SAT/ACT & College Counseling

Test prep and college counseling, guided one student at a time

From raising SAT and ACT scores to shaping a college list, writing standout essays, and staying ahead of deadlines, we walk alongside your student through every step of the college journey.

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SAT / ACT Test Prep

A clear path to a higher score

Every student starts with a diagnostic so we can focus on the sections that move the needle most. Sessions blend content review, proven test-taking strategy, and timed practice, with progress shared back to families along the way.

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Evan

SAT & PSAT

Targeted practice on the digital SAT and PSAT, with strategies for reading, writing, and each math module, plus full-length timed practice tests to build stamina.

ACT

Section-by-section coaching for English, Math, Reading, and Science, focused on pacing, question triage, and the habits that raise composite scores.

AP Exams

Subject-specific review for AP courses, reinforcing content and exam-day technique so students walk in confident and finish strong.

Diagnostic & Score Goals

We start with a diagnostic to pinpoint gaps, set a realistic target score, and track progress session over session so families always know where things stand.

AP Tutoring

Turn a tough AP course into a 4 or 5

AP classes move fast and cover a lot, and the exam rewards a very specific kind of preparation. Our tutors have taken and taught these courses, so they know both the content and the College Board's scoring expectations. Whether your student needs week-to-week support to keep their grade up or a focused review sprint before May, we build a plan around their class and their target score.

Course Content Mastery

We reinforce the exact units and skills from your class, filling gaps in real time so nothing snowballs before the exam.

Free-Response Practice

Guided practice with FRQs, DBQs, and released College Board questions, scored with the official rubrics so students know what graders want.

Exam-Day Strategy

Pacing, multiple-choice triage, and calculator or resource use tailored to each subject, plus a focused review plan for the final weeks.

AP subjects we tutor

A sample of the courses our tutors support. Don't see your class? Reach out, our team spans nearly every AP subject.

AP Calculus AB & BC
AP Statistics
AP Biology
AP Chemistry
AP Physics 1 & 2
AP English Lang & Lit
AP U.S. & World History
AP Psychology
AP Economics (Micro & Macro)
AP Computer Science
AP Spanish
AP Environmental Science

College Counseling

Guidance through every college decision

The college process can feel overwhelming. We break it into clear, manageable steps, helping your student find schools that fit, tell their story authentically, and submit applications they feel proud of, all on a timeline that keeps stress low.

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Building a Balanced College List

We help students shape a thoughtful list of reach, target, and safety schools they would genuinely be happy to attend.

Personal & Supplemental Essays

From brainstorming to final polish, we guide students to authentic, compelling essays that stand out to admissions officers.

Applications & Activities

Support across the Common App, UC application, activities list, and recommendation planning so every part tells one clear story.

Timeline & Deadlines

A term-by-term plan that keeps testing, essays, and deadlines on track, so senior year feels organized instead of overwhelming.

UC Applicants

Help with Personal Insight Questions

The UC application asks students to answer 4 of 8 Personal Insight Questions in 350 words each. These short responses carry real weight in UC admissions, and the tight word count makes every sentence count. We help students choose the right prompts, surface stories that show who they are, and revise until each answer is specific, genuine, and memorable.

Choosing your 4 prompts: We map each prompt to your strongest experiences so your four answers cover different sides of who you are.
Brainstorming authentic stories: Guided questions help you find specific, personal moments instead of generic accomplishments.
Writing within 350 words: We tighten every response so it stays focused, vivid, and complete inside the strict word limit.
Revising for impact: Multiple rounds of feedback sharpen voice, detail, and reflection before you submit.

Meet Your Specialists

Work directly with our expert college counselors

UC Transfer Counseling

Abby

UCLA Graduate, USC Law Student

UC Transfer Consultant who steers students through the overwhelming college application process, from polishing essays to compiling activities lists, and, as a UCLA graduate, helps them navigate their UCLA classes once they get there. As a USC Law student, she also tutors the LSAT.

SAT / ACT Tutoring

Ali

UCLA Graduate

AP & College Tutor with 8 years of experience, SAT & ACT Tutor and College Essay Coach.

Applications & Essays

Elie

University of Michigan Student

High School Tutor who takes the stress out of the daunting college application process, coaching students through essay writing and building out their activities lists, with a focus on out-of-state and Big Ten school options.

College List & Essays

Leah

UCLA Student

Middle & High School Tutor and Spanish Tutor who helps students build a balanced college list, break the overwhelming application process into clear steps, write standout essays, and shape their activities lists. She also authored our college list guide.