National Exam Prep Tutoring Agreement

What a good one includes

• A detailed scope of tutoring services specifying the exact national exam, subjects covered, and the estimated number of instruction hours.
• Clear payment terms, including hourly rates, package discounts, deposit requirements, and the specific schedule for invoices.
• A strict cancellation and rescheduling policy that defines the notice window required to avoid forfeiting a session fee.
• Clarification on who owns and provides the study materials, prep books, practice licenses, and proprietary strategies used during sessions.
• A realistic performance disclaimer stating that while the tutor provides expert guidance, exam results ultimately depend on the student's effort and cannot be guaranteed.
• A termination clause outlining how either party can end the agreement early and how unused prepaid hours will be refunded.

Common mistakes to avoid

• Leaving the cancellation policy vague, which inevitably leads to awkward disputes over last-minute emergencies or missed sessions.
• Failing to clarify who pays for external practice exams and prep software, resulting in unexpected out-of-pocket costs mid-course.
• Guaranteeing a specific passing score or point increase, which creates unrealistic legal liabilities for the tutor and false security for the student.
• Neglecting to define boundaries for out-of-session support, such as texting questions late at night or requesting emergency essay reviews.

Frequently asked questions