How much to charge as an orgo tutor?

[ben8934]

Incoming MS1. I've taught organic chem for 4 years now and plan to tutor 2-4 hours/week this year for some spare $. I charged $25/hour in undergrad and $40/hour since graduation last year.

Should I keep my prices the same or is there room to go up?

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[Fancy_Feast]

I think it will depend on location. I charge $40/hour in Los Angeles, but there is no way anyone would be willing to pay that where I will be going to school. I'd suggest hopping on a tutoring app like Wyzant and seeing what other OChem tutors charge in your area.

 

[ERDOC555]

Incoming MS1. I've taught organic chem for 4 years now and plan to tutor 2-4 hours/week this year for some spare $. I charged $25/hour in undergrad and $40/hour since graduation last year.

Should I keep my prices the same or is there room to go up?

Supply and demand!

If you find the right students in the right location you could charge $100/hour, or in some places maybe you'll be lucky to get $20/hour. I'd start with a higher price and see if anyone bites, if not slowly drop it until you start getting students. You can always raise it again once you have a reputation as a quality tutor in your new city.