I had a great experience with Tyler Johnson's GRE prep class. He made the class environment fun and…read morewas great at explaining hard to understand concepts. Tyler was always available to answer questions, particularly when it came to difficult math problems. I was able to achieve my target score with Tyler's class and would highly recommend it.

I worked with Josh Yardley on the GMAT. I'm in the office 50+ hours per week which I thought…read morewould've made tutoring sessions difficult. Josh was extremely accommodating, often moving sessions back an hour if I was working a bit later that day with only an hour or so notice. His process throughout our time together was great. We started with covering basics of the three topics, which I definitely needed, and narrowed down to individual problem types as the sessions moved on. I always left those sessions hoping to see those problem types on the test. Truly would turn weak spots into strengths of mine. Seeing the progress reflected in practice test scores was great and happened quickly. I couldn't recommend Manhattan Prep and Josh enough.

I was surprised at how big this Prometric Testing site was compared to the ones I've been to in LA…read moreand Virginia. Had a pretty good experience overall! On both days of testing, staff were very clear with their instructions and efficient for the most part. Staff members were a little more short tempered in the morning when there was a lot of people but definitely friendlier later on. The testing room itself was much more spacious and surprisingly quiet (despite being in downtown brooklyn). There were a good amount of lockers with 2 coat racks. A lockers can definitely fit a standard backpack/moderate sized tote bag. There was a lot of space/seating for breaks, from tables to couches. Bathrooms were also clean. Only thing is that I wish they had more signs and clocks were more easily visible. You're supposed to wait for a staff member to conduct a security check when you head into the testing area but sometimes they don't see you from where they are sitting so I was initially very confused if I just walk in or wait. For those with time-sensitive breaks, they only have an (older) analog clock in the break area and none in the hallway/bathrooms so you really have to keep track yourself. Overall my test days went pretty smoothly at this testing center. Good luck to you!

Very rude and unprofessional. The room was freezing, the air conditioning vent directly overhead…read moreblowing a constant stream of frigid air onto Brian's neck. Simultaneously, a space heater in the corner was cranked to maximum, creating an absurd thermal gradient. The lighting was harsh and flickering.

I was looking for a math tutor to prepare for the GREs. I had not done math in over 10 years and,…read morecoming from the arts, the math I did do was very basic. I am so grateful to have found Brian and to have had numerous intensive lessons with him before the exam. I have been teaching for a long time myself, and I can say first hand that Brian is an amazing teacher. Not only was he attentive to my specific mathematical needs, I could also tell he was very invested in wanting me to do well. Brian never made me feel like anything was too difficult or unattainable. He explained all my questions in depth and was always very concerned with making sure I understood everything. Even if that meant going over it again...and again. Brian helped me make diagrams for a statistics research project I was working on as part of my degree in Psychology. I was later asked to present that project at a honors convention my college was hosting. I am sure that his elaborate graphs/diagrams and extensive knowledge in statistics which he imparted contributed to that. If you are looking for a knowledgeable, fluent in every math concept known to man, enthusiastic, patient, efficient, eloquent and kind tutor--look no further. Brian was so instrumental to my success on the GREs and in boosting my confidence. I never thought I would be able to comprehend half the concepts I did. I strongly recommend Elite Ivy Tutors and Brian if you are looking to invest in a tutor. I can't imagine anyone doing a better job.

I heard about Brian through a friend of a friend, so I decided to give him a try for my daughter…read morewho is studying for the SAT. Our first session was free, so I figured why not? She's very picky about things but I figured it couldn't hurt. Fast-forward three months later, and she improved 450 points on her test score and her confidence is through the roof. Worth every penny.

Can only speak to two tutors many years ago. They were spectacular and worth every $$$$. Our teen…read morerightly argued that his Advantage tutoring put others unable to afford it at a disadvantage. I could not disagree and suggested he use his advantage to get the best education possible and work to narrow the gap. As a civil rights attorney he's working on it.

I've been fortunate enough to prep with Advantage Testing tutors for the SAT I, SAT II, and the…read moreLSAT. They had a reputation for being the best of the best, and they delivered. I cannot recommend them highly enough. Going back to high school, I had a terrific experience working with Advantage on my college entrance exams. Even though I hated studying in school, I genuinely enjoyed working with AT's teachers. Aside from being gifted instructors, they are some of the friendliest people you'll meet, and they seem to genuinely care about their students. I remember they customized a study plan for me, focusing on the areas of the test that I needed to improve the most. Following their plan, and using the strategies I learned in class, I earned a 760 Verbal, 750 Math I, 790 Writing, and an 800 Math II, all a significant boost above my diagnostic scores (which I recall being in the low ~600 range). Years later, when I decided to pursue my dream of becoming a lawyer, and began looking for the right LSAT test prep service, turning to Advantage was a no-brainer. On my first LSAT practice test, I received a diagnostic evaluation in the 55th percentile. I knew that I would need a significant (aka Elle Woods-level) jump in my LSAT score to have a decent shot at the top schools. That's when Advantage came in. Studying with Advantage tutors, you learn to break down each section of the test into a set of consistent techniques, which you hone and solidify over repeated practice tests. After months of test prep, I took the LSAT and scored a 99th percentile on the official exam. Equipped with a great LSAT score, I was admitted to my top choice for law school, a feat that had seemed impossible only a few months prior. Now, as a practicing attorney looking back on it, I am certain I would not have been nearly as well prepared with any other test prep service. In sum, I don't think there is anyone as professional or effective as Advantage when it comes to the hard work of preparing for high-stakes entrance exams. I recommend them without hesitation.

I sent my oldest son to this program and I loved the quality of the work and the attention his…read moreacademic needs.Well worth the time and energy.

Our son has always been a bright kid with a very good memory for numbers. Since one of his favorite…read moresubjects in middle school is math, my wife and I are pretty much clueless in helping him with problems. As soon as we became aware that our son has exceeded our knowledge of math (among other subjects as well), it was time to seek outside help. With the SHSAT exams coming up, we want to make sure he's well prepared because he wanted to attend Bronx Science High School next fall. From a friend's recommendation, we've decided to enroll him to the Mini Ivy test prep school. Mini Ivy's main goal is to prepare students to excel in taking the SHSAT exams. To enroll, each student will take Mini Ivy's version of the SHSAT exam to determine where help is needed the most. Based on the results (which do not lie), they will give an accessment of each student. The fees the school charges are determined by the test results. If the student scores high in their placement exam, then the fees will be at a minimum (b/c less help needed). Conversely, if the student requires more instructions, then the fees will be higher. I consider this a fair payment plan for the paying parents. My son was enrolled in their intensive Sunday sessions last year (Summer, 2013) to prepare for the SHSAT exam to enter high school in the Fall, 2014 school year. The instructors are very knowledgeable and prepared my son to take the SHSAT exam with confidence. Overall, my son enjoyed going to Mini Ivy (despite giving up most of his Sundays), learned a lot of math and made new friends (who he'll probably see again in high school). I know it doesn't seem fair, but I wouldn't be giving Mini Ivy five stars if my son didn't get accepted to Bronx Science (his first and only specialized high school choice). But Mini Ivy took the challenge and helped him succeed. That said, I would recommend Mini Ivy to family and friends who are looking for a specialized high school prep school.

Where do I even begin???…read more My son needed to qualify to take the Hunter test and I was looking for approved testing locations when I landed at this magical test taking center! The owner could not have been more supportive, brilliant and knowledgeable about the entire process. I was delighted to visit on testing day to see a bright and warm school environment that was carefully prepared and planned to help every single student succeed. I am so inspired by this place that encourages students to work hard and reach for their dreams! Sky's the limit! Everyone there is so kind and so helpful. They're just happy to be there. I met many former graduates and enjoyed learning about this exceptional place of learning. The care and attention to every detail in this school is phenomenal and I would trust Frances with anything. She is a brilliant woman who is kind and caring beyond what I ever imagined possible. Thank you so much! We came just to take a test but left inspired. Look at these healthy snacks they give their students to recharge! I'm telling you, this is a place that has been engineered to the highest level of success in all the right ways, with the best of intentions. They've also given back to their community in so many ways, helping so many young people to achieve their dreams. Kudos to this place!

We are Back at @kwellerprep!…read more My son had a great experience preparing for various exams at @kwellerprep Kweller, and here we are again, in the 7th grade, choosing Kweller to prepare my child for the SHSAT. Choosing test prep at Kweller has been one of the best decisions we made along his academic journey. Thanks to @kwellerprep, my son's essay writing, reading comprehension, math and vocabulary knowledge have improved measurably. Before Kweller, my son would use basic vocabulary to convey his thoughts, often in run-on sentences. Now, he can compose a compelling coherent essay with an interesting introductory "hook" incorporating the rich set of advanced vocabulary he picked up through Kweller courses. This transformation has clearly shown in his ELA and math grades this year! Covid took many things away from us, not the least of which is a valuable in-person learning experience in the classroom. We could make up for lost time with enrichment classes at Kweller. I'm happy to recommend this excellent, rigorous academic program. $100 Discount code: Tristate100

Long time Talent Prep family! Both of our children have done Talent Prep starting at 3yrs old to 6…read moreyrs old during the school year and summer camp. While we were disappointed neither of them made it to Hunter round two, we've stayed with Talent prep for 3 years for each of them to give them additional support to build a strong educational foundation across reading and math. We've also used Talent prep for private tutoring. I'd recommend talent prep for any parent looking to build a strong education foundation, a great supplement to school.

My 4.5 years old son took a series of prep courses from Talented Prep (group session and 2 private…read moreclasses toward the end). I enjoyed that their group session is a 6:1 ratio (students to teacher). I see progress after each of the session and is in disbelief that hes able to answer complex puzzles and verbal questions. While the material is a lot of hard work. I see that he enjoys and even look forward to attending his "puzzle school" each weekend. Ms Maxine is a delight and all teachers geniuely care about the student's well-being and progress. During the last session, Ms Maxine provided me a list of helpful tips which helped in prepping him for the test. And, the entire staff always answer my questions promptly through email. Irrespective of the outcome of the score, I think my son walked away with knowledge (logic, vocabulary, critical thinking, etc) which he can easily applied toward his future studies.

I have asked The Study Shack for help with both my children for exam prep and more general help…read morewith math. Tutors have always been very friendly and professional, most of all they have helped my children improve their performance and gain confidence in their work. Janie has good insight into what will work for each child and is especially good at matching child to tutor. I would recommend The Study Shack to other families without hesitation.

My 9 year old son was having difficulty keeping up with his academics and was falling behind in…read moreschool. Janie, the director/founder of The Study Shack was very helpful and selected a great tutor for my son. The tutor was excellent. She was able to work on building up my sons skills and adapt lessons to suit his learning needs/styles. The Study Shack was a major part of my son's academic success and growth by the end of the year, and also resulted in his excellent state exam scores. They provided a great amount of information about my son's learning styles, the common core standards, and also introduced us to great study habits that we can apply to all subjects. I would highly recommend this company for your tutoring needs.

My parents registered me for SHSAT classes here after probably being approached on the street with…read moreflyers. The staff from this place seemed to be everywhere, handing out flyers like they were the hottest concert tickets in town. My parents probably got roped in by one of those enthusiastic paper-pushers and there we were a few months later... enrolled and ready to study. We got some discounts due to my parents' negotiation skills. You also get a $50 discount if you max out on the elementary state exam and bring proof (definitely do this -- ethically or... not). Despite having taken all the exams and now being a college student, I still receive letters from this place. Just the other day, I found one with my name despite being years into my college degree and almost ready to graduate, and I couldn't help but laugh--talk about commitment. I spent a couple of years here tackling both the SHSAT and SAT. The teachers were passionate, and they gave out report cards to track our progress, which was nice. However, posting test scores on the hallway walls felt more toxic than motivating. Also, some of their SHSAT prep material was questionable. Did it help? Well, I got into an Ivy League, but I wouldn't attribute all my success to this place. It's not as bad as some reviews claim. It's a mixed bag--passionate teachers and solid progress tracking, but the public scoreboards and some questionable prep materials bring it down a notch. And if nothing else, they're certainly persistent in keeping in touch!

Don't go to this shithole, teachers don't help, the building is sketchy, no refunds, stupid tutor…read more Don't waste your money

If you're looking for a reliable test center, this is it! I've taken two exams with Pearson in the…read morepast and both times I've found the system in place to be efficient and pleasant (or as pleasant as one can be when taking an exam). It's important to note that in this particular building, the earliest you can arrive is half an hour before your appointment. Any earlier, and the security guard will force you to leave the building (they will not let you stay in the lobby). When you arrive at the security desk in the middle of the lobby, they already have your name on a list with all other test takers so you just need to show your ID to verify who you are. Upon entering the suite, you again show your ID (and a credit card or something else with your signature) to the guy up front. They give you a set of instructions to read over and when you're done, you get your picture taken. Depending on the test you're taking, you may also have to get a pulse reading. You then stash all your stuff in a locker and take your ID, locker key, and maybe a calculator if one is permitted to the entrance of the exam room. Your proctor then goes over rules with you (basically whatever you need whether it's to go to the bathroom or you need more scrap paper, you just raise your hand and the proctor comes to you). The proctor then walks you to your seat and logs you into your exam. You're taking your exam in a room with a bunch of other people separated by cubicle walls and there's a timer on your computer. This center also had two clocks on the walls so you can check what time it is. Noise canceling headphones are also on your desk and ear plugs are available upon request. Once you're done, you go to the front and there's usually a printout. Either you get your results right away or the printout instructs you on when to expect results. You get your stuff out of the locker and you're free to leave. The staff at this location are all super friendly and efficient so definitely come here if you're an anxious test taker like me and want the moments leading up to your exam to go smoothly.

Please read all information that is sent to you before going to the test center. Information about…read moreyour test is limited so the staff does not have detailed information. Double check your identifications before arrival for expiration dates, bring more than one.What some places consider identification other places might not consider so &bear that in mind. Your exam board is the ones that make the decision as to what they consider an ID. Not all exams require the same so pay close attention to what was sent via email and what the staff says. No cellphone use or studying of any kind is allowed in the test center and only test takers are allowed in the center. Your exam starts the time when you are seated at your assigned workstation and although your exam time is at a specific time and you are seated after that time you still get your all your allotted time for your exam.. Delays happen if computer updates need to be ran, if you leave your items in your pocket when they are to be stored in lockers delay time being seated. If you have specific exam questions like how many sections or the time allotted for sections, how long before you get your results and all other exam specifics you need to refer to your exam board. The test center staff is there to deliver the exam, help with computer issues, give you materials that is allowed in order for you to take your exam. I cannot stress enough that the staff is given limited information detailed information you can receive from your exam board. They do not schedule exams or make changes to the schedule. If you are late it will delay others if you are accommodated. No one wants to deal with the attitude that comes from test takers just as much as test takers don't want to deal with the attitude from the test center staff. The staff understands that test takers are nervous and try their best.