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Meet Unique Goals

We tailor our approach to help you reach your goals, knowing success looks different for everyone.

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Strategies, Tips, and Tricks

We offer the same proven strategies, tips and tricks as traditional test prep companies, but we don't stop there.

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Develop Underlying Skills

Develop the cognitive skills and learning mindset essential for both test scores and a successful future.

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Fun and Supportive Environment

It's a lot easier to learn with friends. Our tutors are fun, funny and nice. That's where the learning starts.

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ACT and SAT Prep

College entrance exams are high stakes tests. The ACT and SAT present unique challenges. Success looks different for everyone, but our combination of the same tips and tricks as other prep programs, and building the cognitive skills and learning mindset students need to excel will help your get the SAT or ACT scores you're looking for.

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SAT

SAT: Challenges Problem-Solving

The SAT emphasizes complex questions that test critical thinking and problem-solving skills. While there are fewer questions, they require a deeper understanding and careful analysis.

ACT

ACT: Tests Content Mastery

The ACT focuses on straightforward questions that assess your knowledge of learned content. You’ll face more questions overall, but they are generally simpler and easier to answer.

Comparison of SAT and ACT

SAT ACT
Focus Problem Solving School Knowledge
Question Style Fewer, Complex Questions More, Straightforward Questions
Medium Digital Only Digital & Paper

High School Entrance

High School entrance exams can feel as stressful as college admissions tests. But with the right preparation, they can open doors that might otherwise remain closed. We offer customized preparation for the ISEE, SSAT, and HSPT, as well as a combination program for students taking multiple exams.

ISEE

ISEE: Math Friendly

The ISEE has 2 Math Sections and 2 English sections, giving equal weight to Math and English.

SSAT

SSAT: English Friendly

The SSAT has 2 English Sections (Reading and Verbal) and only 1 Math section Only 1/3 of your score is based on your math abilities.

HSPT

HSPT: Catholic Schools

The HSPT is accepted by Catholic Schools and generally these schools do not accept the ISEE or SSAT. If you are thinking of applying to Catholic schools, you will likely need to take the HSPT.