Matt Christian

A double Harvard graduate (A.B., cum laude, and M.F.A.), Matthew Christian is a highly experienced tutor specializing in academic support and standardized test preparation. Whether demystifying complex math concepts, guiding students in crafting compelling essays, or coaching them in the organization needed to excel across disciplines, Matthew aims to foster curiosity in how his students approach learning. He creates structured yet engaging experiences that build skills, lasting confidence, and joy in self-development. His long-term family relationships—often spanning several years—reflect his profound impact as both academic coach and learning catalyst.

Matthew’s academic and professional path has been guided by his curiosity about people and the motivations and forces that drive their actions. In undergrad, he concentrated in Social Studies, Harvard’s most rigorous social science concentration, where he read the great social theory writers, from de Tocqueville to Foucault. He traveled to Asmara, Eritrea to conduct grant-funded primary research towards his thesis on how historical and personal narratives shaped the border conflict between Eritrea and Ethiopia (awarded high honors by the department). His fascination with what makes people tick next led him to pursue an MFA in Acting, affording him the opportunity to explore the complexities of human emotion, drive and relationship through interpreting the great playwrights of past and present. Matthew brings his human curiosity into every student relationship, approaching each student as an individual with a unique way of learning, thinking and engaging with the world. Students trust Matthew because they feel truly seen by him. This trust allows Matthew to be a true partner in learning for his students.

In addition to tutoring, Matthew is an accomplished theater actor and singer who has performed on a national tour and with acclaimed Off-Broadway and regional theaters. Leading with warmth and humor, Matthew brings the creativity and presence of a performer into his tutoring sessions, allowing him to connect naturally with students of all kinds and make learning both engaging and personal. Great actors know themselves well; Matthew believes the same is true for great students. The process of learning, like performing, begins with self-awareness–understanding how you think, what motivates you and where your strengths and challenges lie. Matthew mentors students on this journey of self-actualization, leading to true transformation.