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…

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…

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.…

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…

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…

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…

https://vimeo.com/1099791491 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…

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.…

https://vimeo.com/1097977053 Don’t Miss the FAFSA Deadline: Why Time, Strategy, and Smart Choices Matter More Than Ever By Dr. Shaan Patel, CEO & Founder of Prep Expert® Every year, millions of families across the U.S. face a critical countdown: the FAFSA deadline. But this year, with delays, tech glitches, and rising college costs, the stakes are even higher. If you’re a student, or a parent, reading this within days of the…