements, and mention all the right buzzwords (while avoiding costly pitfalls) to maximize the chance of admission.
Finance

Finance

With an honors degree in Business Economics from the University of Chicago, as well as experience working in the investment banking industry, I have developed a strong understanding for financial topics. My favorite course in college was financial statement analysis and I have experience tutoring my peers in many different financial concepts. I am able to convey conceptual information at a high level and get into the weeds crunching numbers in Excel—I have finance covered.

Science

ACT Science

ACT Science

With a consistent ability to score a 36 on the ACT science section, I have developed a deep understanding of the techniques and strategies needed to excel on this test. My experience allows me to pinpoint the most effective methods for approaching the science section. I ensure that my students understand the correct approach to quickly answering these questions without wasting time, and avoiding the most common (and costly) mistake on this test.

Summer

SAT Math

SAT Math

Standardized testing is my specialty. I truly enjoy helping my students see large increases in their test scores and assist them in earning college admissions and increased scholarships. I have expertise in both the SAT and ACT, and in high school I was able to increase my SAT from 1400 to 1580 and my ACT from 32 to 36. I have seen my students consistently increase their scores 160+ points on the SAT and 5+ points on the ACT.

Test Preparation

ACT English,

ACT English

With strong English fundamentals and a consistent ability to score a 36 on the ACT English section, I have developed a deep understanding of the concepts, techniques, and strategies needed to excel on this test. My experience allows me to pinpoint the most effective methods for approaching all grammar and context questions. I ensure that my students understand every rule for every type of ACT English question.
ACT Math,

ACT Math

With a strong foundation in mathematics and a consistent ability to score a 36 on the ACT math section, I have developed a deep understanding of the concepts, techniques, and strategies needed to excel. My experience allows me to pinpoint the most effective methods for approaching all categories of math problems, and I have unique tips and tricks for each type of question. I ensure the student is being as efficient as possible when thinking about how to answer a question, allowing for enough time to answer all 60 questions on the exam.
ACT Reading,

ACT Reading

With strong reading comprehension fundamentals and a consistent ability to score a 36 on the ACT reading section, I have developed a deep understanding of the concepts, techniques, and strategies needed to excel on this test. My experience allows me to pinpoint the most effective methods for approaching each passage without wasting time. I ensure that my students master the correct approach and I give them reading tips to find the textual evidence for their answers.
ACT Science,

ACT Science

With a consistent ability to score a 36 on the ACT science section, I have developed a deep understanding of the techniques and strategies needed to excel on this test. My experience allows me to pinpoint the most effective methods for approaching the science section. I ensure that my students understand the correct approach to quickly answering these questions without wasting time, and avoiding the most common (and costly) mistake on this test.
College Counseling,

College Counseling

As a graduate of University of Chicago (6% acceptance rate) with admission into MIT (4% acceptance rate), I understand what admissions officers are looking for in an application, and can help your student to showcase these factors. I began by teaching an ACT/SAT preparation class, but began assisting many of my students through the rest of the college application process as well. I now find more fulfillment in this holistic approach, coaching students through test preparation and overall college consulting. I help students pick essay topics, craft well-written personal statements, and mention all the right buzzwords (while avoiding costly pitfalls) to maximize the chance of admission.
SAT Math,

SAT Math

Standardized testing is my specialty. I truly enjoy helping my students see large increases in their test scores and assist them in earning college admissions and increased scholarships. I have expertise in both the SAT and ACT, and in high school I was able to increase my SAT from 1400 to 1580 and my ACT from 32 to 36. I have seen my students consistently increase their scores 160+ points on the SAT and 5+ points on the ACT.
PSAT

Examples of Expertise

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Ratings and Reviews

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Amazing tutor to prepare for ACT!!

My daughter was struggling to study independently and Carson worked through all of the areas to prepare for ACT. She did well and he made the material easy to understand and interesting. He is also very patient and nice which we are grateful for! Thank you!

Elise, 7 lessons with Carson

Excellent tutor

Carson is a very knowledgeable and well rounded tutor. He has helped me in understanding accounting and statistics principals and explains concepts exceptionally! Additionally, Carson explains textbook terms with real life examples in a way that is both fun and easily understandable. Whether it’s studying for a test or applying concepts to homework problems, Carson makes sure you fully understand the materials being used, while making a positive and enriching learning experience!

Audrey, 24 lessons with Carson

Excellent tutor

Carson is a very knowledgeable and patient Tutor. He has really helped my daughter with ACT and SAT tutoring and preparation. I would highly recommend him for SAT and ACT tutoring, as well as tutoring in other subjects

Margaret, 2 lessons with Carson

Knowledgeable tutor

I have booked lessons with Carson for SAT math for my son. After few sessions with him my son is able to identify his own flaws and is confident that he can do better for his next test which is in a week. He is proficient with the subject . My son enjoys and appreciates his tutoring methods. He is also helping with writing and reading part of SAT. We would definitely use his help in future for AP calc also. Great tutor and tries his best to help.

Premsudha, 9 lessons with Carson

Amazing teacher

My son took SAT Math classes and the concepts seems much easier after Carson explained . Will continue using his classes .very patient and knowledgeable teacher

Jotsna , 6 lessons with Carson

Incredibly helpful SAT Math Tutor

Carson has done a wonderful job of breaking down the SAT math concepts for my daughter. He is patient and thinks of alternative ways to explain things if one way isn’t working.

Shawna, 8 lessons with Carson

Excellent!

Carson knows what he is talking about, and communicates it perfectly. We are thrilled to have found him to help our daughter prepare for the ACT. Highly recommend.

Lisa, 1 lesson with Carson

Thorough and patient tutor

Carson approached the complex domain with confidence and care, was supportive and encouraging! We look forward to more in-depth assessment of weaknesses and strategic guidance!

Ina, 3 lessons with Carson

Good start with Carson so far

My daughter was happy with the first lesson. Carson gave her homework and we have her scheduled for next Thursday. So far so good.

Juan, 9 lessons with Carson

Awesome help on ACT Reading

Carson is doing a great job helping my son Charlie work to improve he ACT Reading score. He tailors a strategy that Charlie can apply to the test, and he's helping Charlie practice it. Awesome!

Michael, 5 lessons with Carson
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