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 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

“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

Meet Some of Our Top Tutors

Mike Rogers
Mike Rogers

A Johns Hopkins graduate and Select Tutor since 2016, Mike specializes in test prep and AP/academic math and science tutoring. He helps students build logical reasoning and metacognitive skills with a patient, supportive approach.

Areas of Expertise

Test Prep: SAT, PSAT, ACT

AP: Precalculus, Calculus, Algebra, Geometry, Biology, Chemistry, Physics

Academic: Math, Science

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

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Dave Pyrch
Dave Pyrch

With 9+ years of experience as a tutor and high school math teacher, Dave specializes in test prep, AP, and academic math tutoring. Holding BS and MA degrees in Mathematics and Education from UConn, he helps students break down complex math concepts.

Areas of Expertise

Test Prep: SAT, ACT, SSAT, ISEE

AP: Statistics, Calculus BC and AB, Precalculus

Academic:  Algebra, Calculus, Geometry, Trig/Precalculus, Statistics

Lily Gordon
Lily Gordon

With a B.A. in Literature from Williams College, Lily tutors SAT, ACT, SSAT, ISEE, as well as Biology, and English. A Select Tutor since 2020, she is passionate about education and creating a supportive learning environment.

Areas of Expertise

Test Prep: SAT, ACT, SSAT, ISEE

Academic: Biology, English

Josh Cunningham
Josh Cunningham

A Select Tutor since 2020, Josh specializes in SAT, ACT, SSAT, and ISEE prep, as well as high school and college-level math. He holds a B.S. in Mathematics with a Computer Science minor from Stonehill College.

Areas of Expertise

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

AP: Calculus AB and BC

Academic: Algebra, Geometry, Trig/Precalculus, Calculus

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AP Exam Handbook

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