Samuel Beckett graduated from Stanford University in 2024 with a B.A. in Human Biology and is currently pursuing graduate studies in Integrative & Biomedical Physiology at Penn State University.

Samuel competed as an NCAA Division I wrestler at both Stanford and Penn State and earned Academic All-American recognition. At Penn State, he was also a member of the university's national championship wrestling team. His background as both a student-athlete and graduate student has shaped a teaching philosophy centered on preparation, discipline, confidence, and performing effectively under pressure.

Samuel scored a 1500 on the SAT and has accumulated more than 1,000 hours of professional tutoring and academic mentoring experience. He has worked with students in SAT and ACT preparation, mathematics, biology, chemistry, physics, organic chemistry, physiology, and other STEM subjects, as well as study skills, academic coaching, and college admissions support. He also has experience teaching and assisting undergraduate students at the university level.

Samuel's tutoring approach focuses on helping students understand the reasoning behind difficult concepts rather than relying solely on memorization. He adapts his instruction to each student's individual strengths, weaknesses, learning style, and goals while helping students develop the skills and confidence needed to succeed independently.