'Tis the season...for families with college-bound students to start prepping for university admissions and spring testing. But studying for SAT and ACT tests is more of a marathon, not a sprint. And last-minute, all-night study sessions just won't cut it.
Luckily for students (and parents), PrepScholar offers SAT and ACT preparation, academic tutoring and college admissions counseling. Founded in 2013 by Harvard graduates, PrepScholar's self-paced SAT and ACT courses are designed to turn standardized test preparation into a personalized study plan, and provides options for students who want live instruction or one-on-one tutoring.
PrepScholar's bestselling package even tacks on an AI learning assistant for additional on-the-spot help during study
sessions. Plus, every course comes with a 160+ point SAT improvement guarantee (up to a 1530 maximum score) and a 4+ point ACT improvement guarantee (up to a 34 maximum score).
So for families thinking ahead to testing and college applications, it's never too soon to start—scroll on to see what PrepScholar offers and why starting early is the setup for success.
SAT Test Prep
PrepScholar offers multiple SAT prep course options, as well as personalized instruction and tutoring—each with a 160-point improvement guarantee.
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ACT Test Prep
PrepScholar offers multiple ACT prep course options, including live classes and one-on-one instruction—each with a 4-point improvement guarantee.
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How PrepScholar SAT and ACT prep works
The company's flagship Complete Online SAT and ACT Prep programs begin with a diagnostic assessment to generate a personalized, weekly study plan based on what a student might need. The SAT version includes more than 4,700 practice questions with explanations, 8 official full-length practice tests, video lessons and 12-months of access. The ACT version includes more than 3,000 practice questions, 4 official practice tests and more than 60 hours of content.
And for students who want a more thorough, elevated test prep experience, PrepScholar's bestselling program adds an AI assistance to the package. The Complete Prep + AI Learning Assistant course includes all the features of the flagship courses, with the added benefit of a built-in, always-available AI assistant.
Students who want more direct instruction can also choose PrepScholar's instructor-led classes or one-on-one tutoring, which add live support on top of AI assistance.
Why students should start SAT and ACT prep now
SAT and ACT preparation can involve thousands of practice questions, multiple full-length tests and dozens of hours of instruction. PrepScholar's self-paced format lets students distribute that work across a longer period and follow the personalized weekly study plan generated after their diagnostic assessment.
For students aiming for competitive scores and selective colleges, beginning earlier also provides more time to identify areas that need attention and work through the available practice material.
Families considering PrepScholar can compare its SAT and ACT offerings before choosing a program. Students who prefer independent study can use Complete Online Prep, while those who want AI support can consider the $495 Complete Prep + AI Learning Assistant. Instructor-led classes and one-on-one tutoring are available for students who want live support.
Starting sooner gives students more runway to use that material at their own pace rather than trying to compress preparation into the weeks immediately before an exam.
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PrepScholar also offers college admissions counseling
Test preparation is only one part of the college application process, and preparing college applications or understanding the admissions requirements can be a challenging feat. Families that want additional support can use PrepScholar to help pair students with one-on-one consultants for admissions counseling. Students will be manually matched to a consultant using a profile questionnaire (and an optional parent questionnaire) to identify goals, needs, personality and preferred working style.
Previous admissions counseling clients have been accepted to Ivy League and top 10 schools at rates 6 to 7 times higher than the national average.
College Admissions Counseling
PrepScholar's college admissions counseling packages include benefits like school selection, essay coaching, interview prep and application support. Annual packages are also available to help students get an early start.
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