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

“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

“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

Meet Some of Our Top Tutors

Paul Broderick
Paul Broderick

A Summit tutor since 2017, Paul specializes in math and science, as well as standardized test preparation. Known for his relaxed approach and high standards, he helps students build confidence while mastering challenging material. Paul holds a PhD in Philosophy from Boston University and teaches as an adjunct faculty member at Clark University and The College of the Holy Cross in Worcester. Outside of tutoring, he enjoys rock climbing, reading, and the continued pursuit of truth.

Areas of Expertise

Test Prep: SAT, PSAT, SSAT, ISEE

AP: Precalculus, Calculus, Physics

Academic: Algebra, Calculus, Geometry, Physics, Trig/Precalculus, English, US History, European History

Aubrey Elson
Aubrey Elson

A Summit tutor since 2020, Aubrey turns test anxiety into structure and confidence with step-by-step planning, pacing, and problem-solving while building executive-function habits that last beyond test day. An Assistant Professor of Acting, Voice, and Speech at Illinois Wesleyan University, she brings college-level expectations and actionable feedback to her tutoring sessions. With perfect GPAs from high school through graduate school, she has tutored over 3,000 hours with more than 200 students. She holds an MFA from Florida Atlantic University and a BA from USC. A professional actor who has performed in two national tours and at Madison Square Garden, her restorative-yoga training informs the calm, focused test-day routines she coaches.

Areas of Expertise

Test Prep: SAT, ACT, PSAT

AP: US History

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

Executive Function Coaching

Dave Pyrch
Dave Pyrch

Dave earned BS degrees in Mathematics and Math Education, along with an MA in Education from the University of Connecticut. He has been tutoring with Summit since 2018 and brings over nine years of experience as both a tutor and high school math teacher. Passionate about helping students break down complex math concepts, Dave uses proven strategies to build mastery and confidence. Outside of tutoring, he is a marathon runner, kayaker, and music enthusiast.

Areas of Expertise

Test Prep: SAT, ACT, SSAT, ISEE

AP: Statistics, Calculus BC and AB, Precalculus

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

Jane Kennedy
Jane Kennedy

Jane holds a BA in linguistics from Smith College. She has been tutoring and teaching classes with Summit since 2017; since 2024, she has also worked at the Five College Center for World Languages, where she coordinates courses in languages from Armenian to Zulu. An award-winning poet, Jane also makes collage art and is currently working on a pop-punk EP. She's a word game devotee with an 800+ clue streak on Minute Cryptic, and she inspires students to succeed with her playful approach to test-taking, which is really just puzzle-solving in the end.

Areas of Expertise

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

Academic: English

Lily Gordon
Lily Gordon

A Summit tutor since 2020, Lily creates a supportive and encouraging environment while challenging students to reach their full potential. She earned her B.A. in Literature from Williams College and is a fluent Spanish speaker who aspires to work with bilingual children. In her free time, she enjoys expressing her creativity through art, dance, and reading plenty of books.

Areas of Expertise

Test Prep: SAT, ACT, SSAT, ISEE

Academic: Biology, English

Josh Cunningham
Josh Cunningham

Josh joined Summit in 2020 and specializes in test prep and math across all levels, including college coursework. He helps students build confidence and mastery through clear instruction and a structured, supportive approach. Josh graduated from Stonehill College in 2013 with a B.S. in Mathematics and a minor in Computer Science. Outside of tutoring, he enjoys watching the Red Sox and playing board games.

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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