TOEFL Private Tutoring in Cambridge (Massachusetts)

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If you are a Cambridge-area student seeking to master the necessary material to obtain an impressive score on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), look no further than Manhattan Review. We are proud to be the industry leader in test preparation, and we offer comprehensive and convenient study options designed with you in mind. No two students learn in the exact same way, and when it comes to learning, it's important to prepare for an important exam in the way that makes most sense to you. Many students enjoy learning in groups alongside their peers, finding others' questions and comments insightful and helpful. Other students, however, find learning and concentrating in the presence of others distracting or frustrating and seek the individualized attention that can only come through private tutoring. If you know a customizable study plan and personalized instruction is key to your learning success, we encourage you to contact us today to learn more about the private tutoring options available through Manhattan Review. Our professional and respected private tutors have firsthand experience with the TOEFL, but more than being exceptional test takers, they are exceptional instructors, eager to help you master the material to ensure your own academic and collegiate success. We have created and curated the most effective and efficient test-taking strategies available, enabling us to develop a custom study program just for you and your particular learning needs. 

When you partner with Manhattan Review, you receive access to our state-of-the-art test prep resources, including a cutting-edge study syllabus wherein the TOEFL has been analyzed and deconstructed to ensure you are familiar with every aspect of the exam long before it's time to actually take it. Take advantage of our unparalleled instructors and resources, and you can be certain you are receiving the most insightful test prep in and around Cambridge. If you plan on attending a prestigious English-speaking university, give yourself every advantage and set yourself up for success by taking the guesswork out of preparing for the TOEFL. There's no need to try and piece together your own study program or worry if you're focusing on the right things…at Manhattan Review, we've taken the guesswork out of preparing for the TOEFL and are excited to share tried-and-true test prep tips and techniques with you to help you achieve your own high score. Our private tutoring clients have gone on to attending world-class undergraduate programs at leading colleges and universities, including Columbia University, Cornell University, New York University, the University of Chicago, the University of California at Berkeley, Stanford University, Yale University, Harvard University, Princeton University, Dartmouth College, Johns Hopkins University, Rice University, the University of Southern California, MIT, CalTech, the University of Texas at Austin, American University, Georgetown University, Northwestern University, and elsewhere. 

Since 1999, Manhattan Review has been the leader in TOEFL preparation for Cambridge students, and we look forward to sharing our knowledge and resources with motivated students committed to achieving their own TOEFL success. When you choose to work with a private tutor, we begin by pairing you with just the right tutor for your learning needs, regardless of where you are in the TOEFL prep process. Working one-on-one with an experienced tutor has been shown to accelerate learning and improve mastery of test material, as well as test-taking skills. After identifying your unique learning style, your tutor will guide you through using the skills you already possess to make learning gains while also helping you overcome any areas of weakness that might negatively affect your TOEFL performance. Studying with a private tutor allows you to work at your own pace, moving on once you have successfully grasped a concept or spending additional time on questions or content that are more challenging. There is no fear of being overlooked or left behind when working with a private tutor, allowing your confidence and self-esteem to grow as you watch yourself master previously difficult aspects of the TOEFL. 

The TOEFL is a standardized test designed to measure the English language abilities of non-native speakers seeking to enroll in an English-speaking university. This test is accepted worldwide by over 11,000 universities in more than 190 countries. The TOEFL consists of a group of tests, the most popular of which are the TOEFL iBT and the TOEFL Essentials. The TOEFL iBT requires 90 minutes to complete, whereas the TOEFL Essentials is more rigorous and requires three hours to complete. The TOEFL is composed of four sections—reading, listening, speaking, and writing. A score on the iBT version of the test will fall in the range of 0 to 120, while a score on the Essentials version of the test will range from 0 to 12. Many universities require proof of English language proficiency, and the most selective universities expect to see a TOEFL iBT score over 100.

If you are intent on taking your TOEFL preparation to the next level consider working with a private tutor to direct and focus your study, making certain you have covered all relevant material. Manhattan Review is dedicated to helping future university students achieve their own academic successes, and there is no need to attempt to master a test as important as the TOEFL on your own. Rather than worrying about piecing together a study program by yourself, benefit from our experienced and personable tutors, each with strong teaching backgrounds, and learn in a way that the material is retained and easily retrievable on the day of your exam. 

Students in Cambridge know the importance of attending a top-tier college or university and also know how competitive college acceptance can be. If you want to attend an undergraduate program with instant name recognizability, give yourself the advantage you need by working with a private tutor to obtain the highest score possible on the TOEFL. If you are not a native English speaker, it is imperative to perform well on the TOEFL in order to demonstrate your proficiency with the English language, but you do not have to do it alone…we welcome the chance to assist you in your preparation, and we look forward to partnering with you for all your TOEFL needs.

Meet a Cambridge TOEFL Tutor: Rishi F.

Rishi was born in Panaji, India, and lived there for the first twelve years of her life. "I grew up learning English along with Hindi, and English was definitely harder," Rishi recalls with a laugh. When Rishi's father was offered a job as an engineer in California, Rishi was nervous but also excited, "mostly because I wanted to live in the same state as Disneyland." Rishi enjoyed being in the spotlight and quickly became an enthusiastic participant in her school's speech and debate team, as well as drama club. When she struggled to master certain aspects of algebra, her parents found her a private tutor who helped her not only learn the math but also helped boost her confidence that she could master even the most challenging material. 

Rishi graduated at the top of her class and while her parents were sad to see her move across the United States to attend Dartmouth College, Rishi loved the opportunity to make new friends and explore a new part of the world. She majored in linguistics, seeking to understand systems of language as thoroughly as possible in the hopes of one day helping others master the English language as she had. "English is an important factor in being successful in today's global economy," she says. "I remember thinking about older family members in India and wondering how different their lives might have been if they'd only had the chance to learn English."

After graduating from Dartmouth, Rishi returned to California (much to her family's delight) and obtained a master's in teaching from the University of Southern California. She worked for two years teaching English as a second language to adult learners before relocating to New York and obtaining a TESOL certificate from New York University. Rishi continued to work with adult learners to improve their comprehension and mastery of the English language, and she eventually began volunteering to work with underprivileged high school students who were non-native English speakers. When Rishi had the chance to move to Boston to work with underserved immigrant populations, she jumped at the opportunity, and when she connected with Manhattan Review staff at an educational networking event, it was a perfect match. 

Rishi has been with Manhattan Review since 2015, and she loves watching her students make progress. "There's nothing better than when someone finally gets something they've been struggling to understand," she smiles. "To know I'm helping change lives, one person at a time, is a beautiful and humbling privilege." When she isn't guiding her students to TOEFL success, Rishi enjoys going to comedy shows, going out on her kayak with her sister, and doing her best to recreate her mother's delicious recipes.