MCAT Self Prep

"Working with Theo has been so great as I continue to study for the MCAT. This is the second time I am studying for the exam and I was skeptical about how much tutoring would actually help me. But working with Theo has been an amazing experience and I feel like I am learning so much to help me succeed on test day. My score has jumped over 10 points!! Theo makes the sessions very fun and easy, I mean I actually enjoy doing CARS practice (I know that sounds crazy but its true!) and I feel like I actually understand how to study for the exam in an effective way! I would 100% recommend tutoring with Theo, he will definitely make sure you are the most prepared you can be on test day!!"

Alex

"Tutoring with Theo is by far the best decision I have made for my MCAT prep. Theo provides succinct and effective test-taking strategies that are crucial to success on this exam; he was also incredibly helpful in structuring my schedule so that I could be effective and efficient with my time. I have seen vast improvements in my MCAT scores since I started working with Theo. As an MCAT retaker, I was nervous that my score wouldn't improve. But after working with Theo my MCAT retake score improved 13 points! I strongly believe that applying the strategies he has taught me has made all the difference and given me confidence in my ability to succeed on the MCAT. Without hesitation, I strongly recommend Theo to anyone looking for a great MCAT tutor!"

Elizabeth

"Theo is an amazing tutor without a doubt, and his experience really shines through when he worked with me on the CARS session. As a nontrad student with English as my second language, I knew needed help on CARS. We were able to develop a study plan with achievable progression and a CARS strategy that's simple and most importantly makes sense to me. We'd try to get to the underlying causes of my mistakes (e.g. timing, reasoning, second guessing etc.) and build a personally tailored strategy upon. With meticulous approach in the end, I was able to improve and build my confidence in CARS in a consistent way. Because of tutoring with Theo, I achieved a score that I NEVER THOUGHT POSSIBLE: I got a 524 on the MCAT (100th percentile)!"

Ken

"Working with Theo for MCAT preparation has been an extremely positive experience. We've worked together for dozens of hours together in personalized sessions and they would give me a boost that would last a whole week.Theo not only demonstrates a mastery of the sciences but also excels as a master tutor, teacher, and communicator for all MCAT topics. My retake score jumped 11 points! His skills have helped me to form a tailored MCAT plan, improve the efficiency of my studying, and to help me master my weak areas and create connections between topics. From planning an optimal test date to developing a strategy to handle CARS, with Theo’s help, I feel confident and prepared for every aspect of the MCAT.

Zach

"Theo is a phenomenal tutor. I came to him wanting help making a study plan and some strategies on the different sections, and he helped me with all of that and more. He is definitely an expert on the MCAT— even when I came to him with the hardest questions on practice tests he would be able to talk me through how to figure them out, even if he had never seen them before. He also was extremely helpful in coming up with strategies on how I can get those questions right the next time by whittling down what seems like a complicated problem into its manageable components. While working with him, my score improved PAST MY GOAL SCORE up to the 100th percentile and I owe that to him and his help. I would recommend Theo to anybody."

Frannie

"Throughout the MCAT process, I was constantly looking for the one secret that would allow me to achieve the high score I desired. The problem for me was that so many websites, blogs, companies, etc. seemed to all claim they had the MCAT secret that works universally. While these were all helpful, I couldn't find anything to help me move passed the road-blocks I was personally encountering. Theo helped me develop MCAT strategies that specifically fit my needs, ultimately allowing me to achieve a 100th percentile score!! Moreover, he got on my level when it came to helping me progress, helping me move forward at my own pace and patching my weak areas along the way. I would highly recommend Theo as an MCAT tutor to anyone struggling to meet their MCAT goals or simply want a respectable score."

Jake

Theo has been an amazing tutor to work with! Before I started working with Theo, my scores remained stagnant and I was suffering with CARS and Bio/Biochem. Theo really helped me rethink how to approach the question and try to redirect my own thought process to match the AAMC logic. I saw improvement on my understanding of the passages, and how to approach reading them correctly and efficiently. He helped me with any questions I'd have outside of tutoring hours and would go out of his way to give me detailed explanations.

He would answer any questions I had no matter how long and tedious they were, and reassured me when I started spiraling into a negative headspace. I remember taking FL-2 and scoring a 123 in the CARS section after hours and hours of prep. Theo refused to let me fall into a negative loop and encouraged me to see where I went wrong and how to avoid the same mistakes I made on that section. I am ecstatic to say that my CARS score jumped 6 points to a 129 on FL-4 and I made a 129 on my actual MCAT. To whoever is reading this, please do not give up on yourself and your abilities. When I felt like I wasn't capable, Theo always encouraged me and made me feel like I was making progress. Honestly a huge part about studying efficiently is your mindset and thinking positively, and he helped me cultivate that! I highly recommend him, he's an easy person to talk and will provide you with the resources and support you need."

Shreya

"Theo was very helpful in my process of retaking the MCAT. I had studied 9 months before I took it the first time and figured that I would do well. After being disappointed in my scores I was unsure of what to do. I found MCAT self prep online and considered getting a tutor. I’m glad I found Theo. He was always in a great mood, never made me feel dumb for not understanding a concept, and always instilled confidence in me. I only had three weeks to prepare for a retake and with Theo’s help I improved by 5 points!!! Theo was especially helpful in the CARS section. I had done pretty well on practice tests, but with his advice my CARS score really improved."

Matthew

"Theo is an amazing tutor! I had lost hope in improving my CARS score, especially after taking the MCAT already. But after one or two sessions, Theo was able to help me change my mindset with CARS, which helped me improve my speed, precision, and score. He also gave great advice on crafting a realistic and effective MCAT schedule for my retake. He is very empathetic, understanding, and caring, so I felt comfortable reaching out to him and asking him questions, even outside of our sessions. He knows the ins and outs of the MCAT and medical school process and is an overall awesome guy, so I’m glad that I chose him as my tutor!"

Raymond

"I started working with Theo when I took an MCAT practice exam and realized I wasn't getting the scores that I wanted. He helped me come up with a completely different study schedule that would best fit my strengths and weaknesses. He gave me an excellent excel sheet to monitor my progress. I've now worked with Theo for months, but after working with him for just a few weeks, I saw my CARS scores go up immediately. Theo is incredible at teaching you how to approach different sections of the MCAT, especially when it comes to CARS. He talks you through the passage, and teaches you proper test-taking strategies."

Aman

"After going through a Kaplan course, I was a bit skeptical on how much I could learn from a tutor. I was pleasantly blown away by how much I learned from Theo after only only a few short tutoring sessions. He taught me ways to approach questions I had never even considered and my scores improved because of this, especially in the B/B and CARS sections. As an individual Theo is always timely and a very positive person. He never rushed me to finish a question faster than I would like and always thoroughly explained how to break questions apart I had trouble with. I don't necessarily think you need a tutor to get a great score, but if you do get one I would highly recommend Theo as he will be worth every penny. Thanks Theo!"

Andy

"Theo helped me through the difficult process of retaking the MCAT when I was struggling with many other personal issues at the time. Not only did he take extra time with me to change my study plan to my needs, he helped me learn how the AAMC tests. Before I was extremely frustrated by CARS logic, but now it makes sense to me. This made test day feel much easier for me and helped me improve my CARS score by 7 points!"

Charlee

"Theo Bennett is a literal life saver! I decided to study for the MCAT on my own and I would be a wreck without Theo's help. Every time I have needed him, he has been willing and able to help. Tutors can be incredibly expensive and I was scared that I would be paying a lot for low yield return, but Theo has made all of our sessions effective, uplifting, and catered to my needs. As far as material goes, Theo knows it inside and out. Any question I have had has been answered quickly and effectively with pneumonics and examples. Incredible. From setting up a plan I can actually have confidence in... to showing me the study strategies that can maximize my personal time... to teaching me the key test-taking techniques to keep me progressing, I am more than grateful to Theo."

Sam

"Theo has been an awesome tutor. He is encouraging, nice, and genuinely wants to see you succeed. He has helped me build confidence in my test-taking ability and has become not only a tutor but a friend in the process. Theo particularly excels at noticing patterns in the MCAT test and does a great, clear job at explaining them. Theo is patient and understanding when he teaches, and teaches differently for each individual he is working with. He is all about finding what works for us, because he realizes that studying and learning is an individual process and we all have our strengths and weaknesses. Overall Theo has been an awesome tutor."

Jake

"Working with Theo to study for my MCAT exam has been such a wonderful experience. He is a tutor who truly shows you and explains how to approach the passage, how to dissect it to understand it better and understand what the questions are asking. This is something a lot of tutors DO NOT do.

Often times I take so long reading the passages or choosing an answer, but he has always been so understanding and patient with me. I have never felt like he was judging me for not knowing an answer or concept, which I really appreciated. One of Theo’s best attributes is his selfless personality. He has always been willing to help and answer all of my questions regarding the MCAT, application, and personal statement. He is genuinely just trying to give back to the pre-med community rather than take your money. Often times when I am studying, I lose my motivation and think more pessimistically about my progress than I would like, however meeting with Theo regularly has given me the motivation to push harder and stay positive. He has changed my entire perspective of the exam from something that seemed so daunting to something I can overcome and succeed in."

Emily

"Theo has a gift for stripping things down to the core and making questions and paragraphs super simple. The techniques Theo uses to analyze material is something that anyone can use no matter how intelligent you think you are, and best of all, they don't take very long to learn. Theo is an amazing tutor and genuinely cares about how I do. He always asks me things about my life and also about my MCAT application to know how else he can help me. I've loved working with Theo and recommend him for anyone looking for a tutor."

David

"What more can I say about Theo. The man is a unicorn. I say that because he is one of a kind. I had researched plenty of prep companies and other ways to prepare for the MCAT. Luckily, I heard from a friend about Theo. His ability to help me understand the logic of the AAMC was imperative for my success. He made me feel like the MCAT was beatable and made me confident in my own abilities. Many of my friends have used prep companies and spent thousands and have felt unsatisfied with their preparation. I have never once regretted using Theo and in fact I would recommend that anyone and everyone use him for MCAT and application prep."

Justin

"Theo us incredibly knowledgeable about how to succeed on the MCAT. More than that, Theo takes the necessary time off-the-clock to create a personalized approach to each of us. He has the ability to perceive what's stopping his students from coming to the right answers and bridging that gap immediately. He is great at teaching content but is especially skilled at teaching how to look at different question types so we can use our knowledge to get to the right answers as often as possible. Theo cares, he is excellent at what he does, and he will help you succeed. Use him as a tutor, you won't regret it!"

John

"Theo helped me refine my strategies (in C/P, CARS, and B/B) and, most importantly, my mindset in tackling my practice exams. Through actively using these tools over many practice exams, I felt at peace and prepared when taking my real MCAT. Above all, Theo did not look at me as less than when I struggled. Most importantly, Theo is one of the only tutors who can equally balance and address both your content deficits AND your test-taking performance hindrances - crucial to succeeding on this exam."

Shawn

"Theo has been an excellent tutor. He helped me a lot with getting started and knowing what I needed to do. The biggest benefit though would be the unique test-taking strategies that Theo teaches, which you can’t find anywhere else. I would highly recommend using him to study for the MCAT."

Ryan

"I have enjoyed working with Theo thus far, namely his positive attitude and patience have been extremely helpful throughout this process. Aside from the tremendous knowledge base he possesses and the demonstrated significant experience with the exam, I think his application of different strategies to the MCAT to help form a personalized approach is also his strength. Lastly, Theo's willingness to engage with individuals both as students and as people, and to offer his guidance and services BEYOND a typical tutoring session is commendable and appreciated."

Nick

"I would highly recommend Theo as an MCAT tutor. I enjoyed Theo's specific and structured study plan and approach. You can tell from every single session we had that Theo is an experienced tutor. He gave concrete advice on all aspects of testing and studying strategy, from how to approach questions to making a study plan. His tutoring helped me keep on track and improve my testing skills."

Teya

"One key thing that I've noticed Theo does, is he really takes the time to understand not only the process of solving problems, but truly making sure that he understands the concepts so well that he can explain WHY a certain path will lead you to the answer. Because of this, he is able to work well with students who may approach things a little differently, and adequately address their needs in a kind, but very direct and helpful way. Theo's understanding of the MCAT is unparalleled. Ultimately, he helped me reach a 100th percentile score. I would definitely recommend him to anyone looking for help studying in any subject, especially for the MCAT."

Chandler

"During my study for the MCAT, Theo would often clarify scientific principles in a way that I could understand them. I worked for hours to fully comprehend certain MCAT concepts but it wasn’t until Theo explained them to me that I felt confident. He's a wizard at breaking complex material into understandable pieces. He genuinely cares for the success of the students he tutors and will do anything to help them accomplish their goals. Studying with Theo is a lot of fun because of his happy demeanor and positive attitude. I highly recommend Theo as an MCAT tutor. He knows how to organize a successful study plan and will help boost anyone's MCAT score. "

Corbin

"Theo is one of the most outstanding students and mentors I have ever known. Both in an academic sense and from a character standpoint, he demonstrates a high standard. Despite this, Theo maintains a humble attitude that helps him relate to everyone in a personal way. I would strongly recommend him as a tutor, as he could give great help to any student preparing for the MCAT. Theo has a dynamic personality that makes him fun to be around and is a great tutor. I know that he would help any student to increase their score on the MCAT because he really helped me improve my score with his advice."

Steve

"I had Theo tutor me all throughout organic chemistry and the MCAT and all I can say is that he is a phenomenal tutor. He is able to teach the content in a clear and precise way with many examples and practice problems to match. If you're looking for an MCAT tutor look no further as Theo has had years of practice tutoring many college and MCAT students and I was lucky enough to be one of them."

Andrew

"I loved working with Theo because he made difficult subjects easy to understand. He was very responsive and would highly recommend him as a MCAT tutor."

Terrissa

"Theo is a stellar tutor for the MCAT. He went above and beyond to help me understand difficult chemistry ideas and concepts. Theo is a very friendly and approachable person and helped me to get out of my comfort zone and participate more when tutoring one-on-one. I would, without a doubt, recommend Theo to anyone looking to work towards an incredible MCAT score."

Josh

"Primarily, Theo is a brilliant teacher. He was able to meet me at my level and instill in me the confidence to succeed. Theo was understanding of my circumstances and patient with my shortcomings while maintaining high expectations. We developed a personal and effective plan to help me succeed on the MCAT. His likability and kindness combined with his work ethic deep understanding of science make him the ideal tutor."

James

"Theo is a great MCAT tutor who is amazing to work with. His knowledge of content, as well as test-taking strategies, can blow big MCAT prep companies out of the water! I'm just getting started with him and in a couple sessions Theo has increased my CARS score 6 points already!"

Derrik

"Theo goes above and beyond what you expect from an ordinary tutor. He is always well prepared and he adapts his teaching style into how I can learn the best. At all times he makes sure I am getting the most out of each session. Theo provides invaluable advice on the whole application process, especially with my personal statement and MCAT, and his guidance is key to my success!"

Rob

"Theo is a very experienced MCAT tutor. Theo does a great job explaining difficult concepts and customizing your study plan. I have seen tremendous growth during the time we have been working together."

Brittnie

"Theo helped me so much! Theo gave me really simple and useful tips for CARS that boosted my score significantly after meeting with him just 2 times. He now helps me with personalized feedback when we go through drills. Theo walks you through ways to really dissect each of the questions and all the answer choices and what each of them represents. He will really teach you how to think like the MCAT writers think. The best part about it is that he doesn't just help you while he is meeting with you but give you tools to improve your performance on your own."

Jeffrey

"Theo really tries to understand your thought process when you're going through practice questions. That way, he can either guide you in the right direction or give you nuanced suggestions if your thought process is correct when answering a question. He has scored well on the MCAT, so Theo not only knows what it takes to succeed on the MCAT, but he really understands the psychology of the AAMC's logic and guides us to master the test in the way that Theo did."

Parth

"Theo tutored me for the mcat and as well as helped me to apply to medical school. He is an awesome tutor! Theo knows a ton about every single subject which is important but he also is very caring and professional. He built a personal plan for me and guided me to all of the right resources. He's awesome and I highly recommend him to anyone looking to study for the mcat. Way better than any service!"

Daken

"Theo was an awesome tutor. It helps that he’s a super nice and cool guy, but he definitely knows his stuff. Theo helped me with certain strategies to dissect questions that I couldn't have thought of on my own. He’s approachable, understanding, and highly flexible to your needs, especially now with Covid-19 going on he has been very helpful with rescheduling tests. Just an all-around good person and a good tutor. I do not have any critiques. Everything was fantastic for me. It’s about enjoying the process and Theo made it easier during an already stressful time with studying for the MCAT."

Jeff

"Theo is really personal and easy to connect with. He does a great job at evaluating where you're at and recognizing what steps you need to take to improve. Always felt like I could ask him about anything I needed help with, whether that was MCAT or med school related. Super grateful I had his help!"

Wesley

"Theo has demonstrated consistent dedication and availability to help me prepare for and succeed at retaking the MCAT. From the start, Theo reviewed my study plan and provided trusted resources to aid my studying. Theo facilitated my progress to a higher score, in a short amount of time, through his approachable and encouraging teaching style. He often redirected my problem solving and passage analysis in a thoughtful and supportive way. His strategies and feedback have built confidence in my ability to master each section. For these reasons, I have no doubt that Theo will continue to craft his pedagogy in an effort to help more students. I highly recommend Theo as an MCAT tutor and as an advisor of the medical school application process."

Mariah

Theo is the best tutor I have ever had and I’m really happy that I chose him. From the first day, Theo worked with me to form a personalized study plan and told me exactly what and how much to study. As an English-as-a-second-language student, Theo helped me a lot with CARS section strategies and how to approach passages and questions. In my case, it was helpful to have the best tutor ever for the MCAT. Theo is very knowledgeable and really friendly. He is compassionate and knows what students need to be successful. It’s easy to talk to him, he has a lot of endurance when I don’t understand something and he explains complex concepts to me in an easy way.

Marvin

“It was a pleasure to have Theo guide me through the MCAT process. Everybody is different and Theo understands this, therefore he is able to work closely with you and individualize a plan that fits your unique needs. Additionally, he helped me get organized and stay consistent all throughout the process as well. Theo is extremely reliable and I never felt alone through the process. I cannot thank him and recommend him enough!”

Daniel

"Theo is your go-to tutor for MCAT. He adapts to your strengths and weakness and works around to ensure you get the best help possible. Not only he is adaptable, but he is also very patient he works with you until you have mastered the desired skill. He also provides many resources to help grasp concepts and techniques to ensure you get a good MCAT score. His resources for CARS are excellent!

Riddhi

"Theo was excellent as a tutor and was very encouraging and inspiring with his help. Theo provides his unique novel strategies that are tried and tested, and they led to a 5+ increase in my overall MCAT score for my retake! He is very patient when going through problems and gives a very interesting perspective across all sections. I myself struggled initially with timing on certain sections such as C/P and B/B, but he helped me gain confidence throughout our sessions together. I would highly recommend him to anyone that needs MCAT help!"

Chris

"Right off the bat, Theo produced a detailed and manageable study plan for me. This helped ease and organize the intimidating workload required for the MCAT. He was also wonderfully accommodating of my work schedule and is incredibly accessible via multiple platforms of communication with a satisfactory turn around time.

I also benefited from Theo's analytical and tactical approach to addressing the diversity and density of the MCAT. Theo broke every question down to distinguishable question formats based on section and provided tested methods of analyzing not only the passages but the questions themselves via word webs for biology/biochem, umbrella analysis for CARS, etc. I haven't had a single negative experience with Theo and would recommend him to absolutely anybody."

Jimmy

"Theo has done a great job in helping me organize my studies so that I can confidently feel prepared for the MCAT. Our sessions together are the best use of my time, as Theo teaches me technique after technique and practices with me things you just can’t learn from a textbook alone. It is amazing having a guide like Theo on this difficult road to conquering the MCAT."

Rachana

"A good tutor is a clear subject matter expert, as well as someone who is enjoyable to work with. Theo encompasses both of these qualities. He is competent and dedicated. He truly cares about my progress. Theo understands the beginner's perspective and is able to explain difficult concepts in a way I can understand. Most importantly, I enjoy learning from Theo. I look forward to each of our sessions because I know it will be fun learning experience and that I will walk away much more prepared for my exam."

Andrew