Faraz Hassan

My approach to education was shaped during my time at the University of Michigan, where I graduated with a degree in Bioinformatics (Class of 2025). Studying a field that sits at the exact intersection of complex computational math, data analytics, and biological sciences taught me a fundamental skill: how to take dense, intimidating systems and break them down into clean, predictable logic. While in Ann Arbor, I realized that my favorite part of mastering these heavy quantitative concepts was translating them for others—whether mentoring peers through intense lab data or breaking down concepts during community outreach. Today, as a first-year medical student at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, I rely on that exact same analytical mindset every single day. At Test Takers, I bring this structured, pattern-based approach to students across Manhasset, Garden City, and Syosset. Standardized exams like the SAT can feel overwhelming, but they are essentially just puzzles waiting to be decoded. My goal is to teach students how to recognize the underlying logic of the test, master tactical problem-solving strategies, and build core academic endurance. In my sessions, I strive to strike a balance between high expectations and deep encouragement—pushing students to challenge themselves while building the genuine confidence they need to walk into test day completely relaxed. When I’m away from my medical chapters and tutoring sessions, I completely shift gears into the creative arts as a singer-songwriter and electronic music producer/DJ. On weekends, you’ll usually find me catching a live stand-up comedy show in the city or exploring the local neighborhood on a mission to find the absolute best Mediterranean food spots