How New 529 Plan Rules Can Help Families Pay for Test Prep and College Readiness By Dr. Shaan Patel, CEO & Founder of Prep Expert® For decades, 529 college savings plans have been a smart way for families to set aside money for higher education. But their use was limited, covering tuition, fees, and other traditional college expenses. That just changed. Thanks to recent legislation, 529 funds can now be…

Your second-to-last year of high school is full of obligations and opportunities, including standardized testing. Preparing for the SAT during your junior year can feel like a big task, but it’s one that pays off. Whether you’re aiming for competitive college admissions or merit-based scholarships, your SAT score is more than just a number; it’s a signal to colleges that you’re ready for the challenges ahead. The good news is…

Challenge Before joining Prep Expert®, Gabriela Reyes wanted to raise her PSAT score and her confidence, but felt uncertain about whether real improvement was possible in such a short time. Some concepts felt confusing, and the pressure of performing well added to her anxiety. She didn’t just want a generic prep course, she needed a teacher who could explain things clearly, keep her engaged, and turn test stress into motivation.…

Challenge When Hasan Abid first approached SAT prep, he expected the worst; long, dull sessions and uninspired instruction. “I expected this course to be dry and boring throughout.” With so much riding on his SAT score, he needed more than rote drills. Hasan was looking for: Clear, well-structured lessons An instructor who cared A class environment he’d actually look forward to Solution Hasan enrolled in Prep Expert® and was paired…

If you’re a high school student in the US today, you’ve been taking standardized tests since you were in the third grade. Maybe you sometimes have nightmares about Scantron bubbles; maybe you relish finishing early and getting extra quiet reading time. However you feel about standardized testing, these tests are a big part of how both the American education system and the college admissions systems work. But these tests are…

Challenge Before joining Prep Expert®, Lana Koussayer felt overwhelmed by SAT prep. The pressure was high, and simply memorizing content wasn’t cutting it. She needed a better strategy, something smarter, clearer, and more confidence-building. “I wanted a smarter strategy, a clear structure, and the confidence to walk into my exam knowing exactly what to do.” Solution Lana enrolled in Prep Expert® and was paired with instructor Shefali Sanwal, who immediately…

Challenge When Meghna Namjoshi began her SAT prep journey, she was aiming high, but started with a 1340 on her initial practice test. Like many students, she wanted more than just a better score. She was looking for clarity on tricky questions, support when homework got overwhelming, and the confidence to walk into the exam fully prepared. “My biggest concerns? Feeling confused by tricky problems, keeping my motivation up, and…

Most people have heard about the Ivy League, at least in passing. These eight schools– Brown University, Columbia University, Cornell University, Dartmouth College, Harvard University, Princeton University, University of Pennsylvania, and Yale University– are known for their highly selective admissions practices and excellent graduate outcomes.  But they aren’t the only selective schools with impeccable reputations in the US. In fact, the most selective top university in the US isn’t even…

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…

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…