tutoring FAQ

How much should I charge for tutoring services?

The amount you decide to charge is entirely at your discretion; however your rate should be a reflection of your experience and demonstrated ability. For example, if you have tutored a few students over the course of a few years, you can reasonably charge more than someone who has tutored one student for several years. Overall, the following factors should be considered in deciding your rate:

Years of experience
Number of students and duration of relationship
Breadth of subjects and ages you are qualified to tutor
Quality of references
Professional certifications held

Using these guidelines, a novice tutor can reasonably charge between $10 to $20 per hour, and a professional with many years experience and good client references may be able to charge as much as $40 - $50 per hour.

In the end, the market will decide how much you can charge. You may want to start with what you consider to be a moderate price. After you pick up some clients you will get a better feel for the appropriate price range for your services. Alternatively, you can check around your local area to see what similarly-skilled tutors are charging.