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Alex Chen Tutor

Alex is a Presidential Scholar at USC, which is awarded to less than 2% of students. He scored in the 99th percentile on his MCAT and has over a year of tutoring experience.

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Bio

Alex is a student at the University of Southern California who will soon complete his bachelor’s degree in environmental science and health. He has a very strong chemistry background, which has helped him succeed academically and become a university-level organic chemistry tutor. His strength in organic chemistry has given him great critical thinking skills, which are essential in every section on the MCAT.

As someone who studied for the MCAT during the academic year, Alex developed strong time-management skills. He is committed to helping students find a healthy balance between study time and other commitments, supporting their well-being during this demanding period. He emphasizes identifying the strengths and weaknesses of each student and tailoring his guidance to support their growth, building confidence and reinforcing effective study habits.

Education

Undergraduate: University of Southern California

Scores

MCAT Total: 522 (99th percentile)

Fun Fact

Alex was a competitive swimmer for over 10 years! He can also type at over 200 words per minute, placing him in the top 0.2% of typers.

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