My daughter really benefited from this place! She has prepared her college essays , and was treated…read morewith kindness and hospitality. The teachers helpful towards her, fixing her mistakes and making sure that she writes nice essays to successfully apply to colleges. Thank you!

The right teachers can make all the difference. My daughter took private SAT tutoring from Iris…read more(math) and Aatif (reading), who helped my daughter achieve her target score. The teachers had a custom curriculum for my daughter based on her past test score and focused on areas that needed improvement. The strategy worked, and now my daughter is looking forward to applying to colleges with confidence. Look no further for SAT help. This place will get the job done.

I've taken Kaplan before so I'm curious as to how Princeton Review is. I might look into other…read moreoptions in addition to self-study but am interested in investigating this. (2025)

I just started celebrating because I got the score I needed for graduate school while writing this…read morereview...already intoxicated but will try to make it readable... Absolutely AMAZING! I have spent so much money on GRE prep services (thousands) but this is by far the best thing that actually made a HUGE impact on my GRE score overall. I cannot say enough about Charles and his ability to teach the material. He is both passionate and constantly full of energy... that's probably an understatement. Although he sometimes goes quickly through the material, he will ALWAYS stop if you have questions on how to go about answering the questions. In addition, he is always adamant about getting the students to text him, calling, emailing, carrier pigeon-ing, with questions that pertain to the material if you are having trouble. The tricks and strategy on ways he taught me on how to approach each question on the GRE test allowed me to answer most of the questions that I struggled with. He is one of the greatest factors that allowed me to put this burden that has plagued my progression in life down like a dirty dog... so dirty... In addition, the online modules that accompany the Princeton Review is exceptional! Not only are both the presenters attractive (not bisexual) but they go over in detail on how to approach each question step-by-step which allowed me to answer most of the questions that came up on the GRE. I can't speak for those who had bad experience from the MCAT or any other test but, regarding the GRE, Princeton Review is what allowed me to get through this test (with the addition of memorizing an a@@ load of flashcards) and able to finally apply to the graduate schools that will allow me to finally be able to call myself doctor!!!

This is the biggest scam and people need to be aware, always late and always, always forgetting his…read morecomputer at home making the entire class wait and then running until 1 AM because he he always late, never gave me my one hour privet studying session. The class it self was confusing and unorganized, please ask me questions, I be happy to reply. Find another prep class this guy is just money hungry lazy individual who has no regard for his students

I took Swartwood for the MCAT last year (2023), and I have to say that it was one of the best…read moredecisions I made. Granted, I'm an M1 now, so things worked out well. John- the head instructor and the only one for the Swartwood Only MCAT- is incredible. I'm sure everyone in my class would agree with me. I still remember the funny stories and his "big themes" to this day. Here's my breakdown: My personal opinion: PROS - He's the best. If you want to learn from someone who is entertaining, knows his material inside and out, and is also an incredible mentor, you need to take this course. Time flies by in class. This class, however, is definitely a "be there" class. I took the in-person class, so I can't say anything about the online class. You have to attend lectures and take notes. You have to interact to get the most out of it. I'm a little on the quieter side so I sat back while other people asked questions in class, but I wasn't shy about asking questions after class. If you miss class, you need to get notes from a friend or ask John about the material. He does not use class notes. You will learn the material the right way and learn how to go through passages efficiently. There's a part called the workshops where he does passages with you. It's the best part of the class in my opinion. He likes the AAMC tests. They have other tests but he says he prefers using AAMC material. There's a nice continuation policy. I actually took the course twice. The continuation fee was 200 when I took the course. My friend in the class now says that it went up to 300. CONS: I already mentioned that I'm a big fan of the class so take what I say with that in mind. The class is very hands-on. You can't miss class or you might feel like you missed a LOT. However, if you plan ahead and take 2 rounds of the class like I did, you can afford to skip a day or two. His approach to the content is honestly awesome but you can't find that treatment in a book and the classes sometimes build on one another - not as much for bio but a lot for physics and CARS. So again, don't miss class. If you think you are going to miss a lot of the class, repeat the class. Books and youtube videos won't help make up for the missing days. I tired that. The class is popular so depending on the time of year it can get really packed. My first round was completely packed but my second was a bit more roomy. I think John handles a large class well. He says he likes the interaction. I didn't mind and it's true that there were more questions my first time. ______________________________________________ I don't normally write much on Yelp but I had to since I stumbled on that previous review. That person has clearly never been in the class or at least the MCAT class. Maybe they were a DAT student. I only took the MCAT course so I don't know. The one big mistake the reviewer made: no one taking the actual course will believe that John does not care. If anything he is the MOST caring teacher I've ever had. He would stay late AFTER class answering questions about the material. He would also stay and help me and the others with our general concerns and anxiety. As a premed I had plenty and I'm sure you can relate. It just makes me so annoyed that someone posing as a student would say that given that the one thing John does is GO ABOVE AND BEYOND for his students. Sorry for the rant. I had to get that out. Good luck, everyone. It's a tough road but if I could make it, you can.

Don't believe all of the 5 stars! They say they know all the admissions directors at the top…read moreschools and will recommend your child...but if you write a negative review your child will be blacklisted. Another person just wrote me privately to say: "I saw your review for TutorMeLA. I pretty much had the same exact experience, and I was wondering what happened after you had posted your review? Did they reach out again, did they threaten you? I was just wondering if there is any way that we can take this complaint to another place because it's truly not right what these guys are doing. The threats are scary and I honestly believe they should be stopped."

Finding a tutor in Los Angeles was much more complicated than I expected. As someone who values…read moreeducation I did not want to hit a tutor for someone in my family without doing my best to ensure they were the perfect tutor for the job. I searched high and low (including online tutoring sites that let you choose your tutor) the outcome was fruitless.  Tutors who swore to have years of experience either were not as familiar with the material as they claimed or could not eloquently TEACH it. Also, the companies that charged ridiculous amounts like $150/hr did not show much for it. I know this because when trying Tutor Me LA, I also hired another tutor from a high-end tutoring company and Tutor Me LA's tutor was not only cheaper but MUCH MORE proficient.  We needed a few tutors - A gmat tutor, LSAT tutor, and a Math tutor. EVERY SINGLE tutor Tutor Me LA sent over was great. Their Guarantee took any hesitancy we had about scheduling a session and now I see why. This place offers outstanding service and their tutors are just fantastic.  Do your research. Make sure you find a tutor that can commit. Call this place first :)

I really enjoy LASC Language School for their events and field trips with classmates and teachers…read more The Halloween costume party last year was fun, and learning baseball from Teacher Ned was a great experience. The school is also conveniently located near good food and museums like LACMA and the Broad. Lastly, I'm grateful for the kind staff and representatives. They were very nice and helped me with my goals and plans during my stay in LA!

I had so many great memories at this school. The teachers were all kind and patient with me and the…read morestudents are diverse so I was able to make new friends from all around the world. I definitely recommend talking to a representative first from LASC because they are knowledgeable and they were able to answer all my questions regarding my Visa at the time.

After taking the GRE for the first time and not scoring to the level that I was looking for, I was…read morerecommended by a close friend to seek a private tutor through Twainstein. This could not have been a better choice, as working with Avi Lidgi proved to be what I needed to take the next step in improving my score. After working with Avi for three sessions (three weeks), I was able to improve my GRE score by 13 points (V158 Q159 to V166 Q164) into the 90th%s. While the resources and study materials were certainly useful, Avi's expertise on GRE-style questions and strategy for approaching these questions were invaluable in improving my score beyond what I could have done myself in this short period of time. Many of the questions that I considered highly difficult became simplified and approachable under his tutelage. During the test, this saved me many precious minutes to check my logical reasoning in both the verbal and quantitative sections. As such, I highly recommend Twainstein to any individuals or groups seeking improvement in their GRE test scores. The test is an excellent opportunity to anyone seeking to advance their education, and this test preparation organization offers an exciting way to achieve even greater success.

TLDR; Twainstein was quite possibly one of my greatest finds on Yelp. Highly recommend for GRE…read moretutor services. Money well spent. Over the past year I decided to pursue a career change that would require taking the GRE (/ hiring a tutor) and getting accepted to grad school. Being budget conscious, the first thing I noticed was that Twainstein's services weren't cheap, in fact they were wayyy out of my price range. However after doing some research, reading some reviews, having a pressure-free consult with Avi, and deciding that the best investment I could make was in my education, I made the leap. Best. Decision. Ever. Over the course of a month and half, Avi and I worked together to improve my confidence and test-taking strategy/abilities (Dare I say i'm no longer afraid of fractions?). He was patient, observant and tailored our sessions to my needs. I put in a lot of effort inside and outside of our sessions, and he did the same for me. I also really appreciated his routine checkins, his availability, speedy email responses, and his comprehensive approach to the exam. If you are slow to learn, have a LD like myself, or just lack the confidence, please don't let that deter you from taking the exam! You can achieve your goal score like I did with hard work and proper guidance, which is why I highly recommend Avi and his team.

Compass was an excellent resource for my son. From start to finish the staff was helpful,…read moreresponsive and in tune with how to best guide my son. David took extra care taking the time to understand my son and his personality so he could best match him with a tutor. Joe was an excellent coach/ tutor. I say coach because Joe mapped out a game plan, encouraged my son, gave him bench mark goals to strive for and really encourage him. By the time my son took the test he was confident and ready. He did all the homework and utilized all the tips and suggestions offered by Joe. When my son got his test results he achieved a near perfect score- he increased his practice test score by 120 points. Thank you Compass for taking the time to get to know my son and create a program personally tailored to him.

My son received excellent help from Compass. The tutor Compass provided for my son was excellent he…read morehelp my son immensely and prepared him with incredible insight on how to conquer both the SAT and ACT tests. My son only had to take each test once and his scores qualified him for some great scholarships. I would highly recommend Compass especially the Beverly Hills office.

I joined A1 in the spring of my junior year, and it completely changed how I approached my college…read moreapplications. The weekly essay workshops that started in early summer were super helpful. What I loved most was getting feedback from different teachers each week - they all brought unique ideas to the table and helped me make my essays much better. One thing that really helped was how organized A1 was with deadlines. They laid out a clear schedule that made sure we finished everything way ahead of time, which took away so much stress. My monthly meetings with the counselors, Ryan and Esther, were amazing - they helped me figure out which schools to apply to, what major would be the best fit, and how to tell my story through my essays. I also worked closely with Maddie teacher on my resume and UC activity list. She helped me make sure I included all my important experiences and achievements in the best way possible. Even though I ended up getting into NYU through early decision (which meant I didn't need my other applications), I'm so glad I had everything ready to go well before the deadlines for any outcome that could have happened. Looking back, I wouldn't be where I am today without A1's help. The teachers really cared about my success, and they gave me all the tools and support I needed to put together strong applications. I'm really grateful for all their help!

Ryan teachers guidance has been instrumental in shaping my journey through college preparation…read more From acquainting me with the diverse spectrum of colleges during my freshman year to refining my ideas and essays as a senior, he and the other teachers walked with me every step of the way, making sure I was on the right path. Their unwavering support and commitment have been invaluable, and I am profoundly grateful for their tireless efforts. Tutoring at A1 has also been one of the biggest key to getting into my dream school. From taking the SSAT to prepare for my high school entrance exam to tutoring me on any of my weak skills in school subjects to helping me reach my SAT goals for college, their tutoring has been pivotal in achieving my academic aspirations. I've received not only important math skills and knowledge from Peace teacher (the best), but also crucial study habits and practices that'll help me beyond my academic journey. Their genuine dedication and earnest commitment have been transformative, and I owe them a debt of gratitude. Thank you so much A1!!

I took the in person course with Michael La Masse and it helped me tremendously in both LR and RC…read more The course was helpful but most importantly I was able to better understand since he took his time thoroughly explaining each answer to ensure everyone in the class understood. He also made the class enjoyable each time and was very interactive with everyone. I would definitely recommend signing up with Michael if you live around LA or Irvine.

It is disaster platform that nothing but to empty your pocket with emptier promise. Please do not…read morebuy any package as if you burning your hard earning money! If you don't believe me pay 1550$ for only 3 or 4 months to use the courses than they will de-access the test and more money to access and on and on! Zero outcome!!! Sad story if for profits not working for our young smart kids! They are the reason you fail!!!

Our experience working with the Learning Encounters team has been truly wonderful. While we are not…read morecompletely done with our school exam and application preparation, Valerie, Sam and Pam have been so supportive, flexible and motivating for our daughter. In fact, our daughter actually enjoys the process because of their kindness, patience and skill building expertise. As we continue to navigate the limitations COVID-19 has placed on the testing and application process, Valerie is always willing to help us fit tutoring into our daughter's schedule (and on her evolving needs). It's evident that Learning Encounters truly cares about its students and parents as they make a personal investment in each student's success. Thank you Valeria, Pam and Sam. -Amy S.

Hidden gem. Valerie has her heart in the game, and the proof was in the pudding for us...my…read moredaughter's ISEE scores improved 2-3 points after a 12 week group tutoring session. Highly recommend.