Personalized Test Prep for SAT, ACT, GRE, GMAT & More

The key to acing these all-important exams is preparation. Professional Tutoring’s test prep services can help!

  • SAT Test Prep – the most widely recognized standardized test for admission to US colleges and universities
  • ACT Test Prep – a second popular standardized test for college admissions
  • PSAT Test Prep – preliminary or “practice” SAT
  • GRE Test Prep – the standardized test for admission to graduate schools
  • GMAT Test Prep – the standardized test for admission to Masters of Business Administration programs
  • LSAT Test Prep – the standardized test for admission to law schools
  • AP/IB Test Prep – High school Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate exams
  • HSPT (High School Placement Test) Prep – a comprehensive placement test for eighth graders for placement in the 9th grade
  • SSAT (Secondary School Admission Test) Prep – for students seeking admission to an independent elementary, middle, or high school

Did you know your SAT and ACT scores can impact up to 50% of your college admission and 100% of your merit scholarships? If you’re looking to boost your scores, join Professional Tutoring’s SAT/ACT prep programs, ranging from one summer to nine months. 

Our proprietary curriculum has a 30-year track record of 200-400 points of SAT improvement and 4-5 ACT points.

Reading & Writing

  • Effective and Efficient Reading Skills
  • Analysis of Single and Paired Passages
  • Vocabulary Building
  • Expression of Ideas
  • Rhetoric and Synthesis
  • Standard English Conventions

Math

  • Heart of Algebra
  • Data Analysis
  • Geometry and Trigonometry
  • Mathematical Reasoning

Science

  • Understanding the ACT Science section
  • Interpreting Graphs and Charts
  • Deducing Answers through Reasoning

Test Taking Skills & Strategy

  • Time Management
  • Pitfall Awareness
  • Trick Avoidance
  • Familiarity with the Exams’ Structure
Register "First Class" - 9 months

(September-May)

Register "The Express" - 6 months

(December-May)

Other Exams Test Prep and Tutoring

Professional Tutoring offers all test preparation within the tutoring environment as well as in the structured classroom environment.

College Administrators, Parents, and Students
All Trust Professional Tutoring!

- W.M.

I raised my ACT 8 points to a 32! I couldn’t have done it without your help.

- C.G.

I got a PERFECT SAT score!  The class was amazing!!

- J.M.

I got a 35 on my ACT! I’m so proud of all my hard work! Thank you for your support!

- S.P.

We love the test prep at Professional Tutoring! It combines strategy with content, like grammar concepts not fully covered in schools. Our student’s ACT score increased by over five points and SAT by 200 points!

- M.H.

The SAT / ACT prep class is well structured with a clearly laid out timeline, and it builds skills in both test content and in test-taking strategies. It results in lowered stress, boosted confidence, and increased scores. The material taught also extends beyond these standardized tests to many other academic experiences.

- T.N.

Our student raised his score by 200 points from the first practice exam in June, helping him secure early admission to his first-choice university and a merit scholarship. The course honed his work ethic, addressing focus issues and learning disabilities. This investment paid off, and the merit scholarship covered the course cost. What more could you want?!

Frequently Asked Questions

What is special about Professional Tutoring’s curriculum?

Professional Tutoring’s test prep curriculum covers basics to advanced concepts, ensuring thorough understanding. Unlike large competitors that rely on quick-fix strategies, we focus on deep learning to help students apply their knowledge effectively on the SAT and ACT Exams. Our program enhances test scores and overall academic performance, with many students achieving significant score improvements beyond typical guarantees. See our testimonials for proven success stories.

What programs are available?

9th-11th grade programs: PT offers two classes: a nine-month September to May SAT/ACT Test Prep Course and a six-month December to May Test Prep Course. These students take the May and June SAT as well as April and June or June and July ACT at the end of the course. Most never have to take another SAT or ACT exam!

12th grade programs: Every summer, PT offers a four-month SAT/ACT shortened course. 

Tutoring Program: Sometimes students will elect to study for SAT’s and ACT’s with Professional Tutoring on a tutoring basis. 

I have seen other places use a one on one approach, isn’t that better?

We use a small group setting (usually no more than 4 to 5 students per instructor) that employs the Socratic approach to learning. To maintain this small student/instructor ratio, we always have at least two adult instructors in the classroom, as well as several teaching assistants. We encourage questions and discussion to support and enhance the learning environment.

How much do scores typically increase?

Score improvements correlate with the length of the course, generally ranging from 200 to 400 points on the SAT and approximately five points on the ACT. 

Do your students get into good schools like Harvard, Yale, Princeton, UVA?

Yes!

Have you ever seen a perfect SAT or ACT score from a student?

Yes! We have seen perfect scores on the entire exam as well as on individual sections. We usually have several perfect or near-perfect scores each year.

What is the difference between the six- and nine-month courses?

Both courses are effective for SAT/ACT exam preparation. The nine-month course, however, allows for a longer, more consistent time period for learning. The result is more opportunities to practice and demonstrate learned knowledge as well as to take more practice exams. In our experience, the length of time committed to the programs directly correlates to an increased exam score.

Why not take a weekend class:16 hours and poof, we are done?

This is like getting ready for a 26-mile marathon in a single weekend. It just does not work. Most colleges weigh grades and exam scores equally at the initial application stage. This means that if a student’s grades or SAT’s are lower than the college’s expectations, the student’s application will be denied. Remember that students generally apply with a Grade Point Average (GPA) comprised of 21-23 academic courses (at least three years of school work) and just one or two SAT scores. Shouldn’t you at least spend a significant amount of time preparing for this single exam?

Has anyone’s SAT score ever decreased after your course?

No.

Why don’t you have a shorter, less expensive option?

At Professional Tutoring, LLC we believe in a holistic approach to learning. Our test prep curriculum is designed to increase the student’s knowledge for the exam as well as impart test-taking strategies. When our students take the exam, they do well because they know the material. Our comprehensive systematic instruction focuses on the contents of the exam, critical reading, math and writing over a period of time where they can understand and demonstrate the knowledge learned from the material.

My child is a high achiever; what if he/she is in the class with kids that are not at his/her level?

The SAT and ACT test prep curriculum is structured to elicit the best effort/results from the individual student at any level. The students are put into small groups with other kids who received similar scores, so that their group reviews the material at a pace that works for everyone. Furthermore, the collaborative environment encourages critical thinking and discussions from all students making for a rich and diverse learning environment.

My child has Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), is this program right for them?

Our small group approach that focuses on individual results is very beneficial to students with ADD/ADHD.

Does Professional Tutoring offer a guarantee?

No

Can I set up a special class for a private group?

Yes! Please contact us to discuss details.

This all sounds great, how do I register?

Please contact us and fill out the registration forms:

My child is Learning Disabled (LD), is this program right for them?

Students with learning disabilities have benefited from our program; however, we would need to make that determination with the parent or guardian on a case-by-case basis.

Is there homework?

Yes, students can expect one to two hours of weekly homework that support and complement the classroom learning.

What if my student does not have time for class homework?

As a parent of three children who have completed the Professional Tutoring Exam Preparation Program for Juniors, I understand the competing demands high school students face. We help students to learn to balance their workloads and meet with families when necessary.

What if my student wants to do well on the SAT/ACT without working?

Back to the marathon metaphor…taking the SAT/ACT without preparation will be like running a marathon without getting in shape first. Our legs hurt just thinking about it!

What happens when a student does not do the homework?

PT sends monthly progress resorts for all students so that families can keep up with students’ efforts and achievement.

Who are the instructors for the SAT/ACT classes?

Classes are all led by full-time Professional Tutoring staff. Our lead instructors are supported by other full-time staff members and teaching assistants to ensure a low student/teacher ratio. You can read more about our staff and their qualifications here.

How long are the classes?

Two hours

Are there ever any makeup classes?

Yes, for inclement weather or other emergencies.

What curriculum is used?

Professional Tutoring LLC uses a proprietary curriculum developed through extensive research and refined since 1994.

What is the SAT exam?

The SAT Exam is one of the two traditional admissions exams used by colleges and universities to evaluate a student’s academic readiness for college/university level work (the ACT is the other exam).The SAT Exam is a 2.25 hour exam with two modules: Reading/Writing and Math

What is the ACT exam?

The ACT Exam is the other nationally accepted college admissions exam and is similar to the SAT Exam as it also attempts to determine a student’s academic readiness for college/university level work. It is a multiple choice achievement test that is curriculum based. There are four sections: English, Math, Reading and Science. This exam takes about three and a half hours to complete with an additional optional 40-minute essay-writing section available. Note that the ACT Exam is undergoing major changes between 2025 and 2026.

Why would my child need a class for the SAT and ACT exams?

The SAT and ACT examinations are one of college’s and university’s deciding top admissions consideration. Many students walk into the exams unprepared and do not score anywhere near their full potential. At Professional Tutoring, LLC we use our own educationally conservative and knowledge-based curriculum that goes beyond just teaching the strategy of test taking. Our comprehensive program consistently generates improved scores from 200 – 400 SAT points and 5 ACT points per student, opening many more COLLEGE and SCHOLARSHIP doors!

How many times should a student take the SAT/ACT?

Twice each, preferably in the spring of junior year.

Should one take both the SAT Exam and the ACT Exam?

At this point, with the exams in significant competition with one another, we recommend that students prepare for and take both exams. As the exams are similar in content but structured differently, individuals may receive a higher score on one over the other. Professional Tutoring’s test preparation classes prepare the student to take both the SAT and the ACT exam.

What is the difference between the ACT and the SAT?

Both exams are evaluation tools used by universities and colleges to determine a student’s academic readiness for college/university level work. The scores are used in the admissions process as one of the deciding factors for acceptance to the school. Almost all universities accept both SAT and ACT scores for the purpose of admission and do not prefer one exam over the other.

What about SAT Subject Tests?

SAT Subject Tests are no longer offered by the College Board.

My student has really good grades and great extra-curricular activities, why should s/he take the SAT/ACT?

Almost all of the colleges in the United States require or recommend the SAT or ACT exams, and consider them to be just as important as a student's GPA and course rigor. The “Score Optional” policies were used during the COVID-19 pandemic and many are no longer in effect. "Score Optional" is not a guaranteed option on college admissions or scholarship applications.

These exams don’t seem fair. Shouldn’t colleges just look at grades?

This is a common argument. The SAT and ACT exams are the great equalizers. Let’s face it, high school curricula are not the same even in the same school districts. The SAT and ACT exams test everyone in an identical manner.