AP History & Social Studies | 1-on-1 Tutoring with Northwestern University Graduate Isabelle Sun

About Course

Master History Through Understanding, Not Memorization

History is much more than remembering dates and events. It is about understanding how ideas, cultures, governments, and societies have shaped the modern world. Whether you’re preparing for an AP exam or looking to strengthen your school performance, every lesson is personalized to help you think critically, write effectively, and build lasting confidence.

I specialize in AP World History, AP U.S. History, AP Comparative Government, and middle/high school social studies. Lessons are tailored to your current level, school curriculum, and academic goals, helping you develop historical thinking, analytical writing, and exam strategies.

📚 Perfect for students preparing for AP History exams, international school social studies courses, or anyone who wants to become a stronger analytical writer and critical thinker.

Subjects I Teach

Advanced Placement (AP)

AP World History

AP U.S. History

AP Comparative Government

School Subjects

Middle School Social Studies

High School Social Studies

Essay Writing

Historical Analysis

About Me

Hi! I’m Isabelle. I graduated from Northwestern University with a degree in History, completing my bachelor’s degree in just three years. I am currently pursuing a Master in Management at the prestigious Kellogg School of Management with a scholarship.

My academic background includes a SAT score of 1510 and multiple AP scores of 5, including AP World History, AP U.S. History, AP Comparative Government, Psychology, Statistics, and Macroeconomics.

I have several years of tutoring experience working with students from Taipei American School (TAS) and Dominican International School (DIS), helping middle and upper school students excel in history, social studies, and AP coursework.

My Teaching Approach

✅ Focus on conceptual understanding rather than memorization
✅ Develop historical thinking and critical analysis skills
✅ Strengthen evidence-based writing and document analysis
✅ Customized lessons based on each student’s needs and goals
✅ Interactive discussions that encourage independent thinking
✅ Lessons available in English or Mandarin
✅ Live one-on-one online tutoring

Achieve Academic Success with Confidence

Whether you’re preparing for an upcoming AP exam, improving your school performance, or building stronger writing and analytical skills, every lesson is designed to help you think more deeply and perform with confidence.

Let’s make history meaningful, engaging, and easier to understand—one lesson at a time.