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AP Subject Tutoring and Exam Prep

With test-optional admissions, selective colleges emphasize academic rigor more than ever. Excelling in AP courses and exams showcases college readiness and strengthens applications. Strong AP performance can even impact admissions decisions.

Whether students need ongoing support or an intensive exam review, our expert tutors provide personalized 1:1 AP tutoring tailored to their learning style and goals.

How Our AP Tutoring Works

  • Customized 1:1 Instruction – Weekly 90-minute sessions designed to reinforce subject mastery, refine test strategies, and boost confidence. Most students complete 4–6 sessions before exams.
  • Proven Test Strategies – Learn techniques for mastering multiple-choice and free-response questions, optimizing scoring, and closing knowledge gaps.
  • Practice Exams & Targeted Feedback – Full-length AP practice tests with detailed score reports help pinpoint areas for improvement and guide study plans.

Summit’s expert guidance gives students the knowledge, strategies, and confidence to excel on AP exams.

Our most requested AP tutoring programs include:

Humanities

AP English Language and Composition
AP English Literature and Composition
AP U.S. History
AP U.S. Government and Politics
AP World History – Modern
AP European History
AP Human Geography

Math & Science

AP BIOLOGY
AP CALCULUS AB
AP CALCULUS BC
AP CHEMISTRY
AP PHYSICS C – MECHANICS
AP PHYSICS C – ELECTRICITY AND MAGNETISM
AP STATISTICS

Take an AP Practice Test

Help your student feel fully prepared for exam day! Build confidence and improve test-taking skills with our on-demand AP practice tests.

“Our AP tutor was very prepared, knowledgeable, and prompt, both during tutoring sessions and in follow-up communications. He struck the perfect balance between subject mastery and test-taking strategies. Most importantly, he built a strong rapport with my son."

Mark M., Parent

“Our Summit tutor was great! My son really enjoyed his sessions and actually looked forward to them. The tutor kept us well-informed about the material they covered as well as my son’s progress. His ability to clearly explain concepts not only prepared my son for the AP exam but also boosted his class grade from an 87 to a 96. His expertise is fantastic, and we highly recommend him!”

Cara B., Parent

“Our AP tutor was exceptional, bringing not only deep subject matter expertise but also a respectful manner that put my son at ease while learning. He kept my son focused and productive, and he genuinely cared about my son’s success on his upcoming exams.”

Joanne C., Parent

Meet Some of Our Top Tutors

Michael Singer
Michael Singer

A Select Tutor since 2015, Michael specializes in test prep and academic tutoring in math, English, and history. With decades of teaching experience, he enjoys helping students of all abilities succeed. He holds a BA from Franklin & Marshall and an MA from Brandeis.

Areas of Expertise

Test Prep: SAT, PSAT, ACT, SSAT, ISEE

Academic: Algebra, Geometry, English, US History, European History, World History

Executive Function Coaching

Gerry Casadei
Gerry Casadei

A Summit Tutor since 2022, Gerry specializes in test prep, AP Chemistry and Environmental Science, and academic tutoring. With 20 years of high school teaching experience, he holds a B.S. from Cornell and an M.S. in Education from the University of Bridgeport.

Areas of Expertise

Test Prep: SAT,  PSAT, ACT, SSAT, ISEE

AP: Chemistry, Environmental Science

Academic: Algebra, Biology, Chemistry

Aubrey Elson
Aubrey Elson

A Select Tutor since 2020, Aubrey specializes in test prep, AP and academic tutoring in English, US History, Algebra, and Geometry. An adjunct professor, she holds an MFA from Florida Atlantic University and a BA from USC.

Areas of Expertise

Test Prep: SAT, ACT, PSAT

AP:  US History

Academic: English, US History, French, Algebra, Geometry, Calculus

Executive Function Coaching

Tessa Murray, PhD
Tessa Murray, PhD

A Select Tutor since 2015, Tessa specializes in test prep, AP, and academic tutoring in math and science. She holds a PhD in Molecular Biology from the University of Aberdeen and conducted postdoctoral research at Boston University.

Areas of Expertise

Test Prep: SAT,  PSAT, ACT, SSAT, ISEE

AP: Biology, Chemistry, Calculus AB, Precalculus

Academic: Biology, Chemistry, Algebra, Calculus, Geometry, Trigonometry, Precalculus

Kevin Sun
Kevin Sun

A Summit Tutor since 2019, Kevin specializes in SSAT, ISEE, SAT, ACT, AP Biology, and academic tutoring in math, science, English, and Chinese. He tailors his approach to each student’s learning style, creating a supportive, stress-free environment.

Areas of Expertise

Test Prep: SAT, PSAT, ACT, SSAT, ISEE

AP: Biology

Academic: Algebra, Calculus, Geometry, Trig/Precalculus, Biology, Chemistry, English, Chinese

Leslie Greene
Leslie Greene

A Select Tutor since 2016, Leslie specializes in SAT, ACT, SSAT, and ISEE prep. A former attorney, she helps students build confidence and master test-taking strategies. She holds degrees from Williams, UChicago Law, and Fairfield University.

Areas of Expertise

Test Prep: SAT, ACT, SSAT, ISEE

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AP Exam Handbook

Summit’s annual AP Exam Handbook includes key details on AP exam schedules, practice testing, score distributions, and how AP exams factor into college admissions.

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