Bio
Dixie is a fourth-year pre-medical student at Johns Hopkins University (JHU), pursuing a degree in neuroscience. They have worked as a research assistant for the past three years, and are working on developing tools for behavioral training in mice. This experience helped Dixie develop critical thinking and organizational skills that are essential for systematically diagnosing areas for improvement and adjusting study plans accordingly. Their experience at JHU regularly required interpreting journal articles and case studies, giving them a strong foundation in understanding and breaking down MCAT passages to core components.
Dixie has tutored students from various backgrounds, tailoring their teaching style to each student’s needs. As an MCAT tutor, Dixie incorporates each student’s academic background and learning styles to create an optimal learning environment. They work with the student to help them through the challenging process of studying for the MCAT.
Education
Undergraduate: Johns Hopkins University
Scores
MCAT Total: 519 (96th percentile)
Fun Fact
Dixie loves to cook in their free time and experiment with new dishes. Their favorite dish to make is carbonara.
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