Julia Ross Professional Tutoring is Northern Virginia’s trusted tutoring center for high-achieving students. Since 1994, our private tutoring services have helped thousands of students improve grades, raise test scores, and gain admission to top-tier schools.
4,000
tutoring spots per year
Students from sixth grade through graduate school. Our early students are bringing their children now!
72%
of our College Coaching students attend Top 10 ranked universities
According to US News “Top 10 Ranking”.
31
years of teaching SAT and ACT Preparation
We teach thousands of students with a very low student/teacher ratio. Lots of attention for each student.
7
Caring and very qualified tutors
All high school and college subject tutors hold a Master’s/PhD.
100%
Grad school admissions rate
Our graduate school applicants are admitted to MBA, MA, MS and DVM programs often with merit scholarships and even full rides.
Impressive score improvements
SAT: 150-250 points and more
ACT: 5 points and often more
College Administrators, Parents, and Students All Trust Professional Tutoring!
- Adrian Cornelius Executive Director of Enrollment Management and University Registrar, The University of Maryland
I first crossed paths with Julia Ross in the spring of 2019 at the American Association for College Registrars and Admissions Officers (AACRAO) National Conference in Los Angeles. Julia had just finished an excellent presentation on retention, a topic critical to us in the registrar arena. Shortly thereafter, I sat down with Julia to review Professional Tutoring’s College Selection Decision Matrix with over 40,000 data points. Julia’s knowledge of college admissions and the inner workings of higher education astounded me. It is rare to find this level of expertise even among experienced admissions officers. The Professional Tutoring team’s retention record (graduation percentages) is well above the national average. The Official Julia Ross College Admissions Handbook will provide families, students, and even other admissions professionals with an outstanding guide to admissions from the first foray to choosing the best match.”
- Stewart McHie Founder and former Director, Master of Science in Business, The Catholic University of America
As a business consultant, I was in a unique position to observe the holistic approach Professional Tutoring applies to preparing students for the next leg of their educational journey. I was impressed with the process they use and the learning systems they employ to guide junior high and high school students through tutoring situations and college preparation. The rigor with which they approach all phases of their products and the care and empathy shown to the students is truly commendable. I wish I had known Julia when my daughters were navigating these tricky waters.”
- Suksiri L. Student
I’ve done SAT prep with a different tutoring service where my tutor literally would just read the explanations off the back of the book! I’m so grateful that my mom and I came across Mrs. Ross’s tutoring service because she is simply the best! We were worried at first that I wouldn’t get as much help because the sessions are not one on one, but I actually really like the group setting! Everyone is always so friendly and Mrs. Ross always makes sure to check on every single one of us throughout each session. Sometimes, we even feed ideas off of each other which is always nice! Mrs. Ross is SO very friendly, welcoming, caring, and knowledgeable!!! She makes sure to work out each problem that I need help with and offers tips and tricks on how to approach similar types of problems. I feel that I will be a lot more prepared for my next SAT because of her!!”
- L.F.
Julia Ross Professional Tutoring has been a fantastic support for our child. Their qualified teachers personalize tutoring, SAT prep, and college coaching far more than other services we considered.
- A.H.
Highly recommend Julia Ross and the staff at Professional Tutoring! My son struggled with organization, planning, and study skills, and his grades didn’t reflect his effort. Professional Tutoring’s expertise, personalized attention, and understanding of FCPS schools have been life-changing. His motivation and grades have improved, and we’re now confident in college prep!
- T.M.
I’m very pleased with Professional Tutoring. From the owner to the staff, their genuine desire to help students is evident. My son sought help for AP Pre-Calculus, SAT/ACT prep, and college selection. Their data-driven approach and excellent customer service, especially during his illness, impressed us. Highly recommend!
- H.F.
Many students in this year’s cohort have an older sibling who was a previous client. Having so many returning families — mine included — is a testament to the invaluable services that Julia and her team provide.
- K.K.
Thank you to Julia Ross and her team for guiding my two daughters through the college application process. From SAT prep to application strategy and essay support, they made my daughters feel confident and prepared. The team helped highlight unique qualifications, refine essays, and stay on track with deadlines. They offered valuable insights into college preferences, selection, and scholarship opportunities. We especially appreciated their flexibility in accommodating last-minute essay revisions, even with evening and weekend availability. Julia was always there to answer any questions. As a result, my daughters received acceptances and scholarships to their top schools.
- M.N.
Professional Tutoring is the BEST thing that has EVER happened to our family! Seriously, I think they keep our family together!! Out of nowhere, when we were attempting to get our son to focus on passing his math class in high school, focusing on applying to the Common App, to passing a physics class in college, Julia and her team appeared like a mirage. High school is tough enough but when your child could care less to hear “stuff from mom and dad”, that’s where PT comes in. They were able to sit our son down and map out his future college goals, one step at a time. The tutors are extremely patient and professional. When it came time for college applications….UGG! A parent’s worst nightmare! PT College Coaching to the rescue! …
- M.N.
… There is a step by step process that walks both the student and the parents through the Common App. They help with essays…YES, ESSAYS! If it wasn’t for finding PT, we would not have known about applying to Michigan State University!!! GO GREEN! Since entering MSU, our son has used Professional Tutoring several times…his physic’s tutor was ON the Appalachian Trail. The tutor would pull off the trail, grab a phone hotspot and tutor our son!! WHAT??!! Coolest thing EVER! Our 4th child has been attending PT for 2 years, from tutoring to College Coaching…Again, a lifesaver for parents! Less stress, less attitude and more smiles! Thank you for EVERYTHING you do PT! DON’T WALK…RUN TO PT!!!
- J.S.
I started using Julia Ross Professional Tutoring in high school, and they helped me enormously with ACT/SAT preparation and advanced math. Now, Julia has helped me throughout my college career with academic coaching and preparing for graduate school.
Our Tutoring, Test Prep & Coaching Services
Through academic tutoring, test preparation, and organizational, admissions and career coaching, Julia Ross Professional Tutoring supports students to success.
Academic Tutoring
Our highly qualified tutors specialize in secondary school and college subjects, focusing on improving learning and study skills. We’re one of the few centers offering in-person academic tutoring in Northern Virginia.
Professional Tutoring offers tailored test preparation for high school, college, and grad school exams. Our proprietary SAT/ACT curriculum has a 30-year track record of 200-400 points of SAT improvement and 5 points of ACT improvements.
Professional Tutoring offers admissions coaching for high school, college, and graduate students. Our students graduate at a 50% higher rate than average. Career Coaching helps clients achieve their goals.
Since 1994, Professional Tutoring has found the key to student success: in-depth preparation that develops core strengths. Our proven approach to tutoring, test prep and admissions and career coaching empowers students to thrive in school and beyond.
Skills today. Success tomorrow.
Our tutors and coaches focus on essential skills — from study strategies and time management to critical thinking and confidence. With each session, students gain tools they’ll use long after they leave the classroom, creating a strong foundation for academic and personal success.
I am very pleased every aspect of Professional Tutoring. From the owner and the entire staff, there is a genuine desire to help students improve academically as well as prepare for SAT, ACT, and then higher education. My son initially sought help in 11th grade AP Pre-Calculus and then transitioned to SAT/ACT preparation. As we now navigate the college selection process, what has been impressive is their use of data-driven information about all aspects of higher education, which simplifies things for us. During this period, my son developed mono, and this is when the company's customer service shone. I approached them with numerous issues, from scheduling missed sessions to catching up on missed work, the only responses I ever received were solutions. I recommend this company, as the sound of success is hearing my son complain about having to go to the sessions but then rave about every aspect of them on the way home. Enough said.
Julia Ross Professional Tutoring has been a great help and support for our child. They offer highly qualified teachers who really get to know your student and help them succeed. In addition to tutoring, their SAT prep and college coaching is much more personalized than other services we investigated.
My son, Oliver, really benefits from Julia and team's tutoring. We gave him a break to see if he could do as well on his own, but he, himself, asked to go back to seeing the team each week.
We love Julia and her team! This is our first time going through the college prep/application process which can come times be a little overwhelming. PT has a clear process that helps walk you through the process and SAT/ACT prep but also teaches students skills for beyond the college application process. I particularly am impressed with Julia and her staff’s ability to really get to know each student personally and understand their needs. Our son feels comfortable and supported and even talks about becoming a future tutor with PT to help others the way he has been helped. I would highly recommend to others.
“You don’t know what you don’t know” … with the help of Julia and her whole team (Go Matt) we have been thoughtfully guided and educated on how to support our daughter through the college application process as well as helping her prepare for SAT and ACT testing.The amount of time and consideration they have given to our daughter to figure out who she is and how she ticks has been more than I had hoped. We have felt supported and seen as parents but more than that, our daughter has a level of confidence now that she didn’t have at the start of this process- and that is for us, priceless.Don’t miss the opportunity to work with Professional Tutoring LLC.
My son has been receiving weekly tutoring at Professional Tutoring, and the results have been outstanding. His grades have improved tremendously, and he feels comfortable and motivated in the learning environment. The tutors are excellent, and Julia Ross is truly dedicated to helping students succeed. We are incredibly pleased with the experience and the progress he has made. I highly recommend Professional Tutoring to any family looking for quality academic support!
My family used Professional Tutoring for two kids. First for certain classes, where there instructors turned out to be wonderful. Then we joined their SAT prep classes. My oldest went through right as the pandemic hit. With out the classes they prepared him for the SAT and the whole application process. I am not sure he would be where he is getting ready to graduate as a mechical engineer. I highly recommend Professional Tutoring.
Where Do I Stand?
College Admissions Data: Fairfax County Public Schools
