The Email, The Explainers, and the 180-Point Jump That Changed This Student’s Test Prep

The Email, The Explainers, and the 180-Point Jump That Changed This Student’s Test Prep

Challenge When Meghna Namjoshi started her SAT prep journey, her first practice test score was 1340. She wanted to boost that number significantly, but more importantly, she needed to feel confident and prepared leading into test day. “I saw significant improvement in my practice tests going from a 1340 on the first one to a 1520 on the fifth.” Meghna also wanted clear explanations, engaging instruction, and support she could…

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SAT Prep That Feels Like a Win, Not a Punishment—Here’s How This Student Did It

SAT Prep That Feels Like a Win, Not a Punishment—Here’s How This Student Did It

Challenge For Mana Sipayi, schoolwork was usually something to dread. Homework? A hassle. A 3-hour SAT class? Guaranteed boredom. So when she signed up for Prep Expert®, she didn’t expect to love it, let alone look forward to the assignments. “I actually enjoyed doing the assignments, which is surprising since I generally HATE schoolwork.” Her initial SAT score was 1320, and she was hoping for a serious boost. But what…

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The 1600 SAT Story You’ll Want to Screenshot—And the Prep Course That Got Him There

The 1600 SAT Story You’ll Want to Screenshot—And the Prep Course That Got Him There

Challenge Ian was stuck. Despite consistently scoring in the upper 1400s on practice SATs, he couldn’t seem to crack into the elusive 1500+ range. His biggest obstacle? Grammar and the finer points of English, particularly punctuation, idioms, and technical vocabulary. “Before working with Ilia, I had been scoring in the upper 1400s… unable to get over the hump into the 1500s.” What Ian needed wasn’t just another test prep instructor.…

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How Do Extracurricular Activities Help Students?

How Do Extracurricular Activities Help Students?

Have you ever heard the phrase “All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy?” Well, for today’s students, it’s really more like “All work and no play means Jack doesn’t get into his dream college.” No, seriously! Extracurricular activities aren’t just a great way for students to blow off steam; they’re a major part of what colleges look for during the admissions process. Today, let’s talk about the…

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How One Tutor Made SAT Prep Fun (Yes, Really) and Took This Student to the Next Level

How One Tutor Made SAT Prep Fun (Yes, Really) and Took This Student to the Next Level

Challenge Hasan Abid came to Prep Expert® expecting a standard, maybe even dry SAT prep course. What he found instead was something entirely different, a class led by Kevin Parrish, whose energy and teaching style changed the entire experience. “I expected this course to be dry and boring throughout, but never at a single moment was it like that with Kevin Parrish as my instructor.” Hasan needed more than just…

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🚨 BREAKING: The Big Beautiful Bill Just Made SAT Prep Tax-Free — Here’s How Parents Can Use College 529 Plans To Pay For Test Preparation

🚨 BREAKING: The Big Beautiful Bill Just Made SAT Prep Tax-Free — Here’s How Parents Can Use College 529 Plans To Pay For Test Preparation

As a first-generation college student who earned a perfect SAT score and a full-ride scholarship to medical school, I know the life-changing power of test preparation. And now, as an entrepreneur and education advocate, I’m excited to share an amazing new opportunity for families across America: You can now use your 529 College Savings Plan to pay for Prep Expert® SAT & ACT prep courses — tax-free. This is more…

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This Surprising Summer Strategy Could Give You a Major Edge in College Admissions–Expert Reveals

This Surprising Summer Strategy Could Give You a Major Edge in College Admissions–Expert Reveals

Why Summer Is the Secret Weapon in College Prep SuccessBy Dr. Shaan Patel, CEO & Founder of Prep Expert® When students think of summer, they think of sun, sleep, and socialising, not standardised testing or scholarship deadlines. And honestly, I don’t blame them. But as someone who’s worked with over 100,000 students preparing for college, I’ve seen firsthand how using just a few hours a day in the summer can…

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What SAT Score Do You Need for the Ivy League?

What SAT Score Do You Need for the Ivy League?

If you’ve got your sights set on the Ivy League, you probably already know that expectations are beyond high. These schools are known for academic excellence, incredible opportunities outside of the classroom, a long list of successful alumni… and extremely selective acceptance rates. But one of the most common questions we hear is also one of the most important: what SAT score do you need to get in? The answer…

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She Didn’t Cram. Or Do Guesswork. Her SAT Score Jumped to 1530 After This Prep Course

She Didn’t Cram. Or Do Guesswork. Her SAT Score Jumped to 1530 After This Prep Course

Challenge When Evelyn began her SAT prep journey, she had a solid starting score of 1410, but she wanted more — a boost that would elevate her college application and reflect her full potential. That’s when she chose Prep Expert®. “Taking Prep Expert® was one of the best decisions I made for my SAT prep!” Like many students, Evelyn needed a prep experience that was more than just content review.…

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Mastering The SAT Format

Mastering The SAT Format

Pencils down, everyone! Where we’re going today… you won’t need them. That’s because today we’re going to explore the SAT format, and unlike the standardized tests of the past, the modern SAT is 100% digital. The paper-based version is officially gone, replaced by a streamlined experience that’s designed to be faster and more useful for you and the schools evaluating you. For students preparing to take the SAT for the…

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