We don't publish a single average score increase because it can be misleading. Moving from an 1100 to a 1250 requires building core skills and test familiarity. Moving from a 1400 to a 1550 requires precision-level work on a completely different set of problems. Quoting one number for both would be dishonest. What we can promise is a clear plan, measurable practice tests, and a written update after every session so you're tracking progress the whole way through. There are no surprises on test day. Most students who attend consistently and do the work between sessions see real, meaningful improvement. We'll give you a realistic projection after the first diagnostic.

We match students with tutors based on personality, learning style, schedule, and communication style. Once we learn more about your student, we work with Marley, our Head of Instruction, to find the right fit. We'll send you the tutor's background before the first session so you know exactly who your child is working with. Every tutor also collaborates with Marley throughout the engagement, so your student always has a team behind them, not just one person's opinion. If the fit isn't right, we'll adjust. That conversation is always welcome.

We understand the instinct. Screens are everywhere and wanting a real human in the room makes complete sense. We do have limited in-person availability in Manhattan at a slightly higher rate. That said, the families who start in-person almost always shift to virtual over time, because the scheduling flexibility ends up being worth more than the physical presence. Our sessions are fully interactive, not passive screen time. And since the SAT itself is now fully digital, practicing online actually mirrors the test environment. It's worth trying virtual first before committing to the logistics of in-person.

Rarely. While more time allows for a calmer pace, many students start later and still make meaningful progress. Some, especially athletes or students with packed schedules, actually thrive in a focused sprint. When the test becomes the primary focus for six to eight weeks, we'll often increase to three hours per week. That concentrated effort can be very effective. March doesn't have to be your only shot either. A three-test plan built across spring, summer, and early fall takes pressure off any single date.

Most students complete around 20 hours over their first test cycle, typically one Math and one Reading/Writing hour per week. Students aiming for selective schools or elite scores may continue beyond that with a more targeted plan. We'll outline a realistic recommendation after your consultation, based on your student's baseline, goals, school schedule, and preferred test dates. There's no minimum, and you're never locked into anything.

It depends, and it's a smart question to ask early. Many families applying to test-optional schools still choose to test because a strong score can strengthen an application, provide context for GPA, or unlock merit scholarships. For some students, especially those with lower baselines or very limited time, testing may not be the best investment. We'll tell you honestly if we think it's not worth it. That kind of straight talk is part of why families trust us. If you're unsure, that's exactly what a consultation is for.

Yes, regularly. Our tutors adjust pacing and structure based on how your student will actually test, including extended time. ADHD changes the approach in meaningful ways: we build sessions with intentional structure, clear goals, and active engagement rather than passive review. When the tutor match is right and the student knows what to expect each week, focus tends to improve on its own. The tutor match matters especially for this group, and we take that seriously.

Yes. You only pay for the sessions your student uses, and we can adjust pacing around APs, sports, finals, travel, or anything else that comes up. High school schedules are chaotic. The plan is built to flex with them.