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Luke was a great tutor! I was able to go up 22 points in four months and I wouldn't have been able to do it without him. Luke helped me by condensing high yield material into easy to learn pdfs, using the science of learning/memory to guide my study methods, and providing a wealth of MCAT expertise from his own experience that those of former students. In addition to being an expert on how to memorize content efficiently, Luke was also just great at easing my anxiety and helping my keep a positive attitude. I would absolutely recommend Luke to anyone studying for the MCAT, especially if you've got a short timeline.

Luke was a great tutor! His shortened PDFs allowed me to focus on high yield material and learn it all in a relatively short period of time. Luke was always easily accessible to answer questions over text, and during meetings, he always had clear explanations to my questions and would review difficult concepts with me. I would highly recommend using Luke’s PDFs to study, and my sessions with him were always helpful.

I definitely recommend using Luke as your MCAT tutor. First of all, the shortened PDFs he provides make it way easier to study compared to reading through hundreds of pages of textbook PDFs. He gives you all the high-yield info you need to know, and leaves out the stuff that's a waste of time. He is very encouraging and explains things super well. He is also always available for quick questions over text, which was nice. He helped raise my score 12 points in 3 months, and I think it would have gone up even more with more time.

Luke’s tutoring method was crucial to my success on the MCAT. I jumped 19 points from my first AAMC test to my final score, and jumped 3 points from the last practice exam I took to test day. He is flexible with scheduling and timing, his content includes only the most important/necessary details, he makes sure you get tons of practice with actual test problems, and does not allow you to move on to the next topic without fully understanding the previous one. I think that last piece was the most helpful part of Luke’s tutoring because it made sure that I was able to explain things to myself and without that I wouldn’t be able to apply concepts to the exam.

Luke is an excellent tutor! From our first meeting, I knew he had my best interest in mind and would be able to guide me to success with the MCAT. I especially appreciated his study materials, which made the process of content review much more manageable. He helped me set realistic goals, and worked with me to create a study schedule that fit well with my busy semester. Trust the process, he knows what he's doing. With his help, I improved my score by 18 points from my diagnostic exam in early August to my test in mid-January. I highly recommend him and his materials to anyone preparing for the MCAT!

Luke is the man! He understands not only the content and how to effectively learn the content but also the feelings testers are going through. His tutoring and study techniques are much more effective than any previously tried. He is very flexible and patient. If you are willing to work, he will be right there with you every step. He is honest with feedback and genuinely wants what is best for his students. Very much recommend!

Working with Luke was the highlight of preparing to apply for medical school! He was kind, reassuring and extremely knowledgeable. I could ask Luke any question or discuss any topic big or small and he always had a passionate and confident response. Together, we discovered studying strategies that work best for me and created an efficient study plan tailored to my schedule. Within the first few sessions Luke understood my learning style and adapted his teaching methods to meet my needs. He is also very receptive to feedback and is continuously working to be the best he can be. It was truly a joy to work with him. Without Luke I wouldn’t have been able to raise my 508 to a 518!!

Now that I am in medical school, I still use the invaluable learning strategies that Luke gave me. I even remember a good amount of the material thanks to his teaching which has given me a leg up in my first block.

Luke was unlike other tutors I’ve met. He was untraditional in the best way. He’s developed his own study plan for students, works one on one, and caters to what you need help with. I learned how to study effectively through Luke, and prep properly for the mcat. He is a great tutor!

Luke was instrumental to my MCAT studying. I worked with him twice a week for two-hour sessions and he always made these meetings fun and time to look forward to. We created a comprehensive schedule for a studying method that worked for me and he was very flexible whenever I needed a change. We worked through all the MCAT topics in a way that made studying have as little stress as possible. Luke was an expert on every topic and any question I had was answered with confidence. I was able to score above my goal because of Luke and his amazing help. His positive attitude, humor, and extensive knowledge on all MCAT topics made every meeting fun and productive.

I just finished the process of studying for, taking, and getting my MCAT score back, and Luke was incredibly helpful through it all. He answered all of my questions and concerns promptly and effectively. He was great in one on one meetings, and he is very good at asking questions to make sure you know all of the details that you should. Simultaneously, he verbally recognizes that this is a hard exam to study for, and I never felt judged or put down because I missed a question. He was great about reminding you what you already know and helping you add to it.

His resources that he provides are immensely helpful for content review, and I think he has a great way of scheduling when you should do practice questions and full exams. We used a lot of Uworld questions - which are somewhat expensive just as a disclaimer - but that was hugely helpful to my studying, and Luke really helped me understand how to effectively use that resource.

Overall, I am very satisfied with my experience, and he helped me bring my score from a 511 to a 520!

Luke was so helpful, supportive, and understanding throughout the entire process. He was always prompt with responses and available whenever I needed help. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a great MCAT tutor.

From the very beginning, Luke has shown an unparalleled dedication to building an exceptional blueprint and strategy for mastering the MCAT. His commitment to his students and their success is clear in his meticulous attention to detail, eagerness to help, and clear explanations of fundamental concepts, all of which have been instrumental in boosting my confidence and performance. Luke's unique grasp of MCAT has equipped me with the skills to apply my knowledge effectively in any scenario, ensuring no question goes unanswered.

Luke has employed really unique strategies, my favorite being the recordings of passage breakdowns, which have been a game-changer in my preparation journey. His relaxed and approachable demeanor creates an engaging and enjoyable study atmosphere, making the daunting task of MCAT preparation not just manageable but genuinely rewarding. I am immensely grateful to Luke for his tireless dedication and expertise. Without his guidance, my perspective on the exam and my readiness to tackle it would not be as positive as it is today.

Luke has played a pivotal role in my MCAT success. Not only did he introduce me to several evidence-based study techniques, but his adaptable and personalized approach has been transformative. Working with Luke has significantly advanced my study methods, my attitude towards challenging material, and my persistence. His primary aim is to empower students to master the content, enabling them to tackle any MCAT question with confidence. He ensures that students do not become reliant on him, but rather become independent learners. I wholeheartedly endorse Luke as an MCAT tutor if you're looking to deepen your understanding and enjoy the process. Additionally, his approach will prove invaluable for any exams in medical school.

Luke was an incredible MCAT tutor through every step of the preparation process. He helped me to create a study schedule built around my full time job, and went above and beyond every step of the way. His knowledge of both the test and the content is second to none, and he introduced me to new study strategies that made improving my score possible!

Luke was incredibly kind and encouraging throughout the whole preparation process. I always left our sessions feeling like I learned something new and valuable as well as motivated to continue making progress. Not only was he extremely knowledgeable about the content tested on the MCAT, he mastered various study skills that he shared with me to help me learn the content, for example free recall and memory palaces. Luke helped me stay on track in my studying, provided constructive feedback to my passage breakdowns, and talked me through content that I was struggling with. Even outside of our sessions, he was always willing and prompt in answering questions and leaving comments on videos where I would break down passages. Luke's time and dedication to his students went above and beyond; my score jumped 19 points from when I first started studying with Luke to test day. I wouldn't have made the progress that I did without his help and guidance.

Luke is an awesome MCAT tutor! He has lots of experience working with students and does a good job at figuring out how much more time you need to prepare in order to perform well. It is evident that he truly cares for his students to be successful by the way he follows up and is very responsive outside of tutoring time. It is important to have a reliable support system during this difficult process. I had experience with several different tutors before I met Luke and my biggest score jump was after working with him. He helps breakdown the content into smaller topics/concepts so that it is more digestible. He also helps guide you through solid passage breakdowns. The way he approaches teaching passage breakdowns really helped me feel more confident and confidence is huge with MCAT studying. I started studying with a sub 500 and ended with a 515 on test day!