Subjects
Subjects We Teach
Kerr University tutors 19 subjects, all taught 1-on-1 online by founder Digby R. Kerr: English and writing, history and social studies, business and careers, and English language and communication for non-native speakers. Each subject is approved by Wyzant after Digby R. Kerr passed its subject proficiency review.
Tutoring is $65 per lesson or about $50 a lesson on a monthly plan ($199/month for 4 lessons, $399/month for 8), mentoring or coaching is $125/month, and every student can start with a free 30-minute intro class. Kerr University is based in Brooklyn, New York.
19 Wyzant-approved subjects
Four subject groups, one tutor
Each subject is approved by Wyzant after Digby R. Kerr passed its subject proficiency review. Every program is built around the student’s actual class or goal.
English & Writing
Clear writing and close reading support every other course. Digby R. Kerr helps students plan and revise essays and research papers, analyze literature, and build the grammar, vocabulary and spelling that make their writing precise.
Levels: High school, college and adult professionals
- English
- Writing
- Grammar
- Reading
- Literature
- Vocabulary
- Spelling
- Linguistics
Programs: High School & College Tutoring · Custom Study Portal · Lessons & Mentoring
History & Social Studies
From AP U.S. History to college survey courses and seminars, students learn to manage heavy reading, connect causes and consequences, and write strong historical arguments.
Levels: High school and college
- American History
- World History
- Government & Politics
- Music History
Programs: High School & College Tutoring · Custom Study Portal
Business & Careers
As a Wharton-educated executive with about 35 years in business, Digby R. Kerr tutors business and marketing courses and helps students and professionals with career development, interview preparation and public speaking.
Levels: High school, college (undergraduate and graduate) and adult professionals
- Business
- Marketing
- Career Development
- Interview Prep
- Public Speaking
Programs: College Tutoring · Mentorship · Business & Life Coaching · Job Interview Preparation · Presenting in English
English Language & Communication
For non-native speakers who want to speak and write English with confidence: ESL/ESOL lessons and accent reduction with a native American English speaker, built around real school and work situations.
Levels: High school, college and adult professionals
- ESL/ESOL
- Accent Reduction
Programs: ESL & Business English · Lessons & Mentoring · English Pronunciation for Professionals · American English Tutor
Your tutor
Digby R. Kerr
Digby R. Kerr is Wharton-educated, earned a degree in Business Management with a minor in Marketing from St. John’s University, and completed graduate coursework at Yale. He spent about 35 years in business before founding Kerr University, and he is the author of 17 published books.
On Wyzant, Digby is rated 5.0 stars from 72 ratings, with 153 hours tutored. View Digby’s Wyzant profile.
Tutoring plans
Tutoring plans for every subject
Tutoring with Digby R. Kerr is $65 for a single 60-minute lesson, or about $50 a lesson on a monthly plan: the Weekly Plan is $199/month for 4 lessons and the Twice-Weekly Plan is $399/month for 8 lessons. Every plan includes your own custom, secure study portal, and every student can start with a free 30-minute intro class.
- One live 60-minute lesson, 1-on-1 and online
- No commitment: book when you need help
- Your custom, secure study portal included
- 4 live 60-minute lessons every month
- About $50 a lesson: save $61 vs. $260 pay as you go
- Steady weekly progress on your course
- Your custom, secure study portal included
- 8 live 60-minute lessons every month
- About $50 a lesson: save $121 vs. $520, about 23% off
- Built for demanding courses, papers and exam prep
- Your custom, secure study portal included
| Plan | Single Lesson | Weekly Plan | Twice-Weekly Plan |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $65 per lesson | $199 per month | $399 per month |
| Lessons | 1 (pay as you go) | 4 per month | 8 per month |
| Cost per lesson | $65 | About $50 | About $50 |
| Savings vs. pay as you go | — | $61 a month (about 23%) | $121 a month (about 23%) |
| Billing | One-time | Monthly | Monthly |
| Custom, secure study portal | Included | Included | Included |
| Free 30-minute intro class | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Monthly plans are billed monthly. To start the Weekly or Twice-Weekly Plan, book a free 30-minute intro class and Digby R. Kerr will set up your plan with you. Mentoring and coaching stay $125/month.
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