Expert Online Organic Chemistry Help for Rice Owls
Organic Chemistry is often cited as the "make or break" course for pre-med and STEM students at Rice University. The pressure to perform in CHEM 211 and CHEM 212 is intense. At ZoomOrgo, we provide high-impact, one-on-one tutoring tailored specifically to the Rice University curriculum. We don’t just teach general chemistry; we teach the specific nuances, reaction mechanisms, and exam styles favored by Rice professors.
Why Rice Students Choose ZoomOrgo:
Course-Specific Expertise: Deep dives into CHEM 211 (Organic Chemistry I) and CHEM 212 (Organic Chemistry II), as well as the honors sequence CHEM 319/320.
Master the "Rice Curve": We help you move beyond memorization to true conceptual understanding of stereochemistry, retrosynthesis, and NMR spectroscopy.
Flexible Online Sessions: Tailored for the busy Rice schedule—get expert help from the comfort of your dorm or the McMurtry commons.
Pre-Med Focused: We understand that a high grade in Orgo is vital for your medical school applications and MCAT preparation.
"The transition from Gen Chem to Orgo at Rice is notoriously steep. Our goal is to level the playing field and give you the tools to succeed."
Specific Rice Chemistry Courses Covered:
CHEM 211: Organic Chemistry I (Structure, Bonding, and Reactivity)
CHEM 212: Organic Chemistry II (Aromaticity, Carbonyls, and Synthesis)
CHEM 319 / 320: Organic Chemistry I & II for Majors/Honors
CHEM 215: Organic Chemistry Lab Techniques & Reports
Topics We Help You Master:
Nomenclature & Stereochemistry (R/S, E/Z, Newman Projections)
Substitution and Elimination (SN1, SN2, E1, E2)
Electrophilic Aromatic Substitution
Carbonyl Chemistry (Aldol, Claisen, Grignard reactions)
Spectroscopy (Proton and Carbon NMR, IR, and Mass Spec)
Multi-step Retrosynthesis